The topic of navigating motherhood is clearly near and dear to me, and this week we continue the conversation about the systems (and lack thereof) that contribute to today’s parenting struggles.
Jessica Grose, author and writer for The New York Times, shares how motherhood has become unsustainable. Yes, there has been significant change in the last 60 years, but we still have a long way to go for mothers to feel seen and heard, and to have better support systems in place for parents to function, much less thrive.
The back-to-school frenzy is in full swing, and as a single working mom, it’s abundantly clear that there’s a lack of infrastructure to help parents like me—or any parents, for that matter. Where’s the village when you need it?
Chelsea Conaboy is a health and science journalist who believes that many stories formerly told about the nature of parenthood are wrong. In today’s clip she shares her findings on maternal instinct, matrescence (or the process of becoming a mother, likened to adolescence), and how to support families. While our societal structures won’t be changed overnight, the more we talk about the reality of parenting in today’s world, the more others might join in the push to improve life for all families.
Stress and anxiety, or constantly being in a state of fight or flight, is all too common these days. But how many of us slow our bodies down enough to deal with it, rather than distract ourselves with constant technology, or even medication?
Author and speaker Max Strom is on a mission to empower us to a more meaningful life by using our breath. He explores why anxiety is on the rise, how grief and disconnection is a big part of our experience, and how creating a practice of intentional breathing could transform our lives.
What if you could redefine power for yourself? What if you could tap into a sense of power you hadn’t realized was already in you?
Author and transformational coach Kemi Nekvapil challenges the traditional definition of power by inviting us to create a new world where we hold space and are seen. She explains why true power actually comes from elevating those around us to make the world better, rather than tearing others down.
Marcus Buckingham is a global researcher and bestselling author focused on unlocking strengths, increasing performance, and pioneering the future of how people work. In today’s conversation, Marcus dives into the importance of discovering your true loves, or what he calls “red threads,” and how those make an impact both at work and at home. As a parent, you know that no two kids are the same, and this conversation will give you the tools to uniquely challenge and love each kiddo just the way they are.
We all experience setbacks—but it’s important to remember that it’s a learning process, and that some of your darkest moments can be a launching pad for greater revelations and things to come.
Today, acclaimed author and speaker Eric Thomas shares how to embrace setbacks, stay in alignment with your values, and challenge yourself to take daily actions toward your goals.
As a parent, you set the tone in your home. You not only lead by example, but the energy you put out is what you’ll get in return. While not every day will be perfect, the good news is that you can make this shift in small ways each day.
Bert Jacobs, one of the brothers behind the Life Is Good t-shirt movement, shares how three simple words can help people focus on the good, unlock imagination, and build a boundless community around courage and compassion.
Today I’m chatting with Rhowena Adolfo Patel, the founder of Healing Mama Co. During her own pregnancy, Rhowena recognized a lack of care in childbirth and postpartum, which led her to find ways to raise the standard of care. She and her team are now on a mission to make childbirth easier for expectant parents around the world.
We live in a ceaseless cycle of constant notifications and information telling us there is more to do and more to be, but this all-consuming routine leaves little room for creativity and imagination. When we slow down, we discover small moments every day wherever we are that should capture our hearts and attention. Today Carl Honore walks us through the tendencies we have when we’re wrapped up in busyness, and conversely, the benefits of slowing down.
Kate Northrup is an entrepreneur, best-selling author, and mama who has built a multimedia digital platform called The Origin Company. She is committed to supporting ambitious women to light up the world without burning themselves out.
After reading her book Do Less, I felt seen and inspired to find a different way to live and thrive that wasn’t controlled by the hustle and grind, and our conversation gives a voice to others as well as practical steps to get there. There actually is a way to DO less, so that you can BE so much more.
As a parent, you have a lot on your plate—and sometimes you end up sacrificing self-care and any small things that bring you joy. But actually, fun is a feeling rather than an activity, and happiness is something you can choose.
Catherine Price is a science journalist and author who is passionate about helping people make positive changes in their lives and have more fun. She explains the three components of fun and why each one is so important to your well-being. So what would it take to rearrange your day to look for the pockets where you could create joy?
Sara Olsher went through a divorce, a major move and career change, and cancer treatment all in her daughter’s first seven years of life. When she found herself frustrated with the lack of resources for cancer patients with young kids, she started creating them herself—and her company Mighty + Bright was born. Sara’s products help parents and kids talk about (and even thrive) through difficult experiences.
In this conversation, she opens up about her own life and how she’s learning to connect with her daughter, ask for help when needed, and break generational habits of parenting. I know you’ll enjoy this conversation with Sara as much as I did.
Sometimes we just need to hear that we’re doing a good job, and that others see goodness inside of us. Yet too often we hold back our words of appreciation for others out of fear, or thinking that our words aren’t important. But we matter to the people around us, and building community is crucial to our well-being.
Today Courtney Ferrell reminds you to show up authentically in community, solely because you’re good enough. She also talks about the three kinds of love, all of which are important to not only live out, but to teach our kids.
As adults, we have things to do—kiddos to raise, jobs to maintain, goals to reach. It can be tough to find time to both fulfill our responsibilities and to take care of ourselves. In the tough moments when it’s hard to get motivated, we need to create good systems of discipline and consistency to keep us on the right track.
In this episode, Jocko Willink explains why discipline equals freedom, and how having a loose schedule that allows for both errors and joy can eliminate decision fatigue.
Jeffery Jay Luhn has been in the art world for 50 years as a professional photographer, author, jazz musician, college professor, and art activist. He has seen firsthand the impact that art can have on our education system, and what happens when kids don’t have access to creative outlets. Our schools may lack the resources needed to give our kids access to art in various forms, but as parents, there are small steps we can take to open up the world of art to our kiddos.
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I sometimes get glimpses of myself in my daughters—in the unceasing questions and narratives of their days, in the wonder in their eyes, in the stomps of frustration and stubbornness—and I wonder what I would do without them to teach me about myself and about life.
Today’s clip with Sarah Kay takes us on a spoken word journey of what she would say to her daughter about the good, the bad, the ugly, and the sweetness of life, and how we should embrace it all. Whether you have girls, boys, both, or neither, it’s a good reminder for all of us.
Author and health/empowerment coach Jenn Cassetta is not only a badass herself, but is on a mission to help people feel strong, safe, and powerful. With a background in martial arts, she teaches skills that are profound for any adult navigating adulthood—especially women. In today’s conversation, we talk about the steps she lays out in her book, why it’s important to stand up for ourselves, and how simple steps are the way forward.
As a parent, it can feel like the world expects you to do all the things, and to do them all perfectly. But the truth is that when you try to do it all, you end up burnt out and overwhelmed.
KC Davis is a therapist, author, speaker, and the voice behind Struggle Care, who believes that we can let go of mom guilt and embrace a more balanced, realistic approach to life. She explains why it’s not your fault that you can’t do it all, and offers practical tips for managing your tasks. After all, treating yourself with compassion instead of judgment may just change your life.
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Of course we know that we are a huge influence on our kids, but it’s always humbling when we see them emulate positive behavior that we have displayed for them. Today’s clip with Eric Thomas explains that we can raise the bar for ourselves and our kiddos by setting standards and breaking generational patterns. He is an acclaimed author, speaker, educator, and pastor who is here to remind us that we have the power to create a new legacy for generations to come.
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