Ever think about how your mood might be linked to your words? Inspired by Rumi, my mom’s birthday 🎉, and a well-timed @ShawnAchor book 📖, this episode dives into the quiet power of praise 🙌—and how forgetting it might dim our inner light ✨

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Mothering Can't Be This Hard

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A tearful SUV saga 🚗💔 turns into a deeper look at why letting go can feel so impossible. From clingy car decisions to parenting text etiquette, this one’s for anyone feeling stuck between who they were and who they’re becoming. Come sit with us in the in-between 💭❤️‍🩹

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💔 She spent years helping people through unthinkable loss — then it happened to her. In this Confessions Conversation, Rachel Joffe shares what she’s learned from both sides of the grief process. 💛 From hospital floors to private practice to LEGO builds, this episode is about what helps, what to do if we got it wrong, and how we get back up. 💫

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🎃 Whether it’s a holiday or just a regular ol’ Sunday, some routines just stop working. This episode explores how one family—and one tired mom—ditched the old Halloween script and found peace in reimagining the day. Quiet reinvention, unexpected joy, and a plug for Planning Church 📝 ⛪

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Ever reached the “end zone” and barely paused to notice? 🏈✨ This one’s a heart check on gratitude, growth, and the quiet wins we often forget to celebrate. A reflective conversation inspired by a college-aged kid, a few past dreams come true, and the subtle art of staying where your feet are.

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🎉 He’s 16! And I’m handing out wisdom instead of party favors. This week, I’m reflecting on Walkmans, awkward beginnings, and why sticking it out (even when it’s awkward) can lead to the best memories. 💿✨ If you’ve ever wanted to bail on a moment too soon—this one’s for you 🎶❤️

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Ever regret a sent email or text? 😅 Let’s chat about those digital moments where our fingers move faster than our filters. This week, I’m sharing my not-so-glamorous history of inbox drama and one simple pause that helps me respond like a grown-up (most days). 💻💬 Join me for a quick laugh, some humble truths, and maybe a reminder to hit “save draft” instead of “send.” 📥❤️

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For our first Confessions Conversations 🎙️ I’m joined by my daughter Tayte to talk about growing up, finding your voice, and turning observations into action. From sticky systems to small acts of advocacy, this is a heart-forward conversation about empathy, maturity, and using your voice when it counts. 💛

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Ever feel like feedback hits a little too hard? 💥 This week, I share a voice message I sent my son about learning to receive critique with grace—and what it’s taught me about maturity, growth, and softening our sharp edges. If you're working on hearing feedback without falling apart, this one's for you. 🎧💛

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Ever find yourself stuck just inches from the finish line? 🏁 In this episode, we talk about that last 1%—and why finishing doesn’t have to be flashy to be enough. Let’s rethink “strong finishes” and find a gentler 🌱 way to call things done.

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