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    The Change Over

    Why be content when you can be happy? The Change Over is about breaking societal norms if they compromise your happiness. It’s about being transparent with the struggles and loud with the successes. Each episode Alanna provides a transparent story related to growing pains and practical tips on how to become the best and happiest version of yourself.
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    Effective Conflict Resolution

    Effective Conflict Resolution

    Have you ever felt in need of a conflict resolution conversation? How do you know when it's worth it? What if you lose your friend? What if your relationship ends up being better than ever? In this episode, I provide a few tips on identifying if both parties are ready for a conversation and how to make it worth your time if you are. 

     

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    The Change Over
    enJune 26, 2020

    White Privilege v. Black Punishment: Semantics

    White Privilege v. Black Punishment: Semantics

    I want to applaud those of you who are still having conversations about race and privilege. It can be tiring and tough when it's with people you thought understood this already. This episode I want to offer ONE tip to help break a wall I've noticed that stops many of these conversations. Listen to find out how saying black punishment instead of white privilege can make a difference. 

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    The Change Over
    enJune 11, 2020

    Surviving Domestic Violence

    Surviving Domestic Violence

    Most of us think the closest we've ever been to domestic violence is watching What's Love Got to Do With It. The reality is nearly 20 people per minute are physically abused by an intimate partner according to the NCADV. In this episode, Trust shares her journey into and out of an abusive relationship. We discuss the impact it had on her children, relationship with God, and even her beautiful marriage now. Listen to this episode and share it with a friend. There are great takeaways for everyone but you never know which "strong friend" may need this the most. 

    To join the Change Over Community visit www.alannasparrow.com

    Connect on IG @AlannaSparrow

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    enMay 28, 2020

    Branding, Networking and Mastering LinkedIn

    Branding, Networking and Mastering LinkedIn

    Anybody ever set up a LinkedIn account because you knew you needed to and  then never went back to it again or just me? In this episode, I talk to Danielle Mills, the founder, and owner of Headstrong.  She is a master networker and literally wrote a book about mastering LinkedIn. Listen for the Change Over Challenge of the week and practical tips you can use to separate yourself from the masses and network like a boss.  For Danielle’s story listen to episode 19 How to Have a Champion’s Mindset with Danielle Mills.

    Follow today’s guest Danielle on IG @daniela_boricua and @headstrongllc

    To purchase Danielle's Book How to Master Linkedin

    https://amzn.to/3b15Dr9

    To work with Danielle 

    https://headstrong-mind.myshopify.com/

    Visit www.AlannaSparrow.com to connect with the host. 

    The Change Over
    enMay 21, 2020

    Taking Control in the Midst of COVID

    Taking Control in the Midst of COVID

    In the midst of a global pandemic, all my days are starting to look and feel the same. Minus the dates moving by faster. Can you believe it's been 2 months since the COVID19 pandemic swept the US. I am finally starting to feel comfortable in my new life. You know what that means? It's time to get back on my grind. This episode I urge members of the Change Over Community to take inventory of your life pre-COVID19, and again today to see what gaps if any have developed. From there, make moves. 

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    enMay 14, 2020

    Why You Don't Need to Learn A New Skill During A Pandemic

    Why You Don't Need to Learn A New Skill During A Pandemic

    For some people, the sudden life change caused by COVID19 can be the break from work or time at home many have been waiting for. For others, it's business as usual with longer hours because the commute to their office or living room is shorter. For us all, it is a change. 

    This episode is to break the record playing, which says you lack discipline if you do not come out of this pandemic with a new skill, business or language. Congratulations if you do. If you don't and you learn how to live under these circumstances with joy and no charges, I want to equally congratulate you. 

    The Change Over is about living your life on your terms. It's personal, as is each experience we all have. Don't let social media and influencers make you feel bad for doing that. 

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    enApril 05, 2020

    Stop Explaining

    Stop Explaining

    Quote of the Week: Talking comes by nature. Silence comes by Wisdom.

    This episode Alanna discusses the three reasons to stop explaining yourself. No episode is complete without a personal life lesson to relate to. 

    Book Referenced: The 48 Laws of Power by Robert Greene

    Visit AlannaSparrow.com to connect and join The Change Over Community on Facebook.

    The Change Over
    enFebruary 20, 2020

    Let's Talk Finances

    Let's Talk Finances

    This week's motivational quote:

    "You can’t get out of debt while keeping the same lifestyle that got you there." - Dave Ramsey 

    Listen in for examples of how you can apply this quote and be intentional in your spending and saving in 2020. 

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    enFebruary 01, 2020

    Happiness is an Inside Job

    Happiness is an Inside Job

    "Happiness is not the absence of problems, it's the ability to deal with them."-unknown

    This episode Alanna shares her top three ways to find happiness regardless of your situation.

    There's no challenge this week just the desire for all the members of the Change Over Community to be aware, grateful, and make moves towards internal happiness!

    visit www.AlannaSparrrow.com and connect on all forms of social media

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    enJanuary 23, 2020

    Sometimes You Gotta Piss People Off

    Sometimes You Gotta Piss People Off

    Have you ever felt like every time you tried to better yourself someone who you wanted to support you got upset? This week's motivational quote talk about just that. Listen in for Alanna's experience and guidance on how to deal with those situations. 

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    enJanuary 16, 2020

    The Freedom and Faults of Choices

    The Freedom and Faults of Choices

    With all the choices we make every now and then it becomes easy to only focus on the ones that have an immediate visual consequence. In this episode Alanna challenges the members of the Change Over community to consider the other choices we make in 2020 as well. 

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    enJanuary 09, 2020

    Hope Is Not Enough

    Hope Is Not Enough

    In the first episode of 2020 Alanna shares a quote by General Gordon R. Sullivan and discusses how we have to have more than hope to make dreams come true. 

    Too often we say we "hope" things for things and call it being optimistic. In 2020, we are not only being optimistic we're winning on purpose. Listen to this episode for tips, and a short story to bring the quote of the week home!

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    enJanuary 02, 2020

    Time for a Break: Final Episode of 2019

    Time for a Break: Final Episode of 2019

    Life is full of transitions! This episode Alanna shares the need to adjust to a new season and gives special Thanksgiving tips to the members of The Change Over Community. In this episode you can also hear why this is the last episode of the year and what to expect in 2020. 

    The Change Over is about a lifestyle change that comes AFTER we learn to change our mindset. Doing it together throughout 2019 has been a blast.  The consistency in recording and publishing almost every week of 2019 has really empowered Alanna to believe she can do whatever she holds herself accountable for. Thankfully, you can too. 

    The Change Over podcast WILL RETURN with new content, interviews and the realness we all love in 2020.

    Visit www.AlannaSparrow.com to stay connected and receive emails throughout the break. 

     

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    enNovember 14, 2019

    The Company You Keep

    The Company You Keep

     

    This episode Alanna shares a motivating experience she recently had realized she was at the bottom on the totem pole. When it comes to choosing your friends and mentors you have to be intentional. Listen in to learn the three things you should consider when you think about who should be close to you. 

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    The Change Over
    enNovember 02, 2019

    Controlling Your Thoughts

    Controlling Your Thoughts

    Controlling your thoughts is harder than most people think. In the same way that negative thoughts come to us and fill our minds, we have the power to choose happy thoughts. Sometimes, the happy thoughts aren't exactly happy as they are thoughts we trying to use to encourage ourselves to keep going. 

    This episode Alanna shares a question of the week and asks that if you are in the facebook group or on social media you share your response!

    Ultimately this episode is to remind you that you're dope and to never forget it!

    References: https://www.selfdevelopmentsecrets.com/questions-that-make-you-think/

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    Instagram: @AlannaSparrow @TheChangeOver

    Website: AlannaSparrow.com

    The Change Over
    enOctober 24, 2019

    Welcome to Thirty-Hood

    Welcome to Thirty-Hood

    Most people have an idea of what their lives should look like at 25. What happens to us subconsciously when we turn 30 and still haven't met the olds we had for our 25 year old self? This episode Alanna shares the 5 lessons she learned that helped her to embrace being 30 and completely "off track" but also completely happy. 

    Regardless if you have your 25 year old goals by 30 this episode has a bonus lesson that can and should be applied daily. Gratefulness. Mastering the art of being grateful in sucky situations is what has allowed Alanna to be here today to share this journey with you. Be sure to listen rate, review, and CONNECT with the rest of The Change Over Community.

    Facebook Group: The Change Over Community

    Instagram: @ AlannaSparrow @TheChangeOverPodcast

     

     

    The Change Over
    enOctober 17, 2019

    How to Deal with Comparison

    How to Deal with Comparison

    Have you ever found yourself paralyzed because you were trying to operate like someone else? Comparison is known as the thief of joy and it's pretty annoying too. In this episode Alanna shares how she found herself paralyzed in the one thing she dedicated this year to doing, podcasting!

     

    Episode References

    1 Corinthians 12:15-19

    What to do When You Don't Feel Motivated- The Change Over Podcast

    Pep Talk for You Feel Stuck- The Change Over Podcast 

    Consistency Part 1 The Potter's House LA Podcast, Pastor Toure Roberts  

     

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    The Change Over
    enOctober 03, 2019

    Let's Talk Solo Travel

    Let's Talk Solo Travel

    Have you ever wanted to take a trip alone? We all need a break from people and the stresses of life. Every now and then we want to take it someplace new and exciting. In this episode Kat and Alanna talk about Kat's first experience traveling alone for a week long vacation! 

    If you've ever thought about traveling and couldn't all your friends on the same page this episode is for you.

    Connect with us via the Facebook Group: The Change Over Community or on Instagram @AlannaSparrow

    The Change Over
    enSeptember 26, 2019

    Chase The Dream

    Chase The Dream

    What are you known for? In this episode Alanna and Reign talk about the importance of chasing your dreams relentlessly. After it was brought to Reigns attention that she wasn’t known for her passion she made huge changes that led to her going viral and sharing spaces with some of rap and hip hops top influencers.

     

    Most people believe things have to be perfect before we can go hard chasing our dreams. They believe if I want to be known for something, that’s all I have to do. There are tons of things people believe are key to being successful and Reign sets the record in this episode.

     

    Previous Change Over Episode mentioned: The Real Reason You’re Not Hitting Your Goals

     

    Twitter:ReignDB_

     

    Instagram: @ReignDB_ @AlannaSparrow @TheChangeOverPodcast

     

    Facebook page: Reign DB

    Facebook group: The Change Over Community

     

    EP: It’s About Love

    The Change Over
    enSeptember 20, 2019