Creating Abundance
Welcome to “Creating Abundance”! I’m Alana Cahoon, your host, and I’ve dedicated a significant portion of my life to personal and professional growth, creativity, spirituality, and holistic well-being. In my mid-twenties, I found myself alone in the bustling city of NYC but was determined to make it on my own. Throughout those challenging years, I persevered, acquiring leadership skills and honing my abilities as a mystic intuitive. Inspirational figures like Louise Hayes and Shakti Gwain became my role models, driving me to share the tools that lifted me up and guided me forward with you. On this podcast, I interview experts in various fields, offering inspiring stories, practical advice, and insights on transforming adversity into valuable opportunities. Whether you’re striving to overcome challenges, enhance relationships, or simply seek more meaning and purpose in your life, this show will equip you with a rich treasure of tools and strategies to attain your goals while tapping into your inner wisdom. You’ll uncover the secrets to manifesting abundant health, wealth, and happiness in your daily life. If this resonates with you, please consider rating, reviewing, and subscribing. Remember, the power to change your thoughts lies within you. A bit more about me: I’m the founder of Grow 2 B U, LLC, with a mission to guide individuals on their journey of self-discovery, personal and professional growth, and conscious leadership. My unique ability to tune into your truth enables me to identify the obstacles hindering your dream life. I’m not only a professional singer and energy healer but also a mystic intuitive and a former program director for an award-winning technology business incubator. # manifesting #meditation #lawofattraction #entrepreneurship #mindfulness #businessgrowth #happiness #wealth #yoga #intuition #shamanism #buddhism #creativity #thinkandgrowrich
Episodes
Business Consultant's Journey to Success
Megan Camille, an intuitive business consultant, joined Alana on the Creating Abundance Podcast to discuss her journey from trauma to success. Megan shared how she built a seven-figure business while working part-time hours after overcoming personal challenges, including single motherhood and rebuilding from financial hardship. She explained her approach of making business decisions intuitiv...
Stephanie's Coaching Reputation Story
Stephanie explained how she earned the nickname "secret weapon" while working as a coach from 2007 to 2021, particularly during the last six and a half years when she helped high-profile clients at major companies like Google and Facebook. She described how these successful clients referred others to her, leading to her reputation as an effective coach who could help people overcome obstacles a...
Artistic Journey and Psychic Insights
Helen shared her artistic journey, explaining how her father's influence led her to develop a colorful painting style inspired by meditation visions and third-eye experiences. She described her 2018 Kundalini awakening as a transformative event that enhanced her ability to perceive auras and spirit guides, leading her to incorporate sacred geometry and crystal grids into her artwork. Helen emph...
Caroline shares her powerful personal journey from a high-performing career in the tech world—one that left her physically, mentally, and energetically depleted—to a path of profound healing and purpose. After years of struggling with chronic inflammation, gut issues, fatigue, sleep disruption, and adrenal burnout, she experienced a turning point through the use of plant-based minerals. What began as personal healing qu...
In This Episode
- A grounding meditation to release fear-based stress
- Techniques to reconnect with your breath and body awareness
- How to cultivate inner peace during challenging or uncertain times
- Aligning the mind, heart, and gut for wiser decision-making
- Listening to physical sensations as guidance from your inner wisdom
- Visualizing calm and clarit...
Eating Disorders and Personal Experience
Dr. Cristina Castagnini discussed her background and expertise in treating eating disorders and working with couples. She explained how her personal experience with an eating disorder has informed her clinical practice, emphasizing the importance of understanding the "ed voice" and the nuanced language associated with eating disorders. Alana and Dr. Cristina also touched on the paral...
Overcoming Limiting Business Beliefs
Shelly discussed her book "Hitting the Wall: Eliminate the beliefs that sabotage your business and your life," which she co-wrote with a serial entrepreneur after being approached at a conference.
She explained that the book is aimed at entrepreneurs and addresses limiting beliefs that hinder success, drawing from her personal journey of running a business after the death of her husband.&nbs...
Alana welcomed Megan Duncan, a positive behavior guide and founder of Connected Kids Thrive, to discuss her work supporting nature-based schools and families. Megan shared her passion for helping children thrive by focusing on connection, nervous system awareness, and compassionate boundaries. She highlighted concerning statistics about preschool suspensions and the high number of directives children receive daily, emphasizing the ...
✨ In this episode, you’ll hear:
- Eva’s journey through the nonprofit world and her calling to conscious service with Humanity’s Team
- Reflections on personal transformation following her experience with long COVID—and the power of pausing, surrendering, and realigning with purpose
- How conscious leadership begins with inner work, emotional awareness, and reframing challenges as opp...
✨ What you’ll hear in this episode:
- Susan’s powerful healing journey, including how chronic pain and trigeminal neuralgia led her beyond conventional medicine into holistic and energetic healing
- Reflections from her annual meditation retreats in India and how stillness, nature, and devotion continue to shape her work
- A soulful exploration of the Tao Te Ching and the lived experience of non-...
Mastermind Journey from Crisis to Success
Jay shared his journey from starting a successful 7-figure business to losing everything during the 2008 financial crisis, ending up in a basement. Despite the humiliation and shame, he credits a mastermind group with supporting him through that difficult period, ultimately helping him rebuild his life and business. This experience led him to become a mastermind facilitator, as he b...
In this episode we explore:
- How AI can analyze content and spark new ideas
- Jane’s transition from explosives engineering to multi-award-winning property investor and mindset coach
- The “God mode” approach to self-creation and aligned decision-making
- The role of AI in both spiritual and personal development
- Inspiring stories of clients overcoming obstacles and seizing bold opportunities
Tune in for a powerful ble...
The discussion centered on the profound impact of storytelling and familial connections on personal development, as shared by Evelyn C. Rysdyk and Alana Cahoon. Rysdyk reflected on her upbringing, emphasizing how the narratives from supportive elders enriched her emotional landscape despite financial limitations. Both speakers acknowledged that not everyone has access to such familial support, but they encouraged individuals to see...
From calming meditation to indulgent spa days, from Reiki energy healing to blissful baths with essential oils, she shares simple yet powerful ways to reduce stress, relax deeply, and rejuvenate your mind, body, and spirit.
You’ll also discover everyday skincare essentials—like daily moisturizing, SPF protection, and mindful routines—that keep you glowing year-round.
Alana closes with a heartfelt reminde...
Embracing Movement for Well-Being
Alana discussed the importance of regular physical movement for overall health and well-being, emphasizing the benefits of exercise, especially walking in nature, for clearing the mind and releasing endorphins. She encouraged listeners to overcome self-imposed limitations and suggested exploring activities like yoga, dance, or joining a gym to maintain physical fitness. Alana shared her personal jou...
Benefits of Clean Eating Habits
Welcome to Step 2 of Your Ultimate Body Care Checklist where Alana shares the importance of nourishing the body with wholesome, fresh foods and clean eating habits. She recommends starting the day with fruits, grains, and vegetables, emphasizing the benefits of natural foods over processed ones.
Our host suggests trying an elimination diet to identify food sensitivities, particularly with dairy p...
Welcome to Step 1 of Your Ultimate Body Care Checklist! In Hydrate to Elevate, we’re diving into the simple yet powerful habit of staying hydrated — the essential first step to nourishing, protecting, and loving your body every day.
Alana breaks down:
💧 Why hydration is the foundation for digestion, toxin removal, and vibrant health
💧 Practical ways to drink more water, from carrying a reusable bottle to setting ...
Ready to upgrade your self-care routine? In this episode of Creating Abundance - The Ultimate Body Care Checklist, we break down seven practical habits to help you nourish, protect, and love your body every single day.
You’ll learn:
✅ How to stay hydrated all day and make drinking water effortless
✅ Ways to prioritize fresh, nutritious meals and ditch the fast-food trap
✅ Easy ideas for adding regular movement, like w...
Popular Podcasts
Hey Jonas! The official Jonas Brothers podcast. Hosted by Kevin, Joe, and Nick Jonas. It’s the Jonas Brothers you know... musicians, actors, and well, yes, brothers. Now, they’re sharing another side of themselves in the playful, intimate, and irreverent way only they can. Spend time with the Jonas Brothers here and stay a little bit longer for deep conversations like never before.
Current and classic episodes, featuring compelling true-crime mysteries, powerful documentaries and in-depth investigations. Follow now to get the latest episodes of Dateline NBC completely free, or subscribe to Dateline Premium for ad-free listening and exclusive bonus content: DatelinePremium.com
Betrayal Weekly is back for a new season. Every Thursday, Betrayal Weekly shares first-hand accounts of broken trust, shocking deceptions, and the trail of destruction they leave behind. Hosted by Andrea Gunning, this weekly ongoing series digs into real-life stories of betrayal and the aftermath. From stories of double lives to dark discoveries, these are cautionary tales and accounts of resilience against all odds. From the producers of the critically acclaimed Betrayal series, Betrayal Weekly drops new episodes every Thursday. If you would like to share your story, you can reach out to the Betrayal Team by emailing them at betrayalpod@gmail.com and follow us on Instagram at @betrayalpod and @glasspodcasts. Please join our Substack for additional exclusive content, curated book recommendations, and community discussions. Sign up FREE by clicking this link Beyond Betrayal Substack. Join our community dedicated to truth, resilience, and healing. Your voice matters! Be a part of our Betrayal journey on Substack.
Listen to 'The Bobby Bones Show' by downloading the daily full replay.
Does hearing about a true crime case always leave you scouring the internet for the truth behind the story? Dive into your next mystery with Crime Junkie. Every Monday, join your host Ashley Flowers as she unravels all the details of infamous and underreported true crime cases with her best friend Brit Prawat. From cold cases to missing persons and heroes in our community who seek justice, Crime Junkie is your destination for theories and stories you won’t hear anywhere else. Whether you're a seasoned true crime enthusiast or new to the genre, you'll find yourself on the edge of your seat awaiting a new episode every Monday. If you can never get enough true crime... Congratulations, you’ve found your people. Follow to join a community of Crime Junkies! Crime Junkie is presented by Audiochuck Media Company.