Alisa Keeton Talks Alisa Keeton Talks

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Recently Sophia and I attended a dance class in NYC. It was unlike any other dance fitness class either of us had taken. This one wasn't for the tight of hips - if you know what I mean. As the DJ lights flashed, and the music filled my chest with beats while under the influence of an NYC professional dancer by night and fitness instructor by day, we were putty in her hands. I found myself performing moves I would never have thought to do. Not because I don't like to move, but because these moves I had only seen on TV, or social media feeds of people looking to shock and awe.
Surrounded by women who signed up for the sweat and the shakes, and as an enneagram eight who sees life through the lens of challenge, I don't scare easily.
I was a good student.
She led.
I followed.
And I had a blast.
Sophia had a blast too.
Afterward, at breakfast, basking in one another's sweaty afterglow, I plopped my phone down on the table. I pressed record to document what Sophia, mostly introverted with tendencies towards extroversion, had to say.
The above audio recording is what we get.
Listen to the audio recording to hear what this 51 year- old, Gen-X fitness dinosaur thought of this fitness class with a side of sexiness, as well as what Sophia, my 19-year-old Gen-Z has to say.
She'll make you smile, think, and feel a part of our family.
Leave your words below on body, sexuality, and sexiness.
(Our breakfast tent, in the rain, on Madison Ave and 30th street, in NYC)

Maybe you grew up in a home (like mine) where discussions around sex and sexuality felt scary, dirty, and distorted by sin. Yet, in a world SHOUTING louder and getting bolder on its definition of gender, sex, and sexuality, it's best we ready ourselves with God's grace and truth for our minds, souls, hearts, and bodies.
Shame can't stand in God's presence.
There's nothing He doesn't welcome us to talk about with HIm.
I hope you feel the same way when you come here.
Leave your thoughts below.
Peace.
Mama Keets (Alisa)








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Just got back from icy cold NYC and wanted to pop this update into your feed before the week before Christmas madness kicks off.
I hope you are all making the most of the chaos and are not falling for the lie that things have to be perfect for you to be present. Just practice being present to each and every moment without judgement. Once I learned to do that more in my life I went from one who lived easily frustrated by everyone around me to one who saw a chance to find out what God was up to and partner with Him in His kind of fun.
I started getting mentally healthy on the inside, not just looking the part of healthy on the outside.
If you could this kind of kindness and freedom in your approach to food, one that will put to death diet mentality, once and for all, I invite you to join the Food Is Not The Boss of Me (FINTBOM). This 21-day food freedom and body-esteem program is now enrolling over at Revelation Wellness. We will kick off this training program together, as a community, on January 9th!
And exciting news! If you sign up for FINTBOM and could use some deeper time of coaching with me I have that for you too! My small coaching class is now open! For three 60 minute sessions I will be giving a small class of you the best that I’ve got to go along with the FINTBOM program.
Listen to the above audio for more details or click on these links to enroll in either FINTBOM or my coaching class or both.
PS. I closed out the audio cast teasing you about the next post I have coming your way. You will be hearing from my hilariously wise 19 year old daughter, Sophia. She will share her interesting and insightful views regarding women and sexuality. Yup. From the mouth of my babe you will hear what some in her generation deem as truth. Stay tuned!
Let me know if you have any comments or questions below.
Peace,
Alisa




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Jane said, “It’s been almost a year and I have yet to be consistent with any kind of work out or body movement. As a born again believer of Jesus why does the mental part of me keep pushing away what I need to do?”
My reply to Jane was as follows;
“My gut says because it feels like a chore. Punishment. Not enjoyable. We stick with things we enjoy. Perhaps there is shame and a feeling of obligation attached to it.
Work on loving your body as is. Not moving your body to love it.
If you couldn’t move your body today, or get out of bed, you would probably love more than untying to get out into the fresh air and move your body.
We were meant to move with a sense of wonder and joy attached to it. Not duty.”
Listen to the audio recording to hear more on this topic.
And, this just in! My new creative project just released over on Revelation Wellness. It’s called Food Is Not The Boss Of Me! If you know, you know. And you probably need to learn a new way to know. Come join me over there. We start January 9th, 2023!
His love,
Alisa




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Hey Friends,
This post is a little different than the ones you've received from me so far.
A few weeks back, I saw a theme forming in our little community. People called to speak are battling all kinds of fears. Trust me when I say I get it. My stomach has done more flips and turns than an Olympic gymnast since 1991 when I stepped out of my favorite spot as a student in a step aerobics class, moved to the front, and led a bunch of unsuspecting peers through a very MESSY and BUMPY fitness class.
Public speaking in spandex. How's that for fear?
I didn't realize there were techniques and skills involved I needed to learn. Thank goodness for the woman who ran the rec center at ASU, who saw something in me and pulled me aside to teach me the skills and techniques for me to learn and practice.
Since I am passionate about making healthy disciples who make healthy disciples, I know that public speaking is a part of the deal. With that in mind, this past week's “office hours” (a once-a-week time to meet with me, hang out, ask questions, pray together, and be prayed for), I decided to share my best practices for facing a crowd and using my voice to speak.
I recorded the teaching and am sharing it here for those who wanted to attend but couldn't make it live.
Take a listen if this is a felt need for you.
Share anything below about your feelings or tips and tricks about speaking.
Also, leave any questions below that you would ask a friend. I'm listening. It may be the next thing we discuss next time we come here to meet.

His love,
Alisa



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What's the difference between gossip and processing?
1. Processing is to be done with a person who is committed to leading you towards unity in the Spirit and a bond of peace with others. A person you can process with doesn't need to know what's going on with you to feel connected to you. They love you because you are wonderfully you and want what God wants for you and His people. They know that gossiping isn't that! People you can process with want no part of the gossip game. They are QUICK to walk away when that destructive dragon rears its ugly head.
2. Gossiping occurs when a person needs to know what's going on with you to feel important and connected to you. They sometimes masquerade in the church as prayer intercessors. True intercessors don't need to know what's going on with you to be close to you. They keep their hearts close to God and only want what He wants, and that's always unity and the bond of peace.
Look for people who are quick to walk away or shut down a conversation when it turns towards gossip. They are your processing and prayerful people. And if you haven't seen one of those people, BECOME one. Start today!
How do you know when processing has turned into gossiping? Comment below.
And if you want to hear more about how I’m managing the gossip game listen to the short podcast episode link above.




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