Confessions of a Recovering Micromanaging Perfectionist Martyr

A random 4AM thought led me down an unexpected path: what if families had their own version of college school spirit? 🎓 In this episode, I reflect on the culture some universities create—and how that same sense of pride, loyalty, and belonging might show up at home. A lighthearted look at parenting, family memories, and the hope that our kids someday feel proud to be alumni of the place they grew up. ❤️

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For years I ran at full speed keeping life on track for our family. Now that things are quieter, something surprising keeps showing up—guilt when I’m not being productive. 😅 In this episode, I reflect on learning (very slowly) to sit in a moment of peace without immediately jumping up to do laundry. A small conversation about busyness, identity, and giving ourselves permission to just breathe. 🌿

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Sometimes life delivers news that stops everything. In this first Confessions Conversation, I sit down with my friends Christine and Dave to reflect on the moment their world shifted in 2019. What followed was fear, unexpected kindness, quiet strength, and a lot of learning as they found their way forward together. Part I of a heartfelt conversation about partnership, perspective, and the people who show up when life gets hard. ❤️

Links to Christine's inspired work:

Info about c2 and the Community Call

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My eighth and final high school hockey season has ended 🏒❄️ This episode is a small love letter to fierce girls on the ice, welcoming coaches on the bench, and the warm communities that grow in freezing rinks. It’s about pride, gratitude, and not wanting to forget these cherished times. ❤️

Link to Girls Ice Hockey Movies

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Ever notice how guilt can sneak into even the smallest decisions—like spending money on yourself? 💸 In this episode, I share a story about the quiet cost of believing I wasn’t “worth” the investment. From babysitters to yoga retreats, the lesson surprised me: sometimes the most expensive thing isn’t the spending… it’s the guilt we carry. Have a listen 🎙️

Links mentioned in this episode:
Doubt - How a Broken Camera Motivated Me to Recommit to My Mission
Losing Money - From Financial Faceplants to Silver Linings
Throw Money - The Solution to Almost Every Problem

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After weeks of scoreboard talk, I started wondering if there’s a kinder way to check in on how life’s really going. In this episode, I share a simple Life Balance Wheel I’ve been using to get a quick snapshot of my “game of life.” Curious what your wheel might reveal? Subscribers can grab the worksheet PDF and play along. 🎙️

Links mentioned in this episode:

You’re Not My Scoreboard - Who Gets a Vote?

Strong Game Energy - My Personal Playbook

One Post at a Time - Confessions' 100th Post

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Last week we talked about life’s unofficial scorekeepers ⚾️… and that got my brain spinning. If life really is a game, what kind of player do I want to be out there? In this episode, I’m sharing a few of the “rules” in my personal playbook—from calling timeouts to trusting teammates and maybe leaving the wild pitcher in the bullpen. 😅 Check out what made my list. 🎙️⚾️

Link mention in this episode:

You’re Not My Scoreboard - Who Gets a Vote?

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Ever feel like someone in your life is quietly keeping score? ⚾️ A recent conversation got me reflecting on opinions, boundaries, and those moments when it feels like someone else is calling balls and strikes in my life. In this episode, I share a few thoughts about noticing the “scorekeepers,” deciding who really gets a vote, and remembering we’re all just playing our own game. 🎙️

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What happens after the life you planned quietly changes? 🌱 In this gentle conversation, Julie shares pieces of her story—divorce, rediscovering her inner voice, and the slow process of rebuilding. Along the way, we explore quiet truths, friendship, and the small moments that help life bloom again. 🌿

Spring 2026 Events with Julie Fitzpatrick
• The Belle of Amherst — March 11 (North Branford) & March 29 (Old Lyme)
• Shirley Valentine — April 4 (Guilford)
• Acting for Adults Classes — Legacy Theatre

Full details and registration: juliefitzpatrick.com

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✨ A love note to all the tired 30-something legends: grinding, growing, and glowing (quietly) through the mayhem. Life in your 30s can feel like a group project with no project manager—strong opinions, and the emotional bandwidth of a chewed-up phone charger. If that hits? This one’s for you.

P.S. In case you don't have time to listen to this—You’re doing such incredible things. 💪💛

Link mentioned in this episode:

My brother and sister in-law's clinic in Milford, CT for children with autism spectrum disorder - So Much To Say 

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