Lindsey had the pleasure of sharing her conversation with professional theatre performer turned yoga instructor and podcast host, Ahnastasia Albert. Ahnastasia takes us through her journey pursuing her successful musical theatre career in LA, NYC, and so many other cities in between. 

This newly engaged bride-to-be started her brand and podcast, The Luxury of Self Care, in the spring of 2020. As we all were realizing the pandemic wasn't stopping anytime soon, Ahnastasia found herself wanting to connect with people posing the question: What's stimulating you? Which became her first episode of The Luxury of Self Care.

We talk about the importance of taking small bits of time to practice mindfulness, even 5 to 10 minutes, just focusing on your breath everyday and the impact that has on your productivity and your overall mood. Self care can be and sometimes should be simplified and Ahnastasia has some excellent tips to get us started. 

In her podcast intro, she reminds us that finding luxury in our lives begins with taking care of Y-O-U.

Connect with Ahnastasia!

Website: ahnastasiaalbert.com

Instagram: @rumor_in_stpetersburg

Podcast: search "The Luxury of Self Care" wherever you listen to podcasts or click on the link- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/failing-awesomely-053-featuring-lindsey-garcia/id1514539376?i=1000501925149

Youtube: youtube.com/user/Ahnastasia

Connect with Lindsey!

Email: [email protected]

Instagram(s): @lindseyhgarcia // @failingawesomely // @janesdaughters

As we mourn two years without my beautiful mother-in-law, Sylvia, I wanted to do something special for my sweet husband who misses his mom so very much. We know she is perfect with Jesus in Heaven, but those of us left on earth long to be with her. This episode is a tribute to the amazing woman she was and a gift for my David. 

Sylvia Elizabeth Garcia - July 15th 1956 - February 15th 2019

This week Lindsey and Mini share what they've learned in their 17 year friendship. They've had their fair share of ups and downs and even went years without talking. Sometimes we think that friendship will get easier as adults, because with age we mature, right? But what about when your friend is career driven and you're starting a family or vice versa? What about those times when you aren't on the same path in life at the same time? Do you drift apart or do you fight for the friendship? 

And what about difficult friendships? When are these devoted relationships worth fighting for? Mini and Lindsey talk about IT ALL and more in this weeks episode. 

Psalm 139:23-24 - Search me, God, and know my heart. Test me and know my anxious thoughts. See if there is any offensive way in me and lead me in the way everlasting. 

We would LOVE to hear from you! Have questions about this episode? Message us!

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Lindsey's Instagram(s): @lindseyhgarcia // @failingawesomely

Mini's Instagram: @itsamandacanter

My love, My David: this is a love letter to you. Happy 8th wedding anniversary babe. 

In this weeks episode, we got our girl Rebecca Masdon back on the show to share more wisdom, this time on life AFTER cancer. We didn't expect the after shocks of slaying our Goliaths while trying to control our emotions in the process. Did I mention we're both on hormone blockers? Yikes! Haha.

Rebecca is a wife, business owner, activewear designer, and 2020 breast cancer survivor! Woot! One thing Rebecca said that really resonated with me this episode was, "Walk it off, kid. You're better now. Time to put your non-cancer big girl panties on." She was referring to the way she felt her loved ones viewed her new life after surviving cancer and it hit home for me. As much as we want to, it's easier said than done to simply walk away from our battles we just won. But as I've learned from Rebecca, we are not the sum of our earthly circumstances. We are sons and daughters of God and Christ alone is who we find true life and freedom in.

Rebecca launches her first set of leggings from her activewear line, SR Sport, this Saturday January 30th 2021 at 2PM eastern (1PM cst). 

Rebecca's Website: masdonlane.commentsold.com/store

Rebecca's Facebook and Instagram: @MasdonLane

Podcast email: [email protected]

Lindsey's Instagram(s): @lindseyhgarcia // @failingawesomely // @janesdaughters --> etsy shop!

I've known Sarah since 2009 when we became roommates in Nashville, TN in a house of a total of 5 people. Two things I can tell you about this girl from day one- she's got heart and grit. And those are just two of the many great qualities she possesses to thrive while owning a growing permanent cosmetics & lash lounge business (Habit). This mom of 3 shares how her innate ability to pivot through life's constant changes and challenges has helped her become successful while still making quality time for her family AND getting to bed before 10PM every night!

Sarah's Instagram: @hapgirl36

Habit - Permanent Cosmetics and Lash Lounge in Sedalia, MO: @habitpmu on instagram

Thank you so much for listening to this week's episode. I have felt so fortunate to have your love and support while I navigate through God's purpose for me in my crazy, awesome life. God wastes nothing, even in suffering and failure, and I want to share it all with you.  Please subscribe to the show wherever you listen and give a 5* review on Apple Podcasts. Did this episode really speak to you? Share the love with a screen shot of this week's episode on your instagram or facebook posts/stories. That is the BEST way to show your support for this show. 

Have questions about this episode? We would LOVE to hear from you! 

Email: [email protected]

Lindsey's Instagram(s): @lindseyhgarcia // @failingawesomely // @janesdaughters

In the second episode of Season 2 of the Failing Awesomely Podcast, Lindsey Garcia is joined by her BFF, Amanda aka "Mini" Canter, to get real and raw about the dangers of alcohol culture, specifically the widely accepted "Mommy Wine Culture". Both share their very different personal relationships with alcohol and why they've made the tough decision to stop being "normal" and choose sobriety instead. 

@chrissyteigen instagram

@jennadillulio instagram - For Wine Culture content, her sobriety story, tips, and support.

We would LOVE to hear from you! Have questions about this episode? Need more sober friends/support? Message us! 

Email: [email protected]

Lindsey's Instagram(s): @lindseyhgarcia // @failingawesomely 

Mini's Instagram: @itsamandacanter

Lindsey is finally back for season 2 of the Failing Awesomely podcast. In this episode, you'll get all caught up on Lindsey's breast cancer journey and learn her 4 tips to start 2021 with a clear mindset so you can focus on the things that truly matter the most.

Thank you so much for listening! We hope you enjoyed the episode and look forward to future shows in season 2. Have questions about this episode? Suggestions or comments? Is there a topic you'd want Lindsey to talk about in future episodes? We want to hear from you! Email us at [email protected].

Lindsey's Instagram(s): @lindseyhgarcia // @failingawesomely // @janesdaughters

Lindsey's brother, Andy Hager, shares his thoughts on managing mental health during this tough time of isolation and fear of the coronavirus. As someone on the spectrum, Andy understands the struggles of change and the unknown more than most. 

If you're struggling, text MHA to 741741 to talk to someone from Mental Health America.

Thank you so much for listening to all of Season One of the Failing Awesomely Podcast! Your support means so very much to me and I can't wait to be back after finishing my breast cancer treatment to give you Season Two.

Have questions about this episode? Have your own "Failing Awesomely" story? We want to hear from you! Please email or message any questions or comments:

Email: [email protected]

Lindsey's Instagram(s): @lindseyhgarcia // @failingawesomely // @janesdaughters

How do you love people? I don't mean YOUR people. How do you love strangers? The grocery store clerk? The comcast customer service rep? The amazon delivery driver?

How do you love people that are different than you? People with disabilities or of a different race? People of a different religion or political party? 

In the aftermath of recent events, Lindsey keeps asking herself this same question, asking God to search within her to find any offensive way in which her heart does not align with His. 

Ephesians 5:1 // Philippians 2:3

Have questions about this episode? Have your own "Failing Awesomely" story? We want to hear from you! Please email or message any questions or comments:

Email: [email protected]

Lindsey's Instagram(s): @lindseyhgarcia // @failingawesomely // @janesdaughters