324. The Secret to Emotional Resilience: Transforming Anger Into Growth, featuring Dr. Joe Dispenza

I think it’s fair to say that anger can build up fast for anyone, especially tired and overworked parents. But the truth is that anger isn’t the enemy, but rather a signal of a host of other emotions. The good news is that we can learn to change the way we respond to triggers. In today’s clip, Dr. Joe Dispenza dives into practical ways to pause, recognize what’s going on, and shift our response to create a completely different outcome.

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323. Walk into the Holidays with Confidence and Joy 💛

Spending extended time with family has a way of stirring up deep emotions, especially when we return to environments that may be triggering. But what if we could be brave enough to show up as our true selves, with vulnerability and openness? Join me as we talk about how to stay grounded, and how to be the example of love, kindness, and authenticity we want to see in others.

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321. Nurturing the Power of your Mind, featuring Dr. Alia Crum

In a culture obsessed with success, goals, and independence, it’s no wonder stress and anxiety are so prevalent. But what if we could transform our stress into something that actually benefits us?

Today’s clip with Dr. Alia Crum, a leading expert on mindset and psychology at Stanford, will show us how to reframe stress to fuel our growth, rather than drain us.

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320. Secrets to a Healthier You: Transforming your Family’s Wellness, an Interview with Bethany McDaniel, the Founder of Primally Pure

As parents, we work hard to provide the safest and best products for our kids, from the food they eat to the products we put on their skin—which is why today’s conversation with Bethany McDaniel is so important. As the founder of Primally Pure and a mom of three, she focuses on a holistic approach to life and parenting. We discuss why it matters that we limit the chemicals and dyes our bodies come in contact with, and how to find renewal in small things when we reconnect with the natural world.

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319. A Path to Resilience: Embracing Emotional Agility, featuring Susan David

When life gets messy, all too often we try to avoid the difficult and overwhelming emotions that inevitably pop up. We tend to label our feelings as “good” or “bad,” and we think that we’ll thrive if we can just get rid of the difficult ones.

But what if we’re actually supposed to embrace all the emotions? Susan David explains that emotional agility, rather than simply “good” feelings, is the key to resilience and thriving. If you’re feeling worn out from holding it all together, or numbing out with distractions, food, or alcohol, this episode is for you.

Do you have the courage to embrace your emotions?

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318. Reclaim Your Time: The Art of Being Present and Intentional, featuring Cassie Holmes

With all the things we have to do as parents and as adults, it seems like we never have enough time to stop and enjoy where we are. But the truth is that being fully present and engaged can actually transform how we experience time—when we focus on what we love, it brings joy into those moments and creates a ripple effect on every aspect of our lives.

Cassie Holmes, a professor at UCLA and a leading expert on time and happiness, shares how we can shift from merely managing our time to fully embracing it. How will you make the most of the time you have with your kids while they’re still kids?

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317. Weaving change - creating a cultural and relational revolution, featuring David Brooks

We all go through valleys in life, and during these times it’s easy to feel disconnected and alone. Shame, uncertainty, and grief can lead us to stay silent. But it’s crucial to talk about our experiences—especially as parents, when isolation can hit hard. 

Today's clip features David Brooks, who points out the deep crisis of isolation and fragmentation facing our society. He talks about a range of everyday yet exceptional people he calls Weavers, who lead lives of greater purpose and joy through human connection. Real change begins not with so-called “success,” but with awareness and small meaningful actions starting right in your home. 

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316. Rethinking Education: How AI is Shaping the Future of Learning, featuring Sal Khan

As a parent, you likely have questions and concerns about the role of AI in your kiddos’ education. Regardless of your stance or current use of AI, one thing is sure—your kids need you to understand it in order to guide them in using it wisely, instead of experimenting with it on their own.

Today’s clip with Sal Khan, the founder of Khan Academy, will hopefully ease your mind and actually get you excited about the benefits AI could offer your child in their learning experience. He dives into how AI can revolutionize education by making it more personalized, interactive, and accessible for every student. 

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315. The Path to WELLthy Living, a conversation with Nathalie O’Donald

Today’s guest is Nathalie O’Donald, a remarkable woman whose passion to empower others led her to create the Wellthy Mom blog. She believes that “wellthy” starts within and is reflected in intentional choices that foster well-being in every area of life.

Our conversation covers a lot of ground, from motherhood to entrepreneurship, self-care, and personal growth. She explains that motherhood was never meant to put a period in your life, but rather a comma. Mothers aren’t supposed to be martyrs, but instead examples of how to live a good and fulfilling life. Nathalie’s words remind us that we are called to walk the talk, because our kids will emulate what we do more than what we say.

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314. Speaking with Impact: How to Transform Your Conversations and Build Trust, featuring Kim Scott

The average person speaks about 7,000 words daily—but how much do we think about the full impact our words have on the people around us? In today’s clip, Kim Scott introduces a framework for building strong, authentic relationships, which includes caring personally while challenging directly. By practicing radical candor, you can improve communication with your children, teach them the value of honesty and empathy, and build a foundation of trust and respect within your family.

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313. Wee Wellness Wednesday: Reclaiming Rest and Focus

In our fast-paced world, it can be tricky to slow down and be intentional with our time, especially when it comes to rest. Our culture often equates busyness with success, and so we struggle to prioritize our well-being through rest and mindfulness. But we can find ways to include more rest through small intentional steps—and in doing so, we may find that our focus improves and we can better care for our families and actually find greater success.

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312. The power of radical empathy, a conversation with Bryan Saint-Louis

Bryan Saint-Louis is a speaker and leadership coach who is on a mission to help adults empower today’s youth through radical empathy. Our conversation explores the challenges any adult faces in cultivating meaningful connection with the youth in their life, along with practical strategies for nurturing empathy through everyday actions and conversations. He explains that it’s never too late to create a supportive and understanding environment where children feel seen, heard, and valued. By giving them choices and a voice, we can empower today’s kiddos.

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311. Guiding teenagers toward a brighter future, a conversation with Coach Kevin

Kevin Baker, a certified life coach specializing in empowering teenagers, is on a mission to nurture self-esteem, confidence, and resilience in young minds. With a firm belief that true happiness and success stem from inner strength, he guides teens through the transformative process of self-discovery and growth, starting with their minds. In today’s conversation, we discuss the biggest issues facing teens today, strategies to let go of expectations and frustrations, and some actionable tips to raise confident teens who can navigate life’s challenges.

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310. Wee Wellness Wednesday: Unplugging for a Summer Refresh - Let's Do A Digital Detox

With the shift into summer, it’s important to get back to the basics of creating a wellness routine. Today we’re talking about what a digital detox can do for you, from the reasons behind it to the steps you’ll need to take to make it happen. It might be easier than you think, and the benefits of reconnecting with the world around you can have a lasting impact on you, as well as your kids.

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309. How to Own Being a Boss Mom, a conversation with Dana Malstaff

Dana Malstaff is the founder of Boss Mom and creator of Nurture to Convert. She’s a mom, author, speaker, and podcaster who believes that too many brilliant moms are struggling to grow their businesses while balancing all that is required to be a good mom, partner, and woman. Our conversation covers a lot of ground, including how starting a business forces you to confront your insecurities and limiting beliefs, and how showing up to all of life right now (especially your own pursuits outside of motherhood) can set the stage for your kids to see what it looks like to live a life of growth and meaning.

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308. Why is there a burrito in my pantry?

In the midst of the always chaotic end-of-school season, I decided to share a story about why it matters that we’re intentional with our kids, and some thoughts on how to get there. In today’s solo episode, I dive into some pressing issues, including effective communication, dealing with lying and trust issues, emotional regulation, building resilience, and self-care strategies. And all of this came up for me during a recent incident involving a late night, a brown paper bag, and a burrito. I think you’ll be able to relate.

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307. Creating a strategy for motherhood, dreams, and business, an interview with Heidi Schalk

Heidi Schalk is a business strategy and leadership coach who is also an author, speaker, and the host of The Be S.H.E. Podcast (Be Seen, Be Heard, Be Empowered). Heidi believes each of us has a story and a gift the world needs, and she empowers women to be seen and heard so they can make a lasting impact on others. 

Heidi and I sat down to discuss not only entrepreneurship, but our conversation also dives into personal development tools, the importance of self-care, and how modeling for our kids comes in all shapes and forms.

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Erin Holland
2024 Spring Gift Guide: Unwind & Escape

Spring has sprung, but are you feeling frayed around the edges? This season, ditch the stress and embrace tranquility with our curated selection of unwinding essentials. From mindful escapes to self-care havens, discover gifts that redefine relaxation.

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306. Porcupine Principles - Setting Boundaries for Healthy Relationships, featuring Henry Ammar

We all put up emotional barriers to shield ourselves from getting hurt, but we often miss the delicate balance of healthy space yet true connection with others.

Today’s clip features Henry Ammar, a human behavior expert, entrepreneur, and podcaster. Henry guides us through creating genuine connections and the importance of vulnerability while also establishing healthy boundaries. If we want our kids to learn how to stand up for their needs but also form deep relationships, it starts with us showing them how.

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