Language Alchemy Podcast

Language Alchemy Podcast

Hosted by: Alejandra Siroka

The language you use every day shapes your world and is your bridge to deeply connecting with yourself and others.Through the Language Alchemy Podcast, host Alejandra Siroka, a transformative communication teacher and...

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29. Do you struggle with others not trusting you? You may not sound confident enough!

This is the second part in my 3-part series on the qualities of transformative communication. In episode 28 we discussed communicating with clarity. Now we’re building upon it to discuss: -How to understand when you...
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28. Want less conflict in your relationships?

“Express yourself with clarity, confidence, and compassion.”   This is the tagline for Language Alchemy, and it’s also a recipe for communication success. When you not only commit it to memory, but put it into...
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27. Turning Vulnerability Into Connection: An Inspiring True Story

As Brené Brown once said, “Vulnerability is the birthplace of love, belonging, joy, courage, empathy, and creativity.” But vulnerability may not always come easily – it relies on our ability to be honest with...
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26. What happens when you make and fulfill the intention to learn to communicate from the heart?

It’s easy to describe why and how communication can help you in general terms. But what really paints a picture is hearing firsthand how someone nurtured their communication skills and what they gained from the...
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25. The 6-step process that will help you stay true to your New Year’s intentions

Have you ever made a New Year’s resolution only to see your effort fade as the months pass? Maybe that little voice inside your head talked you out of reaching your goals. (“I don’t have time to run anymore because...
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24. What are your communication intentions for the new year?

Having a New Year’s resolution is a popular ritual, especially one involving a new hobby, habit, or skill. This year, I’m inviting you to go deeper and try something different.   Can you envision yourself setting an...
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23. Communicating with children with grace during the stressful holiday season

How can we communicate to children during the holidays regarding their behavior, gifts they may be receiving, and family rituals can have a lasting effect on their life. Caroline Griswold joins me in this episode...
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22. How to talk about grief

Grief can impact us all during the holiday season. The collective grief we’ve been experiencing during this global pandemic has been unprecedented in our lifetime. And even though we all experience grief or know...
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21. How to show up as the real you with your family

Who are you when you show up to spend time with your family? Are you comfortable sharing your authentic self? In today’s episode, I’m sharing a transformative communication tool that can help you show up with your...
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20. Your true power to handle family dynamics that need to change

During the holiday season, you may be spending more concentrated time with family, than you have in the past 2 years. And even though some things have changed, you may be wondering if your family dynamics would stay...
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19. Going home for the holidays and feeling uneasy? Two ways to work with your feelings

For many people, and perhaps you as well, having a virtual holiday celebration with family members last year was a welcome break. As we head back to in-person gatherings this year, you may notice uncomfortable...
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18. Could Non-violent Communication from Marshall Rosenberg, PhD be useful to you?

Many people ask me for book recommendations or want to know my opinion about popular books on communication. In this episode, I review the book “Nonviolent Communication: A Language of Life” written by one of my dear...
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