Meet Allison Kenny

We caught up with the brilliant and insightful Allison Kenny a few weeks ago and have shared our conversation below.

Hi Allison , so happy to have you on the platform and I think our readers are in for a treat because you’ve got such an interesting story and so much insight and wisdom. So, let’s start with a topic that is relevant to everyone, regardless of industry etc. What do you do for self-care and how has it impacted you?
Self-care wasn’t something I consciously labeled when I first embraced it; it was a practice that evolved naturally without me realizing it. From a very early age, I had a strong sense of the otherworldly, the divine, and faith. I spent countless hours talking to the divine and nature. I didn’t know that there was anything unusual about that, or even beneficial. However, what it was cultivating was the richest form of self-care. Allowing myself to commune with nature and with the rhythms of my own body and mind was in fact meditation, prayer, and communion—a soul-edifying and enriching experience, even though I didn’t fully grasp what I was doing.

This innate practice that I seemed to be born with stayed with me throughout my life. Of course, the trials and tribulations of life have been a part of my journey, as they are for all of us. So, at times, I fell out of sync with these practices or forgot about them, but I’d always find my way back to them.

Then, in my early 30s, I discovered Belly Dance, and it discovered me. This ancient healing practice, rooted in the divine feminine, awakened my own divine feminine energy, helping me become more grounded and cultivated inner peace. It strengthened my connection with the divine. As a teacher of this practice, it brought me to a new level of understanding, awareness, and unity.

Thanks for sharing that. So, before we get any further into our conversation, can you tell our readers a bit about yourself and what you’re working on?
Sure! I am a versatile professional speaker, author, and dancer  committed to revitalizing audiences, leaving them captivated and inspired. My passion is to help others to go “from stuck to soaring!”  especially for those individuals who have  struggled with confidence and or didn’t have the right  tools to achieve their deepest aspirations.

 In order to bring this to the widest audience possible, I created Bellydance Meditation®, a transformative fusion of belly dance, yoga, and Pilates, accredited by the  esteemed Yoga Alliance. With over two decades of experience as a practitioner, teacher, and historian of belly dance,  I  imparts the dance’s sacred context to  my students.

 I’m also a writer within 360 Nation’s renowned publishing division,  and have contributed to the best-selling anthology series “Common Sentience” by Sacred Stories Publishing. I recently self-published a novelette titled “Have You Ever Paid the Ferryman?” It was an incredible experience to craft the story and collaborate with a talented artist for the cover art. I also personally designed the digital artwork within the book, which further enriched the process. The novelette is currently accessible on Amazon Kindle as well as in paperback format. It has earned a showcase spot in 360 Nation’s Best Books and stands as a contender for the Amazon Kindle Short Story prize. You can locate it on Amazon via the following link: https://a.co/d/fs4nfjX 

My goal as a professional speaker is to craft engaging presentations that empower others to shatter self-limiting beliefs and boldly shape their desired lives. My leadership style is marked by results-driven actions, anchored in kindness, accountability, and a vibrant appreciation for life.

You can find more information about me and my professional speaking and writing services at my LinkedIn profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisonbrynkenny. 

There is so much advice out there about all the different skills and qualities folks need to develop in order to succeed in today’s highly competitive environment and often it can feel overwhelming. So, if we had to break it down to just the three that matter most, which three skills or qualities would you focus on?
I would focus on these three powerful qualities that shaped my journey: courage, discernment, and a positive attitude. For those embarking on their growth journey, here’s a fascinating exercise: Before bed, lay one hand on your head and the other on your heart in a serene space. Tune into your head hand. Reflect on a question, like contemplating a dream trip you’ve always longed for. Let your “head voice” take the stage—let it spill fears, worries, and constraints. Give it a nod of appreciation, then let it take a breather.

Next, make way for the “heart voice.” This voice doesn’t know boundaries; it’s free and uninhibited. Listen without judgment as it speaks its desires and dreams. Repeat this for three consecutive nights. Witness the transformation—your mind will be clearer, your direction sharper.

Let the wisdom of your heart lead finding harmony. Summon your courage and discernment, and pursue your desires with gusto. This approach, backed by faith, has been my guiding star, leading to countless fulfilling journeys.

Contact Info:

• Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisonbrynkenny/

Image Credits
Chaylene Hardy Photography DC Dance Photography