Maybe You're Like Me with Alicia Watson

Maybe you're like me and you know there's more to life than what you're experiencing right now.

It's the season 3 finale! We made it, fam. The show will return in six weeks and I can't wait to share more of what I've been working on.

In this finale episode I share an excerpt of one of my next books and encouragement for anyone going through a waiting season of preparation.

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"In Secret Donuts, Alicia Watson takes us through her story of her obsession with losing weight, something she believed was a necessary step to carrying out her purpose, when in fact her compulsive need to do so was the hindrance."

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Maybe you're like me and you've got work to do.

Hey Beautiful people! My season of rest is coming to an end apparently.
As I return to work, I’ve been thinking about how not to find myself in the same overwhelmed and anxious place that led to me needing so much rest (which I was feeling even before all of the traumatic events of the last few years). 

Life is going to life. You can’t stop bad things from happening. That’s the condition of the world; relationships become challenging, work becomes frustrating, we get discouraged, we may get sick,  we lose loved ones- life is going to life. 

Here’s what I’ve landed on to help me navigate it going forward. 

Submit to his will.

Stay connected to the source.

Surround myself with the right people.

Stay true to myself.

I recommend reading and studying the book of Matthew if you want to deep dive into these concepts, but in this episode I give a brief overview of how I'll apply them going into this new season. 
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"In Secret Donuts, Alicia Watson takes us through her story of her obsession with losing weight, something she believed was a necessary step to carrying out her purpose, when in fact her compulsive need to do so was the hindrance."

*Maybe you're like me and you need something tangible to navigate life's tough seasons. It's important to have the strategy and resources to come out on top. Take this short quiz to be matched with a tool you can use to flourish no matter what life has thrown your way: https://bit.ly/overcomersquiz

Maybe you're like me and there are lots of people that love you.

I’m following up last week’s episode with the flipside of there being someone who doesn’t like you and acknowledging that there are lots of people that LOVE you.  If you’re like me, sometimes you can focus on the negative, on the relationships that need to be fixed, or changed – focusing on what's wrong and ignoring the things that are so right.

We all have the ability to show and receive love, acceptance and kindness. But feeling and trying to avoid rejection will have you causing more harm because you’re on the defensive. Rejection hinders you from seeing the power you have. You’re not always the victim- not always the excluded. Sometimes you’re the excluder.

Knowing you are loved helps you to show up differently. Knowing that no one person’s rejection or critique of you can turn the opinions of every other person in your life against you empowers you to interact with others from a space of abundant love.

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"In Secret Donuts, Alicia Watson takes us through her story of her obsession with losing weight, something she believed was a necessary step to carrying out her purpose, when in fact her compulsive need to do so was the hindrance."

*Maybe you're like me and you need something tangible to navigate life's tough seasons. It's important to have the strategy and resources to come out on top. Take this short quiz to be matched with a tool you can use to flourish no matter what life has thrown your way: https://bit.ly/overcomersquiz

Maybe you're like me and there's someone who doesn't like you.

And that's okay! You will have haters. You will face opposition. You will get attacked. Especially as a servant of the Lord.  But, as a servant of the Lord, you can trust that God will protect you from the weapons of your earthly enemies and the enemy of your soul. And not only will he protect you, he will prosper you right in their faces. 

Isaiah 54:17 in the NLT reads:

"But in that coming day no weapon turned against you will succeed.You will silence every voice raised up to accuse you. These benefits are enjoyed by the servants of the Lord;  their vindication will come from me. I, the Lord, have spoken!"

In this week's episode, I want to encourage you if you're feeling the sting of rejection. Don't be afraid of disappointing and upsetting other people. Let your intentions be to be kind to them from a space of empowerment from God and not as a form of self-protection. The former earns a reward from God while allowing him to protect you. 

Proverbs 25: 21-22 says, " If your enemies are hungry, give them food to eat. If they are thirsty, give them water to drink. You will heap burning coals of shame on their heads,  and the Lord will reward you."

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"In Secret Donuts, Alicia Watson takes us through her story of her obsession with losing weight, something she believed was a necessary step to carrying out her purpose, when in fact her compulsive need to do so was the hindrance."

*Maybe you're like me and you need something tangible to navigate life's tough seasons. It's important to have the strategy and resources to come out on top. Take this short quiz to be matched with a tool you can use to flourish no matter what life has thrown your way: https://bit.ly/overcomersquiz

Maybe you're like me and you're learning to accept God's will above your own.

A part of faith that often gets over looked is "... but even if He doesn't" faith. That level of faith acknowledges the power and sovereignty of God, reverently and respectfully declaring that even if He doesn't answer our prayers in the way we want or ask him to, His will is better.  And he is still worthy to be praised.

In this episode I share some encouragement for those who are walking through a season of unanswered prayers or who need hope. I share some wisdom for those who are striving to honor God above all else and everyone else, including themselves.
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*Grab a copy of my latest book: Secret Donuts: A Journey to Getting Over Your Weight, Aligned with God and into Your Purpose

"In Secret Donuts, Alicia Watson takes us through her story of her obsession with losing weight, something she believed was a necessary step to carrying out her purpose, when in fact her compulsive need to do so was the hindrance."

*Maybe you're like me and you need something tangible to navigate life's tough seasons. It's important to have the strategy and resources to come out on top. Take this short quiz to be matched with a tool you can use to flourish no matter what life has thrown your way: https://bit.ly/overcomersquiz

Maybe you're like me and dieting isn't working for you.

If you're tired of obsessing over your weight, then this episode is definitely for you. Growing up in the 90s and 2000s diet culture did a number on us, but after writing my book about getting over my weight, aligned with God and into my purpose, your girl was delivert!

And the main reason is because I'm not dieting. Instead, I'm on a whole health journey. While weight loss is included in it, it's not the sole focus. 

Now that thin wants to be in again, I am unbothered. I can't and won't turn back to that old way of thinking about my weight 24/7. I talk about why and how in this episode. And I also give  you encouragement on better ways to "shape up".

Want to hear more on the subject and about my book before you buy it? Listen to the four part series of episodes 10-13 of the podcast.

Mentioned in the this episode: Reset Lifestyle
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*Connect on Instagram

*Grab a copy of my latest book: Secret Donuts: A Journey to Getting Over Your Weight, Aligned with God and into Your Purpose

"In Secret Donuts, Alicia Watson takes us through her story of her obsession with losing weight, something she believed was a necessary step to carrying out her purpose, when in fact her compulsive need to do so was the hindrance."

*Maybe you're like me and you need something tangible to navigate life's tough seasons. It's important to have the strategy and resources to come out on top. Take this short quiz to be matched with a tool you can use to flourish no matter what life has thrown your way: https://bit.ly/overcomersquiz

Maybe you're like me and you have your word for 2023.

I know. I know. We’re half way through the year. So really this episode is an opportunity for you to check in. If you determined a word of the year in January, how are you doing with it? Does your life reflect the changes you wanted to see when you chose the word? If not, that’s fine! Start again today. 

My word of the year for 2023 is: Refresh.

In this episode I share what refresh means for me, the areas of my life I have been refreshing and why.
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"In Secret Donuts, Alicia Watson takes us through her story of her obsession with losing weight, something she believed was a necessary step to carrying out her purpose, when in fact her compulsive need to do so was the hindrance."

*Maybe you're like me and you need something tangible to navigate life's tough seasons. It's important to have the strategy and resources to come out on top. Take this short quiz to be matched with a tool you can use to flourish no matter what life has thrown your way: https://bit.ly/overcomersquiz

Maybe you're like me and you had to pick yourself up and get back into position.

This episode comes with a trigger warning for grief (so if that something you can't deal with right now I totally understand -- please save this one for later).

In this episode I go more into detail about the emotional rollercoaster ride I have been on in the last five years and how I refuse to let it all take me out. I share biblical inspiration and what actions I have been motivated to take (and not take) to shift my perspective, pick myself up and get myself together after life knocked me down and tried to keep me there.

If you’re having a similar experiences I hope that you can do things that look like self care to you to refill your cup, recalibrate your perspective and motivate you to keep moving forward in love with peace and hope. I know that going through traumatic things back to back to back can have you subconsciously (and, shoot, even consciously) questioning God’s love for you. There were so many times through all of this where I DID NOT feel like God’s favorite. But nothing can separate us from his love. Nothing. And caring for yourself in such a way with faith helps you to be reminded of that through his grace.

Thank you so much to everyone who has rallied around us and shown support, kindness, thoughtfulness, sympathy, and love throughout these trying times for me and my family.  You have truly been the hands and feet of God.
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*Connect on Instagram

*Grab a copy of my latest book: Secret Donuts: A Journey to Getting Over Your Weight, Aligned with God and into Your Purpose

"In Secret Donuts, Alicia Watson takes us through her story of her obsession with losing weight, something she believed was a necessary step to carrying out her purpose, when in fact her compulsive need to do so was the hindrance."

*Maybe you're like me and you need something tangible to navigate life's tough seasons. It's important to have the strategy and resources to come out on top. Take this short quiz to be matched with a tool you can use to flourish no matter what life has thrown your way: https://bit.ly/overcomersquiz

I'm at it again- can't stop, won't stop!  If you're like me, sometimes life knocks you down but you don't stay there. We take life's lessons and level up, right?!

In this bonus episode, I catch you up on where I've been and what to expect as we finish up season 3.  I'll be sharing with the same transparency some new revelations and a lot of love that will hopefully remind us all that we have a greater purpose in this crazy world.

Share this episode with someone who needs to hear it and let them know that we're back!
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*Connect on Instagram

*Grab a copy of my latest book: Secret Donuts: A Journey to Getting Over Your Weight, Aligned with God and into Your Purpose

"In Secret Donuts, Alicia Watson takes us through her story of her obsession with losing weight, something she believed was a necessary step to carrying out her purpose, when in fact her compulsive need to do so was the hindrance."

*Maybe you're like me and you need something tangible to navigate life's tough seasons. It's important to have the strategy and resources to come out on top. Take this short quiz to be matched with a tool you can use to flourish no matter what life has thrown your way: https://bit.ly/overcomersquiz

In this week’s episode, join Alicia Watson as she discusses setting goals and wanting to achieve them.  Alicia provides listeners with the encouragement throughout this episode on setting goals. You will leave this episode with ways to set achievable goals in a realistic way.

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Maybe you're like me and you need something tangible to navigate life's tough seasons. It's important to have the strategy and resources to come out on top. Take this short quiz to be matched with a tool you can use to flourish no matter what life has thrown your way: https://bit.ly/overcomersquiz