Be Inspired Mama

This next episode is perfect for you if you’re a woman who feels like you’re juggling a bazillion things and have become completely disconnected from yourself. 

Perhaps that shows up like if you finally get a spare minute to yourself, you don't even know what to do with it.

Or maybe you're so fried that you have no energy to do anything that brings you joy, and so perhaps you're finding yourself just completely sprawled out on the couch or scrolling social media, just completely numb. 

In this episode I'm going to walk you through a very simple exercise that will help you start to understand exactly what it is that you need throughout your day. 

It’s simple, free, and easy to implement. This is going to lay the groundwork to completely change your life and the way that you show up for yourself, and for everyone around you.

Grab your journal, a favorite beverage, and let’s get started!

****************

If you’re not getting my emails, make sure you head over here and sign up! I’ll share goodies you can’t get anywhere else, so you’re missing out if you’re not on the list! 

Here are the items or resources we discussed in this episode:

If you enjoyed this episode, would you please leave a review on whatever platform you use for podcasts? It really helps spread the word and inspire other moms. If you have a moment to spare, those reviews mean the world to me. Thank you!

Follow Dr. Melissa:

Episode webpage: https://beinspiredmama.com/37

What if you had a magical ability to get it all done AND feel great at the end of your day?

The good news is that you can develop this ability! 

If you want to feel more connected and balanced instead of burned out, frustrated, and overwhelmed, here’s the secret…you have to connect with your inner voice. 

I know this can seem a little strange at first, but stay with me here. 

Learning how to do this has been the biggest game changer I've implemented in the last few years. It’s because of this that I consistently feel more calm and balanced at the end of my day. 

So if you want to overcome overwhelm, stress, and worry and feel more balanced, calm, and powerful, then this episode is for you! 

I’ll walk you through a simple exercise to begin to connect with your inner voice. Grab a notebook and pen, your favorite beverage, and let’s get started!

****************

If you’re not getting my emails, make sure you head over here and sign up! I’ll share goodies you can’t get anywhere else, so you’re missing out if you’re not on the list! 

Here are the items or resources we discussed in this episode:

If you enjoyed this episode, would you please leave a review on whatever platform you use for podcasts? It really helps spread the word and inspire other moms. If you have a moment to spare, those reviews mean the world to me. Thank you!

Follow Dr. Melissa:

Episode webpage: https://beinspiredmama.com/36

If you have ever experienced feelings of depression, anxiety, difficulty focusing, lack of motivation…and let's be honest, who of us hasn't experienced these at some point in our lives…this episode is going to be so chock full of resources for you. 

In this episode I got to sit down with Olivia June Williams. Olivia is the co-founder of PYM, the mental hygiene company devoted to making safe, natural, and effective support that replenishes your mental health’s essential nutrients and builds healthy, balanced neurotransmitter function.

In addition to co-founding PYM, she founded and leads the App Store award-winning app, “Hey! VINA”, often referred to as the “Tinder for (girl) friends” that has connected millions of women in 158 countries and is backed by NEA, Greylock, and Match Group.

She's had some pretty dark tragedies that have happened to her family members, one of which is a household name that we all know…one of our favorite, most beloved actors, and how his tragic passing set her and her husband on a trajectory of creating a product to help impact mental health for the better. 

We're going to talk all about neurotransmitters, so you can walk away with a deep understanding of these beautiful chemical messengers that we all have in our brains. We’ll talk about what they do, how we can use them, and what we can do to help them. And I'm so excited for her to share about the products that she and her husband, Zach, created.

It’s one of my favorite products. It's natural, it's clean, and it makes your brain feel so good. I love it. 

And you're going to love this one. 

Enjoy!

NOTE: Use code DRSONNERS to get 15% off your PYM order! 

Connect with Olivia:

Here are the resources we discussed in this episode. 

If you enjoyed this episode, would you please leave a review on whatever platform you use for podcasts? It really helps spread the word and inspire other moms. If you have a moment to spare, those reviews mean the world to me. Thank you!

Episode webpage: https://beinspiredmama.com/35

This episode is for every woman out there who is feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, spread too thin, frustrated, or maybe a little angry.

Annie Yatch and I talk through the importance of maintaining your sense of self during this busy season of life. 

We're going to give you a handful of very easy and simple things you can implement immediately to give yourself emotional deposits throughout your day, bringing a sense of balance and joy to your life. 

Enjoy!

Connect with Annie:

Here are the items or resources we discussed in this episode:

If you enjoyed this episode, would you please leave a review on whatever platform you use for podcasts? It really helps spread the word and inspire other moms. If you have a moment to spare, those reviews mean the world to me. Thank you!
Episode webpage: https://beinspiredmama.com/34

What’s this powerful tool? 

A family meeting! But not just any family meeting will do…a family meeting run THIS way, using master conscious parenting coach Ginny Luther’s approach. And that’s what we’re going to break down in this bonus episode. 

We discuss how you can use THIS style of family meetings as a way to solve family problems, foster connection, and help your kids contribute more to the smooth operation of your family instead of creating more chaos and craziness. 

I'm so excited for you guys to experience and understand just one of the many tools that Ginny uses to coach parents. 

There are some great resource that we've linked to below as well, with all of the steps of the family meeting outlined simply for you.

Join us as we walk through the key steps to use this tool to address ANY problem the family is facing, while also creating more connection, love, and joy for your family. 

Enjoy!

Connect with Ginny:

Resources

If you missed previous episodes with Ginny, you can check them out here:

If you enjoyed this episode, would you please leave a review on whatever platform you use for podcasts? It really helps spread the word and inspire other moms. If you have a moment to spare, those reviews mean the world to me. Thank you!
Episode webpage: https://beinspiredmama.com/33

The cost of control is connection. And what children are always seeking is connection. Children will often try to get your attention (in both positive and negative ways) because they’re desiring to connect with you.

In this enlightening episode we are joined by Ginny Luther, a master instructor in Conscious Discipline. Ginny shares her deeply personal experiences and transformative insights on the profound power of connection in parenting. 

Drawing inspiration from her touching book, "Blue Star Grit," she unpacks the essence of genuine connections with our children, especially when dealing with “difficult” or defiant children. 

Key takeaways from the episode include:

Understanding Connection: The central theme is the inherent need for connection that every child seeks. While many label children as merely "attention-seeking," Ginny clarifies that gaining attention is a stepping stone to achieve connection. Through this connection, children look for comfort, understanding, and the chance to make sense of their world.

Brain Development and Connection: Connection is not just a heartwarming feeling; it is a critical factor in wiring the brain for impulse control, motivation, and self-regulation. By connecting with a child, we facilitate the brain's transition from a reactive state to a more controlled, responsive state.

Empathy and Playfulness: Ginny emphasizes that these two elements are vital in building strong, trustworthy bonds. Whether through empathetic interactions during challenging times or playful moments that strengthen relationships, both play crucial roles in nurturing the parent-child bond.

The Cost of Control: One of the episode's highlights is the understanding that in the pursuit of control, we often lose out on meaningful connections. The genuine essence of parenting lies in seeking connection rather than exerting control.

Join us in this heartwarming journey with Ginny Luther as she underscores the essence and importance of connecting with ourselves, and our kids.  

It serves as a reminder for every parent to be truly present, fostering bonds that go beyond mere attention and delve into the heart of genuine, life-altering connections.

Enjoy!

Connect with Ginny:

Resources:

If you enjoyed this episode, would you please leave a review on whatever platform you use for podcasts? It really helps spread the word and inspire other moms. If you have a moment to spare, those reviews mean the world to me. Thank you!

Episode webpage: https://beinspiredmama.com/32

“In conscious parenting, we're constantly bringing ourselves back into this place where we’re really listening to ourselves and letting parenting be this beautiful experience of knowing ourselves deeper and better. Which in my mind gives us a very clear avenue to know exactly who this child is without my projections (who I expect them to be or need them to be or want them to be).”

In this episode I get to interview Bryana Kappadakunnel. She is a licensed marriage and family therapist, an Infant-Family Early Childhood Mental Health Specialist, a Perinatal Mental Health Specialist-Certified, and a Certified Conscious Parenting Coach via Dr. Shefali’s training program.

This is a must listen for any parents. In this episode we get to talk about what conscious parenting is and what it isn't. So much of this episode is about giving yourself permission as a parent to not get it right 100% of the time. 

She even shares some insight into how often we need to “get it right” in order to still create a secure, loving, lasting connection and bonds with our children (SPOILER ALERT…it's not as often as you think). 

Enjoy!

Connect with Bryana:

Website

Instagram

Facebook

TikTok

If you enjoyed this episode, would you please leave a review on whatever platform you use for podcasts? It really helps spread the word and inspire other moms. If you have a moment to spare, those reviews mean the world to me. Thank you!

Episode webpage: https://beinspiredmama.com/31

“Lymphatics is really like the mirror to the circulatory system. Our blood brings nutrients to every cell in our body, and the lymphatic system takes the waste products away so those cells aren’t bathing in toxic waste. And the problem is, if that doesn't move, if that lymph doesn't take it away, our cells break down faster, we end up with drainage and detox issues, we could develop methylation issues, etc. And because our lymphatic system doesn't have a pump, we have to move it.”

If you have ever wanted to know more about lymph drainage, specifically how to enhance and drain your lymph system at home on your own for free using things like dry brushing, gua sha, and more, this is going to be one of the best episodes you've ever seen. In this episode, I get to interview Dr. Caitlin Czezowski, who is an incredible lymph expert, and you're going to walk away with so many great tools that you can implement today to impact yours and your family's health.

Enjoy!

Connect with Caitlin on Instagram

Interested in her membership? Send her team an email!

If you enjoyed this episode, would you please leave a review on whatever platform you use for podcasts? It really helps spread the word and inspire other moms. If you have a moment to spare, those reviews mean the world to me. Thank you!
Episode webpage: https://beinspiredmama.com/30

“All of our roles are shifting. I think our generation especially is feeling confused because the generation before us was so defined, and we're still trying to find our way. It will take time, presence, and self-reflection to determine what works for our individual family units. As our emotional bandwidth gets stretched, we need to have conversations and make shifts within the relationship when we’re feeling overwhelmed and overworked.”

In this thought-provoking episode, the insightful Dr. Sonya Jensen, a renowned naturopath and hormone expert, and I discuss a myriad of topics centered around how we can best support our guys (both big and small), including their physical, mental, hormonal, relational health. 

We delve into a rich conversation about the complexities of hormonal changes in our men. From the hormonal changes and fluctuations in 3-7 year olds, pre-teens, and teen boys, to the hormonal challenges in adult men. This episode provides insights into understanding these changes and offering the support our men need to thrive. 

We also discuss some challenges and tools for improving the relationship with our partners. 

Dr. Sonya Jensen is a naturopathic physician, author, mother of two, yoga teacher, and podcaster with a mission to change the way people understand their bodies and themselves. She brings her vast knowledge in hormonal health to this episode, providing valuable insights and practical advice on supporting our guys.

Enjoy!

Connect with Dr. Sonya:

Here are the items or resources we discussed in this episode:

If you enjoyed this episode, would you please leave a review on whatever platform you use for podcasts? It really helps spread the word and inspire other moms. If you have a moment to spare, those reviews mean the world to me. Thank you!

Episode webpage: https://beinspiredmama.com/29

Join us as we delve into the intriguing world of coffee enemas with special guest Ashley Taylor, a board-certified nurse turned functional medicine coach and lifestyle strategist.

In this episode we talk all things coffee enema. I’ve been seeing coffee enemas pop up a lot online for people who want to take their health to the next level. 

I was really curious how these worked, what they were for, and honestly, I was really overwhelmed by how to start the process. 

Ashley put me through her course, and I'm now happy to say that coffee enemas are something that I use in my regular routine. I absolutely love the effect that they've had on my health, and I'm so excited for you to learn more.

Among other things, you’ll discover how coffee enemas can help increase glutathione production, a powerful antioxidant and detoxifier. 

Ashley's approachable and humorous style makes this unconventional topic accessible, guiding listeners through the process step-by-step.

Uncover the fascinating effects coffee enemas have on the liver, gallbladder, and the Vagus nerve, and gain insight into Ashley's personal transformation and journey with coffee enemas.

Prepare to be inspired and empowered as Ashley and I share invaluable information and firsthand experiences on the incredible benefits of coffee enemas. 

Enjoy!

Connect with Ashley:

Ashley’s Podcast (High-Maintenance Hippie)

Here are the items or resources we discussed in this episode:

If you enjoyed this episode, would you please leave a review on whatever platform you use for podcasts? It really helps spread the word and inspire other moms. If you have a moment to spare, those reviews mean the world to me. Thank you!

Episode webpage: https://beinspiredmama.com/28