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Are you a mama that often solo parents while your partner works away? Are you struggling to keep it together, and balancing all the things on your own? Do you have a hard time setting boundaries and prioritizing self-care? Do you wonder if more joy, peace, and fulfillment is possible for you in this season of life?
The Solo & So Well podcast is a landing spot for all the mamas out there struggling in their solo parenting roles. If that’s you, I want you to know you are safe, seen, and supported here. This is a judgement-free, real talk, value packed, and encouraging community. You are not alone in this season of hardship, and you will come out the other side, brighter and stronger than ever!
I’m your host Heidi Chirkoff, I know what you need, because I needed it too. It wasn’t that long ago that I was having an extremely hard time in the day-to-day - with two small boys, one on the way, a strained marriage, and loss of identity/purpose. I felt alone, I felt overwhelmed, I felt resentful, I felt like I was failing as a mother, and I felt guilty for feeling the way I felt. At the time, I didn’t know how to get “unstuck”, but I knew I needed to start making some changes, for myself, my kids, and my marriage – and that it was up to me, and only me, to start making them.
In my desperate search for solutions, I found some things that worked, and some that didn’t. And now that I’ve come out on the other side, I want to share everything I’ve learned. Here at Solo & So Well, we focus on you, the Mom. Even though it may not feel like it right now, you are the anchoring presence in your home, you are the glue, the tone setter, the gatekeeper, the one who knows all, and has actual superpowers. Don’t let that pressure you, let it empower you. A better life starts with you! When you start to rise – the whole family will rise with you.
My mission with this podcast is to be a guiding light, that shows other mamas the way to more joy, peace, and fulfillment - TODAY. It’s time to stop living in auto pilot, in struggle and survival mode – and start taking ownership of your life, one that is full of vibrancy and purpose. You were made for more! I know it, and you know it! We are going to shift you from always having life happen to you – to life starting to happen for you.
Big change starts with itty bitty, consistent, daily action.
Every time you press play on this podcast, the weight of it all gets lighter.
So let’s get started!
Solo & So Well - Self-care, Daily Habits, Wellness, Time Management, Solo Parenting, Single Parenting Help, Military Spouse, Find Your Purpose
044 // 3 Reasons Why 'Parenting Support' Might Not Be What You Actually Need Right Now
Hey Mama!
Welcome back to the Solo & So Well podcast with your host, Heidi Chirkoff, Master Life & Wellness Coach for Moms. In today’s episode, we’re diving into a thought-provoking topic: "3 Reasons Why Parenting Support Might Not Actually Be What You Need Right Now."
Parenting is tough, no question about it. But sometimes, the real breakthrough doesn’t come from more parenting tools or strategies. Instead, it comes from focusing on YOU—your well-being, your energy, and your emotional health. In this episode, we’re diving deep into why personal growth and self-care might be the missing piece to creating a calmer, more connected household.
Here’s what we’ll cover:
- It’s Not Your Parenting That Needs Work – You’re likely already a great parent, but often it’s us that needs the care, growth, and attention to show up fully in our parenting roles.
- You May Not Be Able to Apply the Parenting Tools Right Now – If you’re stuck in survival mode, your brain may not even be able to absorb and implement new strategies effectively.
- Parenting Programs Might Be Missing the Most Important Component—YOU – So many parenting programs focus on behavior modification but miss out on addressing you as a whole person.
If you’ve been searching for parenting help but feel like you’re still stuck, this episode offers a fresh perspective on where to focus your energy for real change. Let’s start by taking care of YOU first, and see how much better everything, including your parenting, becomes. Tune in now!
Always wishing you well,
xo
Heidi
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