Ever tell yourself, “I’ve got to stop nagging”—and then do it anyway?
Or find yourself falling into the same bad habit you wish you could just stop?
Whether it’s reminding your teen (again), pouring a glass of wine you swore you’d skip, or losing it after vowing to stay calm… you’re not alone. And there’s a reason these habits feel so hard to break.

In this episode, I share why these patterns—nagging, numbing, controlling—aren’t just bad habits. They’re emotional coping strategies rooted in how your brain tries to manage fear, overwhelm, and disconnection in motherhood. If you're parenting teens or approaching the empty nest, and stuck in habits you don’t like but can’t seem to change, this episode will show you there’s nothing wrong with you—and that real change is possible.

Here’s what you’ll take away from this episode:

Why nagging and other unwanted behaviors are your brain’s attempt to solve emotional discomfort

How unprocessed feelings like resentment and anxiety quietly drive your actions (and what to do instead)

A powerful question you can ask yourself to begin breaking free of the cycle—without just relying on willpower

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❓ Have questions or want to share your feedback? I'd love to hear from you! You can email me at [email protected]. 

This empowering podcast offers life coaching for moms and parenting support for midlife mothers raising teens as they approach the empty nest, teaching them how to let go of control, stop overthinking, and shift their mindset, while also helping them set boundaries, improve communication, reduce anxiety, release mom guilt, and find purpose in the evolving journey of parenting teens and motherhood.