Alison Smela

#Writer,#speaker,#recovery advocate & #mentor helping others achieve foundational change w/sustainable growth. #Midlife #alcoholism & #eatingdisorder survivor.

[Film Updates @FilmUpdates]

Billie Eilish and Finneas performing “What Was I Made For?” at the #Oscars 

[Alison Smela @alisonsmela]

Hey @united! You have a gr8 flight attendant named Alex. Onboard yesterday's UA#1821 CHI 2 DEN, he noticed me clutching my wrap & asked if I was cold. 10 min later, he reached over a few passengers to hand me a blanket. #extrastep, #gratitude, #itsthelittlethings.

[Melody Beattie @MelodyBeattie]

Feeling flustered and incapable of handling life's stressful moments? Here's how to bounce back when life gets to be too much.

#selfcare #mentalhealth #personalgrowth https://t.co/8T93H8f7vn

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Just posted a photo https://t.co/hD9gol9mih

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Just posted a photo https://t.co/UoQ2v6MYQp

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Some things learned in early #recovery help me just as much today as back then. Thank you @recoveryspeaker for providing space for me to share thoughts about one of those things. "Whatever You Do, Don’t Get Creative" https://t.co/xCTKqGOsOt via @recoveryspeaker

[Alison Smela @alisonsmela]

As the rush of the day surrounds you, consider a deep breath and a read through this piece. Perhaps you’ll find that, once again, you are not alone. I Don’t Have Time https://t.co/Jhhud3Z41b via @Recovery Speakers

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Grateful for an opportunity to share some practical experience insight within the https://t.co/M0XAZVZQnk community and now, with you. https://t.co/aSMyIIcYLr

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Time to kick up my blog! Participating in this phenomenal #BlogHerU conference. Gr8ful for the insight, wisdom, & practical experience offered by amazing female industry experts. @blogher, #WeAreSHE

[Tiny Buddha @tinybuddha]

Childhood can leave us with a lot of scars and limiting beliefs about our worth. But it's possible to heal and see ourselves in a new, brighter light.

Why I no longer believe there's something wrong with me: https://t.co/vMMVwLvhTE

[Tiny Buddha @tinybuddha]

"You either walk inside your story and own it, or you stand outside your story and hustle for your worthiness." ~Brené Brown

Deconstructing shame - how to break free from your past: https://t.co/eBh6lu8xJM

[Tiny Buddha @tinybuddha]

"You live most of your life inside of your head. Make sure its a nice place to be." ~Unknown

Create a kinder mind - how to stop your mean, hurtful self-talk: https://t.co/rRVWRGGp0x

[Alison Smela @alisonsmela]

“Feeling connected 2 & heard by others is are powerful antidotes 2 depression & anxiety. Isolation fuels these emotional issues. Trying 2 hide or deny feelings can lead 2 more stress on body & increased difficulty avoiding upsetting emotions.” Heather Monroe,LSCSW @NewportAcademy

[Alison Smela @alisonsmela]

These two organizations are run by women I admire and their nonprofit intentions are dear to my heart. Please consider helping them continue in their quest to better the lives of those who face challenges. https://t.co/tOwzfpwqjz

[Tiny Buddha @tinybuddha]

Respect your body when it's asking for a break. Respect your mind when it's seeking rest. Honor yourself when you need a moment for yourself.

[Tiny Buddha @tinybuddha]

Silence isn't empty. It's full of answers.

[Alison Smela @alisonsmela]

How Overthinking Leads to Underserving https://t.co/xFUHH6fuGL

[Headspace @Headspace]

Breathe in. Breathe out.🧡#headspace

[Alison Smela @alisonsmela]

Precious, heartfelt talks with loved ones often bring about words I must breathe in. Today, my husband provided some that took my breath away.

[Melody Beattie @MelodyBeattie]

People are feeling any number of things right now. Is it right to call some of what they’re feeling "grief"? According to some, it's exactly what people are experiencing. https://t.co/T0Jj2BRiuY

#grieving #mourningaloss #feelinggrief