Rise and Rediscover with Rachel Mendonca
Rise and Rediscover is a podcast for moms navigating life's transitions—whether you're facing an empty nest or in the thick of parenting through difficult situations. Join me for mindset shifts, personal growth, and inspiring conversations to help you rediscover yourself and thrive in every chapter.
Episodes
7 episodes
Behind Deanne’s Smile: Bipolar, Suicide, and a Mother’s Will to Survive
In this episode of Rise and Rediscover, I sit down with De’Anne, a courageous mother who opens up about her journey with bipolar depression and the deep impact it’s had on her life and her family — especially her son, Weston. She share...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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53:31
Losing Him to Addiction: Courtney’s Journey Through Grief and Finding Hope
In this powerful episode, I sit down with Courtney, a mother who lost her husband to addiction. She opens up about the heartbreak of watching someone she loved struggle, the pain of his passing, and the overwhelming challenge of navigating life...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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43:00
Finding Your Purpose: Embracing Your Calling and Chasing Your Dreams Today
In this episode of the Rise and Rediscover podcast, I’m sharing my personal journey through motherhood, loss, and the powerful lesson of not waiting to chase my dreams. I’ll talk about the importance of embracing the present, finding y...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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24:05
From Sobriety to Helping Others Heal: A Mission of Hope with Vanessa
In this episode of the Rise and Rediscover podcast, host Rachel Mendonca speaks with sobriety coach Vanessa about her journey through substance abuse and recovery. They discuss the impact of addiction on families, the importance of seeking help...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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34:02
Unfolding Layers: Navigating Mental Health and Parenting Together, A Conversation with Holistic Hypnotherapist Kelley Cabral Mosher
In this episode of the Rise and Rediscover podcast, host Rachel Mendonca engages in a heartfelt conversation with Kelley Cabral-Mosher, a holistic psychotherapist. They discuss the importance of mental health awareness, particularly in children...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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39:02
Episode 2:Heartbreak and Hope: Navigating My Hardest Seasons of Motherhood
In this deeply personal episode, I open up about one of the most challenging chapters of my motherhood journey—navigating my daughter’s struggle with depression and anxiety. I share the raw emotions, sleepless nights, and the hard lessons learn...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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21:48
Raising Four Kids: A Heart-to-Heart with My Mom on Motherhood and Growth
In this episode, I sit down with the woman who knows me best—my mom. We talk about what it was really like raising four kids, from the chaos to the joy, and everything in between. She shares her honest experiences, the challenges she faced, and...
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23:39
