Join Mads for a special interview with Gretchen Sisson Ph.D., who recently released “Relinquished: The Politics of Adoption and Privilege of American Motherhood,” to uncover the often-overlooked stories of mothers who relinquish their children for adoption.
Throughout the process of writing Relinquished, Gretchen learned how factors like poverty, lack of support, inadequate counseling, and limited access to resources and information force women to make choices they never imagined. She also reveals startling facts about the lack of federal regulation and the role of market forces.
As an adoptive mom, Mads believes these conversations are critical for change, so don’t miss out on this important discussion.
In this episode you’ll discover:
- How to understand adoption from a birth parent's perspective.
- The broad definition of motherhood, and how birth mothers continue to mother their children in unseen ways, even after relinquishment.
- Emotional and financial struggles mothers face and how adoption can often come from a place of limited choice.
1:52 - Defining Motherhood
6:17 - The Emotional Impact of Adoption
10:27 - Statistics, Data and Private Adoption System
13:53 - Barriers to Parenting and Examples of Relinquishment
23:17 - Ethics in the Adoption Industry
28:02 - Unlicensed Adoption Facilitators, Legal Ambiguity and Revocation Rights
40:51 - Vision for a Healthier Adoption System and Practices
Connect with Gretchen:
Website: https://www.gretchensisson.com/
Book Website: https://www.relinquishedbook.com/
Substack: https://gretchen.substack.com/
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What’s more valuable - creativity or productivity? Spoiler alert: it’s a trick question.
To understand why these two practices are better together, we brought on social innovation artist, and creator of Rest to Harvest, Moulsari Jain. In this interview, she helps us get in sync with our natural cycles, embrace every stage, and find peace after we hit the pause button.
Moulsari challenges the notion of isolated creativity, comparing it to demanding a plant to uproot itself, which is impossible. Trust us, we’ve tried. Instead, she encourages us to celebrate ideas and possibilities without rigid control.
What you'll learn from this episode:
- Tap into your innate creativity by embracing the Rest to Harvest approach.
- Honor your natural cycle.
- Recognize the importance of building relationships and community connections.
- Balance masculine and feminine energies.
- Change your perspective on productivity by learning the value of simply being instead of constantly striving for tangible results.
01:30 - Origin of "Rest to Harvest" concept.
06:15 - Embracing the power of doing nothing.
14:00 - Understanding women's natural cycles.
26:57 - Balancing masculine and feminine energies.
35:30 - Adapting to technological change.
42:33 - The power of community in Rest to Harvest.
46:19 - Embracing vulnerability for growth.
Check out her TEDx talk: Rest to Harvest - Redesigning work along the cycles of life | Moulsari Jain | TEDxBreda
Connect with Moulsari Jain
LinkedIn: Moulsari Jain
Facebook: Moulsari : B-A-D for GOOD
Instagram: @moulsari
Website: https://moulsari.com/
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Welcome back to Part 2 as we continue our enlightening conversation with Dr. Nikki Pensak. In this bonus episode, she shares her journey of writing her new book, ‘Rattled’ and how she decided to blend personal anecdotes with professional expertise to create a digestible guide for mothers. Personally, we can’t wait to add this to our reading list.
1:18 - The writing process of “Rattled”
3:32 - Addressing the idea that it's never too late to seek help
4:45 - Importance of not projecting personal experiences onto children
5:30 - A tool for working motherhood: being present with children
8:14 - Details on the release of "Rattled" and pre ordering information
8:55 - Closing remarks
Connect with Dr. Nikki Pensak:
LinkedIn: Nicole Amoyal Pensak PHD
Instagram: @drnikkipensak
Website: https://www.drnicoleamoyalpensak.com/
Preorder RATTLED here, available April 30, 2024.
Attend her virtual live book launch event with Eve Rodsky on May 8, 2024 @11am EST
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Postpartum can be a complex time in motherhood, as it is often linked with feelings of depression, anxiety, or similar challenges.
Today, we're privileged to bring back trained clinical psychologist, Dr. Nikki Pensak, to talk about postpartum mental health, and her new book, RATTLED, which dives into how to manage and calm new mom anxiety.
Rather than viewing this developmental phase through a lens of struggle, Dr. Nikki helps us see it as a time ripe with potential. She explains how our brains change during this time, why our feelings might not match up, and why it's so important to take care of ourselves and get professional help when we need it.
For a deeper dive into Dr. Nikki’s book, RATTLED, and her favorite working mom tool, stay tuned for our bonus Part 2 episode coming next week.
What you’ll get out of this episode:
- A better understanding of matrescence, the rapid transformation that causes a mismatch between physiological and psychological adjustments.
- The psychological challenges of becoming a mother, including postpartum OCD and anxiety.
- How high-functioning mothers often mask their struggles, facing perfectionism and unrealistic expectations.
- Why mindful practices and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) are effective tools.
- How to manage ‘mom guilt’ when it pops up during much-needed downtime.
0:48 - Understanding matrescence.
4:51 - Challenges in recognizing postpartum mental health needs.
15:28 - The experience of high-functioning mothers.
28:26 - Addressing mom guilt and the importance of leaning into downtime.
32:48 - Understanding intrusive thoughts and anxiety in new parents.
46:42 - Practical ways to support parental leave and mental health.
52:52 - Embracing neuroplasticity and growth during motherhood.
Connect with Dr. Nikki Pensak:
LinkedIn: Nicole Amoyal Pensak PHD
Instagram: @drnikkipensak
Website: https://www.drnicoleamoyalpensak.com/
Preorder RATTLED here, available April 30, 2024.
Attend her virtual live book launch event with Eve Rodsky on May 8, 2024 @11am EST
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Having trouble keeping up with the group chat? We’re all guilty of it. When life gets busy, friendships often take a back seat. But in reality, these connections are critical to our well-being, especially as working moms.
To help us understand the science behind social connections, we brought back one of our favorite guests, Dr. Miriam Kirmayer, clinical psychologist and friendship expert.
Together, we discover how to open ourselves up to finding, broadening, or deepening friendships, all while staying vulnerable and authentic. We also discuss tricky dynamics, from friendship breakups to natural ups and downs.
What you’ll get out of this episode:
- Strategies for expanding and deepening existing friendships.
- How to tune into your authentic motivations for building new friendships and learn practical steps for initiating connections.
- Understand when to address negative dynamics in friendships and how to navigate them with compassion and honesty.
- Ways to sustain friendships beyond the shared context of children, fostering deeper connections based on mutual interests and shared experiences.
- Tangible steps to rekindle friendships after periods of absence or busy seasons.
0:00 - Introduction
1:03 - Discussion on the importance of friendships for emotional and physical well-being.
4:17 - Tips for making friends authentically.
8:45 - The power of expressing a desire for friendship directly and authentically.
13:04 - Strategies for deepening existing friendships without emotionally dumping.
15:18 - Broadening and deepening existing friendships.
19:09 - Understanding and communicating boundaries in friendships.
20:33 - Recognizing when a friendship is negatively impacting your energy.
28:19 - Maintaining friendships beyond the connection through children.
30:56 - Empowering adult friendships and strategies for bridging gaps in communication during busy periods.
38:38 - Reconnecting with old friends.
42:04 - Bold acts of friendship.
45:43 - Embracing changing friendships.
48:59 - Guiding children in friendship choices.
55:31 - Course announcement: "Confidently Connected"
Connect with Dr. Miriam Kirmayer:
Linkedin: Dr. Miriam Kirmayer
Instagram: @miriamkirmayer
Website: https://miriamkirmayer.com
Sign Up For Miriam’s Friendship Course: Confidently Connected
Book Miriam to Speak: Keynote Speaking
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We’re continuing to explore the ever-present elephant in the room of motherhood: “The Invisible Load.” It's all those behind-the-scenes tasks that keep our lives running smoothly, from meal prep to managing schedules.
Could the solution be found in AI? Avni Patel Thompson, founder and CEO of Milo, says yes.
In our episode, she explores the concept of the ‘modern village’ we must create and sustain to support working parents. Tune in to find out how her team at Milo is reducing and redistributing the unseen work.
In this episode, you'll discover the following:
- Avni's journey from corporate roles to entrepreneurship, which was driven by her own experiences as a working parent, highlighting the need for better support systems.
- The concept of the "invisible load," which refers to the unseen mental and logistical work involved in parenting, from managing schedules to coordinating childcare.
- How technology plays a crucial role in addressing the invisible load by making tasks more manageable and collaborative.
- The challenges of trust in AI and emphasizes the need for transparency and accountability in tech companies.
0:00 - Introduction
1:09 - Avni's background and journey as an entrepreneur.
6:15 - Concept of the modern village
10:31 - How technology is turning parenting burdens into joy
13:15 - The importance of measurement in solving the invisible load
16:45 - Addressing the challenge of defining and solving the invisible load
23:24 - The emotional impact and real challenges faced by working parents
25:30 - Recognizing, reducing, and redistributing the invisible load
28:10 - How AI could be the solution for modern parenthood.
34:42 - Origin of the name "Milo", it’s current status in beta testing and how to access it
42:06 - The potential integration of Milo with other apps/services.
47:47 - The importance of teaching care skills to both genders.
50:21 - Thoughts on trusting AI and digital products.
55:33 - The mindset shift of recognizing the need for help in working motherhood.
Explore Milo!
Open Beta: joinmilo.com
Instagram: @join_milo
LinkedIn: Milo
In March 2024, Avni is inviting 1000 families to test Milo. Get started here: https://lnkd.in/gtrUPdED
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Between pick-ups, drop-offs, activities and calendar conflicts, staying organized can feel impossible. But there is hope. One solution is Maple, an app designed to keep all the chaos in one space. Today, we’re joined by the founder, Michael Perry.
Michael is a serial entrepreneur in the tech industry and a champion for parental equality. Together, we discuss the ongoing mental load of managing schedules, and how Maple aims to simplify parenting by organizing various aspects of family life, from meal planning to household chores.
In this episode, you'll discover the following:
- Michael’s personal journey towards advocating for gender equity, sparked by his experiences as a husband and father, shedding light on societal expectations and biases.
- Maple's mission to ease the mental load on parents.
- The importance of partnership and equity in relationships, aiming for a 50/50 split in responsibilities to foster harmony and mutual support.
- How we can shift societal norms and expectations around household responsibilities, striving for true partnership and equity in all relationships.
01:26 Michael's journey towards gender equity
06:40 Challenges of securing funding as a male founder in the household equity space
08:07 Friction and support from the venture community
12:44 Introduction to Maple and its mission
15:17 Incorporating children into Maple's platform
17:28 Importance of relieving the mental load for moms
24:39 Michael explains the focus on 50/50 partnership
25:00 Defining partnership in different households
29:35 Maple's broader vision as a generational company.
32:35 Reflecting on societal norms and gender roles in household dynamics.
42:32 The importance of teamwork and viewing relationships as partnerships.
47:22 Michael defines modern fatherhood and masculinity.
49:30 Discussion on the lack of strong male role models in today's society.
53:59 Exploring the impact of positive role models on family dynamics.
54:24 Michael shares his favorite life hack for being present with family.
More on Maple:
Download the app: Grow Maple, use code WMH30 for a 30-day subscription to Maple Plus.
Check out their Website: Grow Maple
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Instagram: @GrowMaple
LinkedIn: Grow Maple
X: @GrowMaple
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During tough moments, sometimes the best thing you can do is hold space.
Dr. Charuta Furey has spent her entire career doing just that. As a trailblazing resident neurosurgeon at the Barrow Neurological Institute in Phoenix, Arizona, she leads patients and families through their darkest times with empathy and understanding.
Throughout this discussion, she shares how she follows her clinical intuition, which has helped her navigate the challenges of balancing a demanding career with motherhood.
In this episode, you'll discover the following:
- Dr. Furey's personal story of what drew her to neurosurgery and how her mother's battle with brain cancer shaped her career.
- The significance of empathy in patient care and how Dr. Furey navigates tough conversations with patients and their families.
- Strategies for balancing a demanding career with family life, including Dr. Furey's tips on being present and mindful in both roles.
- Dr. Furey's advice for patients recovering from surgery, particularly the importance of pre-surgery preparation.
- How cultivating gratitude and self-compassion helps Dr Furey remain grounded.
Timestamps:
0:00 - 1:26: Introduction
1:28 - 9:08: Journey to Neurosurgery and Empathy
9:09 - 13:15: Navigating Tough Conversations
13:16 - 17:43: Navigating the Demands of Career and Motherhood
17:53 - 21:04: Pre-surgery Preparation
21:05 - 24:35: Handling Neurosurgery Challenges
25:40 - 34:49: Navigating Patient Care and Patient Empowerment
36:23 - 40:47: Support Systems
40:48 - 41:57: Describing Work to Children
42:08 - 43:59: Navigating Patient Recovery
44:41 - 43:24: Cultivating Gratitude and Self-Compassion
43:29 - 45:55: Conclusion
Connect with Dr Charuta Furey:
X: charutafurey
Learn more about the Ivy Brain Tumor Center at Barrow Neurological Institute:
Visit website: https://www.barrowneuro.org/
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What stories do you tell yourself that influences your decisions, or defines your personal success in your career or life as working mom?
Initially driven by collecting "shiny gold stars" in her tech and business career, Jess Galica had a career crisis, realizing the conventional path didn't lead to personal fulfillment. Motherhood and a desire for authenticity prompted a paradigmatic shift, inspiring her book "Leap: Let Go to Get Ahead."
Remember, it's not about doing it all, but rather doing what truly matters and aligns with your values. Tune in for a great discussion on how to forge your career path, on your terms.
Would love to connect with Jess? We gotcha:
LinkedIn: jessgalica
Instagram: jessgalica
X: jessgalica
Grab a copy of her book:
Leap: Why It's Time to Let Go to Get Ahead in Your Career
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Getting to know yourself means getting to know your nervous system too. Join us as we explore the intricate relationship between physical tension, emotional regulation, and the daily stressors we face as working moms with life coach, Stephanie Rosenfield.
Between personal experiences and expert strategies, Stephanie points out the crucial aspects of the nervous system, highlighting the sympathetic and parasympathetic branches and their role in handling stress. Trust, it makes sense when you listen!
We also explore co-regulation in parent-child relationships, and the significance of self-care through even the toughest moments. And to get grounded, we walk through a fun orienting technique that you can implement anywhere.
Enjoy the calm vibes ahead!
KEY POINTS
9:54 Mind-Body Disconnect
14:05 Parenting Frustrations
25:17 Morning Routines
35:50 Self-Reflection
53:11 Role Modeling
LINKS MENTIONED
Stephanie Rosenfield’s website: https://stephaniercoaching.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephanie-rosenfield-81b5159/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Stephanie.Rosenfield
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/StephanieRCoaching
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Anxiety can feel debilitating, but there are ways to address it. To explore the complexities of managing mental health in motherhood, we chat with Dr. Lauren Cook, a psychologist, speaker, and author of “Generation Anxiety.”
Throughout this conversation, Dr. Lauren sheds light on her personal struggles with a phobia and teaches us how to calmly approach our daily anxieties, and give ourselves grace.
As a creator herself on TikTok, we discuss the platform's pros and cons when it comes to mental health treatment. Hint: Don't use it to diagnose yourself. (By the way, her content is awesome.)
Listen for valuable insight on how to live with anxiety, not run away from it. Now put in your headphones and breathe in, breathe out.
HERE ARE SOME KEY POINTS IN THIS EPISODE:
25:17 Overcoming Emetophobia
35:23 Coping with Anxiety
36:19 Empowerment and Positive Thinking
38:41 Supporting Anxiety
LINKS MENTIONED:
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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drlaurencook/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.laurencook/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr.laurencook
Website: https://www.drlaurencook.com/
Dr. Lauren’s long-awaited book is finally here! Order Generation Anxiety here: https://www.drlaurencook.com/generation-anxiety
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Parenting in the digital age presents unique challenges. With screens now available in every corner of our lives, how can we build healthy offline and online habits for our kids, and us too?
We are joined by Meredith DePaolo, co-founder of Carrots & Cake, who shares her expertise on how we can gain back control, and make screen time more meaningful with a mindful approach. Together, we get honest about the addictive qualities of screens, the impact of social media, and the importance of engaging with technology in a way that educates as much as it entertains. Join us!
KEY POINTS IN THIS EPISODE:
04:09 Balancing devices and child development.
20:02 Importance of free play time.
30:03 Discuss the importance of device breaks.
LINKS MENTIONED:
You can connect with Meredith DePaolo through various platforms.
Find her on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/meredith-depaolo/ for professional updates and insights.
Explore her work and resources on her website. https://carrotsandcake.com/
For more information about Carrots&Cake, visit their LinkedIn page. https://www.linkedin.com/company/carrotsandcake/
Connect with Meredith on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100065133874950
and Instagram https://www.instagram.com/carrotsandcake_official/ for a closer look at her journey and updates.
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Let's learn how to shake up the status quo. Charlene Li, an influential transformational leadership expert and New York Times bestselling author, teaches us the art of disruption based on her background helping top companies, like Adobe and Southwest, navigate through complex shifts.
From her personal journey of forgoing medical school to pursue a career in disruptive leadership to the audacious changes she's helped leaders implement, Charlene's story is nothing short of inspiring. In this episode, she stresses the importance of failure as a learning curve, the power of astute listening, and the wisdom of seeking advice from seasoned individuals when making critical decisions.
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Subscribe to Charlene's newsletter at charleneli.beehiiv.com
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Ever feel caught in the crossfire between maintaining your health, career, and life at home? Not to mention pursuing a social life, maintaining sleep, and everything else. We're with you.
Tune in as we welcome Dr. Andrea Feigl, Founder and CEO of the Health Finance Institute, for a candid discussion on all of the above. We've all heard of the idea of 'having it all' and 'leaning in', but it's perfectly okay not to want it all at every given point in time.
One example of this? Dr. Feigl shares her emotional, relatable experience of two high-achieving parents working in public health under the same roof during the height of the COVID-19. We also talk about how to cultivate a sense of inner calm, and why social connections could be the answer to finding pockets of peace.
Join us!
Show Notes:
Visit the Health Finance Institute
Follow Dr. Andrea Feigl on LinkedIn
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Imagine a world where personal finance is not perplexing, but a superpower.
This is precisely the world that Shinobu Hindert, a certified financial planner and author, invites us to step into. In this episode, she shares her journey with money, from her early experiences as a first-generation American to her insights gathered as a professional in the finance industry.
We also chat about her book that you'll want to get your highlighter out for, 'Investing is Your Superpower."In this episode, we unpack the baggage and imposter syndrome we carry, especially when learning something new, like personal finance. Shinobu also offers advice on navigating the financial field as a working mom and how we can help our children understand money and build a healthy cycle of awareness. Join us!
Show Notes:
Explore Empowered Planning here.
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With federal funds expiring, the childcare crisis is top of mind for us, so we are lucky to have an expert guide us through this moment.
Priya Krishnan, Chief Digital and Transformation Officer at Bright Horizons, joins us for an eye-opening conversation on the challenges of balancing child care and the crucial role employers play in supporting working parents.
Prior to this role, she founded KLAY, which has grown to become India’s largest high-quality childcare organization.
As she says, “To help combat this crisis, we believe employers need to become – and continue to be – a source of financial support for working parents’ child care requirements. The most tragic outcome will be the reversal of the women workforce participation we have seen increase over the years.”
Join us for an important conversation on how we can lean on each other, and advocate for better solutions.
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Shownotes:
Bright Horizons homepage here.
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What does it take to juggle the demands of being a mother in the entertainment industry while dealing with postpartum anxiety? Rachel Platten, singer-songwriter of the hit single, “Fight Song” joins us to share her perspective.
Her note to her fans on Spotify says it best, “Emotions are just waves, and I am the entire ocean.”
In our Season 3 kickoff episode, Rachel gives us the behind-the-scenes inspiration behind her touching song, “Girls” and unravels her personal experiences as a mom, including a moment where her daughter reacted emotionally to her live performance.
Together, we uncover profound lessons on trust, embracing disappointment, and the significance of female support in healing. Rachel's stories are a mirror to the challenges each one of us faces and the resilience we find within ourselves. Join us for this conversation, filled with real talk, important lessons and big laughs.
Listen to the end of the episode to hear a snippet from “Girls.” Warning, it cuts deeeeeep in the most stunning way!
Show Note Links:
Follow Rachel on Instagram: @rachelplatten
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Listen to 'Girls' here.
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Decision fatigue is real. Especially when you’re standing in front of your closet about to give up and grab your favorite sweats.
Instead of listening to the latest trends, why not listen to your gut? In our interview with intuitive style guru, Susan Padron, we discuss how to ignore outdated rules and find clothes that fit our confidence.
For tangible and timeless style tips, tune in!
Show Notes:
Follow Susan on Instagram: @susanpadron_stylistRead her book: https://susanpadronstylist.com/
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Would you let your 18-year old self pick out your jeans? No thank you.
So why do we let our past expectations define what success looks like in the present?
On this episode, we welcome career coach Becca Carnahan, who has helped hundreds of mid-career parents land fulfilling jobs without giving up the flexibility they need. Together, we discuss how to gain career clarity, address resume gaps and what we can learn from Rihanna’s iconic Super Bowl performance. Trust us, it relates.
Join us!
Show Notes:
Find Becca at beccacarnahan.com
Get Becca's Free Training at beccacarnahan.com/freetraining
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Whether you love or loathe it, AI is here to stay. So let's use it responsibly.
To teach us how, we brought back in one of our favorite experts, Dr. Kristine Gloria, Head of Data for Blue Fever, a social wellness app for teens who are on a mental health journey.
Together, we define how AI applies to our lives, and how we can use it as a positive force for us, and our kids. Join us!
Show notes:
Blue Fever: https://www.bluefever.com/
Connect with Dr. Kristine on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gloriakt
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If your family had a mission statement, do you know what it would be?If not, listen closely. In this episode, we are joined by lawyer and law professor turned motherhood coach and podcast host of "The Calm Mom," Michelle Grosser to teach us the art of the family mission statement.
Plus, she shows us simple steps to reprioritize our lives so we can renew our energy, reset our mindsets, and be present for the people and things that really matter.Like us, she believes there is a better design for motherhood. And it doesn't include the pressure to do all the things for all the people. Yes to that.
Join us!
Show Notes:
- Head to Michelle's website here: www.michellegrosser.com
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Never underestimate the power of documenting your life experiences.
Today, we speak with Claire Krawsczyn, Creative Consultant & Author of Expectant Entrepreneur: How to Grow a Business and a Baby.
During her second pregnancy, she put pen to paper to detail exactly what she did to prepare to welcome her child, and scale her business. In her book, she dives into trimester-by-trimester guidance on how to make important decisions, lean into your areas of focus and build strategies for sustained growth, personally and professionally.
This is a fun one - join us!
Show notes:
For a free 25-minute Clarity Session for listeners to gain clarity in their business or in their plan for parenthood. Go to https://clairekrawsczyn.as.me/working-mom
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Congrats, you've arrived...in Wonderhell.
Shortly after hitting a big career milestone, Laura Gassner Otting found herself in Wonderhell - AKA the not-so magical land filled with bigger goals that come with uncertainty, self-doubt, anxiety and stress.To navigate this new territory, she wrote her way through it in her new book, "Wonderhell: Why Success Doesn't Feel Like it Should...And What to Do About It."
As an author, catalyst, and executive coach, you’ve seen her sharing her inspirational messages in all the impressive places - Good Morning America, TODAY, Oprah Daily, HBR - and the list goes on.
Join us as we take a trip through Wonderhell together, where we unpack fear mixed with excitement and reclaim our ambition.
Episode Links:
Wonderhell Book
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In this episode, we have a conversation with Outward Bound USA’s newest CEO, Ginger Naylor. By the way, she’s the first female in this role in its 60-year history.
For anyone that doesn't know about #OutwardBound, it's a non-profit that provides outdoor education programs. It's all about facing fears, stepping out of comfort zones and finding confidence through stress. Join us as we explore just that!
More about Outward Bound: http://outwardbound.org
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As working mothers, our time and attention are increasingly limited. We’re always seeking ways to improve our team’s performance, at work and at home. If you’ve ever wished you could clone yourself, renowned leadership consultant and best-selling author, Jackie Insinger, sees you.
In her book, “Spark Brilliance,” Jackie delves into Platinum Leadership, a positive psychology-driven method that focuses on building authentic connections, sparking creativity and optimism, and driving greater results from the people you lead.
In this episode, she shares how to apply this unique framework to your life and work, and how this approach has benefited her personally. With her extensive background in psychology and a master’s degree from Harvard, Jackie has positively impacted thousands of individuals and businesses worldwide.
Listen to learn how to spark brilliance in yourself and those around you.
More on Jackie:
• Find out more about Jackie and her book, Spark Brilliance.
• Follow Jackie on LinkedIn and Instagram.
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Letting Go to Get Ahead
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Emotional Regulation for Stressful Moments
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Anxiety in Motherhood
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Easing Mom Guilt with Smarter Screen Time Habits
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The Power of Disruptive Leadership
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A Candid Conversation on Health, Motherhood and Work
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Facing Your Finances
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Motherhood & Music with Rachel Platten
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The Motherhood Identity Shift
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Navigating AI in Working Motherhood
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The Calm Mom
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