DO IT TODAY is a podcast hosted by Kara Cutruzzula, who asks friends and notable figures across creative industries about what they're doing that day—and how they're going to do it. It's an up close look at process and practice, a reminder for you to do your most meaningful work, and a mini dose of encouragement in 20 minutes or less.
Trying to move forward but feeling sloggy or stuck?
1. Do something easy.
2. Do something nice.
3. Do something hard.
And repeat until unstuck.
Would love to know if you try this out...!
4 Dec 2023
Today with Alyssa Ages: Deadlifts, Bone Broth & More Secrets of Giants
Meet the author of an inspiring new book I devoured in two days...
Kara Cutruzzula talks to author and freelance writer Alyssa Ages, whose debut book Secrets of Giants is a deep dive into the science and psychology of why pushing our physical limits is so impactful — and a personal look at her own experience training for strongman competitions. Big moments include 5:30 a.m. workouts, the challenges of telling your own story, how coaches give her necessary external accountability, and why being strong makes you feel you can do anything. Plus, powdered bone broth!
Where to Find Alyssa
Buy Secrets of Giants
Amazon (https://www.amazon.com/Secrets-Giants-Journey-Uncover-Strength/dp/0593539400)
Bookshop (https://bookshop.org/a/12748/9780593539408)
Penguin Random House (https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/707130/secrets-of-giants-by-alyssa-ages/)
Alyssa's website
https://www.alyssaages.com (https://www.alyssaages.com)
Show Notes
00:23 Alyssa's Morning Routine
01:07 Building a Garage Gym
01:21 The Journey to Competitive Strongman Competitions
03:59 The Impact of Strength Training on, Well, Everything
06:04 Writing Process and Challenges
13:37 Alyssa's Nighttime Routine
13:52 The Importance of a Coach
19:05 The Book Writing and Publishing Experience
Mentions
Bone Brewhouse Instant Chicken Bone Broth (https://bonebrewhouse.com/products/naked-instant-chicken-bone-broth)
Do It Today is created by Kara Cutruzzula. She's the author of three motivational journals and a musical theater writer, playwright, and editor.
Buy Do It (or Don't): A Boundary-Creating Journal (https://bookshop.org/a/12748/9781419764035)
Buy Do It Today: An Encouragement Journal (https://bookshop.org/a/12748/9781419764028)
Buy Do It For Yourself: A Motivational Journal (https://bookshop.org/a/12748/9781419743467)
Subscribe to Kara's newsletter: https://brassringdaily.substack.com/ (https://brassringdaily.substack.com/)
Visit www.karacutruzzula.com (http://www.karacutruzzula.com/), or follow her on Instagram @karacut (http://www.instagram.com/karacut)
30 Nov 2023
Today with Aransas Savas and Kara Cutruzzula: How to Activate Your Dreams
Special collaboration episode today with the wonderful Aransas Savas and The Uplifters Podcast! Aransas is a wellbeing and leadership coach, and her podcast highlights inspiring women and mindset techniques to create your biggest life. We talk about our weekly "Virtual Friday Therapy Runs," our creative practices and routines, closing open loops and finding deep work blocks, exercises from Do It (or Don't), avoiding overwork and burnout, and much more.
Where to Find Aransas:
Subscribe to The Uplifters Podcast (https://www.theuplifterspodcast.com/)
https://www.theuplifterspodcast.com/ (https://www.theuplifterspodcast.com/)
Listen on Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-uplifters/id1677423044)
Listen on Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/show/6QCQMyhWBqq4JDA9sbQH0f?si=1fda35ace15d4d5f)
Website: https://www.aransassavas.com/ (https://www.aransassavas.com/)
Show Notes
00:02 Introduction
00:50 Defining an Uplifter
01:36 Introducing The Uplifters Podcast
02:36 The Power of Friendship and Regular Check-ins
07:50 Importance of Self-Care and Relationships
09:45 The Power of Choice and Setting Boundaries
12:03 Being a High-Capacity Person and Managing Overwhelm
13:38 The Role of Acceptance and Trust in Maintaining Flow
24:31 Self-Respect and Setting Boundaries
25:55 Admiration and Journaling
26:20 Planning and Procrastination
26:34 Podcast Growth and Challenges
27:34 Overcoming Hesitation
29:05 Reframing Sponsorship and Taking Action
31:25 The Importance of Sounding Boards
34:54 Planning and Prioritizing Tasks
36:42 Closing Open Loops and Time Management
39:55 Revisiting and Revamping To-Do Lists
43:25 The Power of Community and Activation
Do It Today is created by Kara Cutruzzula. She's the author of three motivational journals and a musical theater writer, playwright, and editor.
Buy Do It (or Don't): A Boundary-Creating Journal (https://bookshop.org/a/12748/9781419764035)
Buy Do It Today: An Encouragement Journal (https://bookshop.org/a/12748/9781419764028)
Buy Do It For Yourself: A Motivational Journal (https://bookshop.org/a/12748/9781419743467)
Subscribe to Kara's newsletter: https://brassringdaily.substack.com/ (https://brassringdaily.substack.com/)
Visit www.karacutruzzula.com (http://www.karacutruzzula.com/), or follow her on Instagram @karacut (http://www.instagram.com/karacut)
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