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Spirit of a Badass

Alecia Jacobson • Lit Path Studios

The Spirit of a Badass Podcast, hosted by health and life coach, Alecia Jacobson, shares stories from women who have faced tremendous challenges and emerged stronger than ever and those who have blazed a path for others to follow. Spirit of a Badass celebrates the strength and resilience of women everywhere and will help you see yourself in these stories and find inspiration and confidence.

Spirit of a Badass is a Lit Path Studios Production.

  • 20 episodes
  • Updated July 28
  • Explicit

Episodes20

  • July 28 · 48 min

    141: Creating a Golden Year One Brave Choice at a Time with Amanda Braverman-Brohn

    Amanda Braverman-Brohn joins Alecia to share how being brave enough to make a life change after she realized she was on the edge of burn out delivered instant relief and a full life of service. Book a Coaching Intro Call Join the Badassery HERE! Host: Alecia Jacobson Producers: Jamie Gale and Alecia Jacobson Music: Shane Ivers Connect with Alecia: IG: @aleciajacobson⁠ Website: www.aleciajacobson.com Connect with Amanda: IG: @amandabravermanbrohn Spirit of a Badass is a Lit Path Studios Production www.litpathstudios.com | IG: @litpathstudios

  • July 21 · 17 min

    140: My Plant is Flourishing and So Can You

    In this follow up to Episode 129, Alecia updates listeners on her Hyrox training and reflects on how the growth her plant has had recently has inspired her to stay focused on what is possible when change happens. Book a Coaching Intro Call Join the Badassery HERE! Host: Alecia Jacobson Producers: Jamie Gale and Alecia Jacobson Music: Shane Ivers Connect with Alecia: IG: @aleciajacobson⁠ Website: www.aleciajacobson.com Spirit of a Badass is a Lit Path Studios Production www.litpathstudios.com | IG: @litpathstudios

  • July 14 · 19 min

    139: The Cost of Keeping Everyone Happy

    Alecia shares an important message for people pleasers everywhere and helps listeners create a feeling of safety in choosing themselves and what they need. Book a Coaching Intro Call Join the Badassery HERE! Host: Alecia Jacobson Producers: Jamie Gale and Alecia Jacobson Music: Shane Ivers Connect with Alecia: IG: @aleciajacobson⁠ Website: www.aleciajacobson.com Spirit of a Badass is a Lit Path Studios Production www.litpathstudios.com | IG: @litpathstudios

  • July 7 · 20 min

    138: The Problem With Being the One Everyone Can Count On

    Alecia talks through the too-common phenomenon that women experience when they become the one everyone in their lives can count on to do all the things. She shares what she has done to undo these patterns and what listeners can do as first steps toward freedom from these often self-imposed pressures. Book a Coaching Intro Call Host: Alecia Jacobson Producers: Jamie Gale and Alecia Jacobson Music: Shane Ivers Connect with Alecia: IG: @aleciajacobson⁠ Website: www.aleciajacobson.com Spirit of a Badass is a Lit Path Studios Production www.litpathstudios.com | IG: @litpathstudios

  • June 22 · 27 min

    137: Why You Keep Starting Over (and What to Do About It)

    Alecia discusses the secret to making actual progress on personal goals and shares what she sees work best when people are focusing on improving many things at once. Jumpstart Program LINK Join the Badassery HERE! Host: Alecia Jacobson Producers: Jamie Gale and Alecia Jacobson Music: Shane Ivers Connect with Alecia: IG: @aleciajacobson⁠ Website: www.aleciajacobson.com Spirit of a Badass is a Lit Path Studios Production www.litpathstudios.com | IG: @litpathstudios

  • June 17 · 58 min

    136: A Straight Path Makes for a Boring Story with Jazmynn Appleton

    Jazmynn Appleton joins Alecia and shares her journey from teen mom to community leader, entrepreneur, and speaker. They discuss building confidence, creating meaningful connections, and creating innovative programs to help people find success in their own ways. Book a Coaching Intro Call Join the Badassery HERE! Host: Alecia Jacobson Producers: Jamie Gale and Alecia Jacobson Music: Shane Ivers Connect with Alecia: IG: @aleciajacobson⁠ Website: www.aleciajacobson.com Connect with Jazmynn: IG: @jazspeaks_ website: https://link.me/jazmynnappleton Spirit of a Badass is a Lit Path Studios Production www.litpathstudios.com | IG: @litpathstudios

  • June 9 · 1 hr 3 min

    135: Movement, Mindset, Community and HYROX with Amanda Marek

    Amanda Marek joins Alecia to discuss how she has created a life centered around her top values, and how her success has been supported by the communities she has built and found. Amanda and Alecia discuss triathlon, HYROX, expanding physical limits and how to enjoy the process of a challege. Book a Coaching Intro Call Join the Badassery HERE! Host: Alecia Jacobson Producers: Jamie Gale and Alecia Jacobson Music: Shane Ivers Connect with Alecia: IG: @aleciajacobson⁠ Website: www.aleciajacobson.com Connect with Amanda Marek: IG: @ammarek website: www.activeyouthwisconsin.org Spirit of a Badass is a Lit Path Studios Production www.litpathstudios.com | IG: @litpathstudios

  • June 2 · 18 min

    134: Everything is Made Up: Start Messy and Do it Differently

    Alecia encourages listeners to question their tendencies to just do what’s expected of them and be more true to themselves in the way they do things. She explains that so many of our habits are based on made up expectations and why we should be willing to start messy and find fun in the every day moments. Book a Coaching Intro Call Join the Badassery HERE! Host: Alecia Jacobson Producers: Jamie Gale and Alecia Jacobson Music: Shane Ivers Connect with Alecia: IG: @aleciajacobson⁠ Website: www.aleciajacobson.com Spirit of a Badass is a Lit Path Studios Production www.litpathstudios.com | IG: @litpathstudios

  • May 26 · 13 min

    133: “I F*cking Did That” - Pausing to Recognize What You’ve Made Happen

    A pause in Alecia’s routine prompted her to reflect on the life changes she made happen, and she reminds listeners to take those important reflection moments, too. Book a Coaching Intro Call Join the Badassery HERE! Host: Alecia Jacobson Producers: Jamie Gale and Alecia Jacobson Music: Shane Ivers Connect with Alecia: IG: @aleciajacobson⁠ Website: www.aleciajacobson.com Spirit of a Badass is a Lit Path Studios Production www.litpathstudios.com | IG: @litpathstudios

  • May 19 · 1 hr 3 min

    132: Boundaries and Shame: An Honest Conversation with Kyira Wackett

    Kyira Wackett is a licensed mental health therapist, shame resilience coach, and speaker, and she joins Alecia to talk about boundaries, shame, friendships and how tough self-reflection can free us from our stories. Kyira and Alecia offer real life examples and invite listeners to an upcoming event. Join the Badassery HERE! Dreambank Event Registration LINK Host: Alecia Jacobson Producers: Jamie Gale and Alecia Jacobson Music: Shane Ivers Connect with Alecia: IG: @aleciajacobson⁠ Website: www.aleciajacobson.com Connect with Kyira Wackett: IG: @adversityrising website: www.adversityrising.com Spirit of a Badass is a Lit Path Studios Production www.litpathstudios.com | IG: @litpathstudios

  • May 12 · 25 min

    131: Life Updates: Hyrox, Performative Yesses and Glimmers of Joy

    Alecia shares some new perspectives on saying no, finding glimmers of joy as rewards to adulting and an exciting update about the new Hyrox challenge she is taking on this year. Join the Badassery HERE! Host: Alecia Jacobson Producers: Jamie Gale and Alecia Jacobson Music: Shane Ivers Connect with Alecia: IG: @aleciajacobson⁠ Website: www.aleciajacobson.com Spirit of a Badass is a Lit Path Studios Production www.litpathstudios.com | IG: @litpathstudios

  • May 5 · 29 min

    130: Saying No Without Qualifying It

    Alecia shares about new ways she is filling her cup and how she is working on saying no without oversharing her reasoning. She explains how to recognize when you are saying more than needed to ease the discomfort of saying no, and how to empower yourself to resist that urge. Join the Badassery HERE! Host: Alecia Jacobson Producers: Jamie Gale and Alecia Jacobson Music: Shane Ivers Connect with Alecia: IG: @aleciajacobson⁠ Website: www.aleciajacobson.com Spirit of a Badass is a Lit Path Studios Production www.litpathstudios.com | IG: @litpathstudios

  • April 28 · 18 min

    129: Sometimes Plants Outgrow their Pots and So Do You

    Alecia shares how her growing plants prompted her to think about how people outgrow their circumstances and shares some perspective shifting ideas on how to recognize and address when changes need to be made. Join the Badassery HERE! Host: Alecia Jacobson Producers: Jamie Gale and Alecia Jacobson Music: Shane Ivers Connect with Alecia: IG: @aleciajacobson⁠ Website: www.aleciajacobson.com Spirit of a Badass is a Lit Path Studios Production www.litpathstudios.com | IG: @litpathstudios

  • April 14 · 1 hr 1 min

    128: Clarity Comes from the Conversation: Menopause, HRT, Bone Density and Body Changes: Dr. Tes Jordens Returns

    Physician and menopause expert, Dr. Tes Jordens, returns to the podcast to talk more with Alecia about common questions women ask about their bodies before, during and after menopause. Dr. Jordens explains how women can impact their bone density, weight, overall health and wellness and more. Join the Badassery HERE! Host: Alecia Jacobson Producers: Jamie Gale and Alecia Jacobson Music: Shane Ivers Connect with Alecia: IG: @aleciajacobson⁠ Website: www.aleciajacobson.com Connect with Dr. Tesa Jordens: IG: @drtesjordens @1988wellness website: 1988wellness.com Resources: Dr. Vonda Wright - https://www.drvondawright.com/, https://menopause.org/ Dr. Kelly Casperson https://kellycaspersonmd.com/ Spirit of a Badass is a Lit Path Studios Production www.litpathstudios.com | IG: @litpathstudios

  • April 7 · 18 min

    127: Hot Takes: Sneezing, Procrastination, Bad Behavior and What Women Need to Hear

    Alecia shares her hot takes of the moment - some hotter than others - and lets listeners know exactly what is on her mind. Don’t miss the last one on the list; it’s what she needs everyone to know! Join the Badassery HERE! Host: Alecia Jacobson Producers: Jamie Gale and Alecia Jacobson Music: Shane Ivers Connect with Alecia: IG: @aleciajacobson⁠ Website: www.aleciajacobson.com Sponsor: Wilson Aesthetic Company - $25 off if you mention Alecia! Spirit of a Badass is a Lit Path Studios Production www.litpathstudios.com | IG: @litpathstudios

  • March 31 · 15 min

    126: Ask Better Questions and Be With People in the Answers

    Alecia has noticed a nagging communication habit out in the world lately and she is not holding back about it! She’s sharing how to ask better questions and be a better listener to create more connection and community and explains why we’ll all be better off if we follow this advice. Host: Alecia Jacobson Producers: Jamie Gale and Alecia Jacobson Music: Shane Ivers Connect with Alecia: IG: @aleciajacobson⁠ Website: www.aleciajacobson.com Sponsor: Wilson Aesthetic Company - $25 off if you mention Alecia! Spirit of a Badass is a Lit Path Studios Production www.litpathstudios.com | IG: @litpathstudios

  • March 24 · 14 min

    125: Who Are We Between the Goals?

    Going for goals is such a huge part of Alecia’s life and work, but in life there is space between the goals. Alecia discusses how to sit in the in-between and how to live and act in a way that feels good, even when not achieving or actively chasing a goal. Host: Alecia Jacobson Producers: Jamie Gale and Alecia Jacobson Music: Shane Ivers Connect with Alecia: IG: @aleciajacobson⁠ Website: www.aleciajacobson.com Sponsor: Wilson Aesthetic Company - $25 off if you mention Alecia! Spirit of a Badass is a Lit Path Studios Production www.litpathstudios.com | IG: @litpathstudios

  • March 17 · 18 min

    124: What I Actually Want to Influence You to Do (and Thank You!)

    Alecia share exciting news about two recent awards, including being a finalist as a Brava Favorite for influencing. Alecia shares four ways she actually wants to influence listeners to do and be and why these changes are so important! Host: Alecia Jacobson Producers: Jamie Gale and Alecia Jacobson Music: Shane Ivers Connect with Alecia: IG: @aleciajacobson⁠ Website: www.aleciajacobson.com Sponsor: Wilson Aesthetic Company - $25 off if you mention Alecia! Spirit of a Badass is a Lit Path Studios Production www.litpathstudios.com | IG: @litpathstudios

  • March 10 · 13 min

    123: Three Suprising Things Keeping You Stuck

    Alecia shares three surprising factors that keep people stuck in their personal growth journeys. She gives examples from her own life and anecdotes from people she’s worked with to give practical strategies for moving toward growth and staying unstuck. GLP-1 Coaching Group Link Host: Alecia Jacobson Producers: Jamie Gale and Alecia Jacobson Music: Shane Ivers Connect with Alecia: IG: @aleciajacobson⁠ Website: www.aleciajacobson.com Sponsor: Wilson Aesthetic Company - $25 off if you mention Alecia! Spirit of a Badass is a Lit Path Studios Production www.litpathstudios.com | IG: @litpathstudios

  • March 3 · 54 min

    122: Understanding Our Anger and Using it Well with Bronwyn Schweigerdt

    Bronwyn Schweigerdt, a licensed psychotherapist and anger expert, joins Alecia to discuss the complexities of anger and how it can be a powerful catalyst for change. Bronwyn shares her personal journey with anger, emphasizing the importance of recognizing and embracing it rather than suppressing it. Alecia and Bronwyn explore how our childhood influences our relationship with anger, the impact of shame, and the process of reparenting oneself to heal. Host: Alecia Jacobson Producers: Jamie Gale and Alecia Jacobson Music: Shane Ivers Connect with Alecia: IG: @aleciajacobson⁠ Website: www.aleciajacobson.com Connect with Bronwyn Schweigerdt: IG: @schweigerdtbronwyn website: https://www.integrateanger.com/ Sponsor: Wilson Aesthetic Company - $25 off if you mention Alecia! Spirit of a Badass is a Lit Path Studios Production www.litpathstudios.com | IG: @litpathstudios