Me, Marriage, and Motherhood

Yael and I delve into the intricacies of work-life enrichment, drawing from her book "Work, Parent, Thrive." She shares how to juggle act of various life roles in a way that enhances each other, how to clarify and leverage Values when making difficult decisions, and how working parents can go from overwhelmed to enlivened. Additionally, we introduce acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) for achieving psychological flexibility and how to use it in practice in everyday life.

Timestamps:

0:00 - Reframing Work-Life Balance

8:11 - Work-Life Fulfillment and the 3 Paths to Enrichment

16:06 - Example of Work-Life Fulfillment with Ruth Bader Ginsburg

22:43 - Acceptance and Commitment Therapy & How it's different than CBT

29:52 - Importance of Values, Flexibility, Mindfulness

32:44 - Leading with Values in Decision-Making

37:48 - Impact of Values on Difficult Decisions

47:19 - Good Decisions vs Feeling Good

50:01 - Exploring more Relationships

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Today's episode is for new parents and parents-to-be. I share 5 things I wish everyone knew about new parenting, especially during the rollercoaster newborn phase.

(CORRECTION in the episode: I meant to say I cook "1-2 times per WEEK," not per day.)

Covering:

1. Best way to consume/evaluate parenting advice. Get out of Checkbox Thinking.

2. What causes 80% of all our problems.

3. The myth of parental intuition and what it really is instead.

4. What to do instead of 50-50 with your co-parent.

5. What's Parental Amnesia & how it impacts self-confidence (but it doesn't have to).

All opinions are, of course, my own! If you disagree, cool, remember Point #1.

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Jess Molina, a feminine energy coach, guides high-achieving women towards balance and dream lives.
Jess shares her story of transitioning from a high-achieving engineer to a full-time mom and life coach.

We explore the personal decision of becoming a stay-at-home mom and tackling the complexities of work-life balance.

We talk about the concept of "bringing the honey to the home," prioritizing self-care for improved relationships, navigate the world of birth coaching, and discussing what surrender and allowing means.

0:00 - Introduction and Background

04:46 Transitioning from engineer to motherhood.

08:21 Success addiction can hinder self-worth.

10:09 Prioritizing work over personal life.

17:48 Transitioning to motherhood and finding fulfillment.

23:24 Put yourself first, overcome resistance.

27:12 Importance of feminine role in relationships.

34:35 Empower women through birth coaching.

38:43 Embrace flexibility in birth plans.

45:59 Feminine energy empowers pleasure and connection.

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Ever wonder what really goes on behind the scenes of new motherhood? Today, Amanda Helen and I are stripping away the sugarcoated social media gloss, and getting real about the hormonal, physical, and neurobiological changes that come with bringing a new life into the world.

We discuss how we've adjusted our self-care routines, set boundaries, and learned to prioritize our needs amidst the beautiful chaos of raising our babies. We also delve into the lighter side of things, exploring how this transformative period, despite its challenges, can be a catalyst for self-discovery and personal growth.

So whether you're a new mom yourself, or just curious about what this journey entails, join us for this unscripted conversation about the realities of new motherhood.

(00:00) - New Motherhood

(10:49) - Navigating Postpartum Challenges and Seeking Support

(24:12) - The Challenges of the Fourth Trimester

(29:45) - Transition Into Parenthood and Biological Effects

(33:48) - Neuroplasticity and Parenting

(38:31) - Motherhood, Work, and Personal Growth

(47:00) - Navigating Priorities With a New Baby

(53:49) - Surrender, Motherhood, and Nervous System Work

(01:00:22) - Motherhood and Connection Conversation

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Join me and Angie Wang (from Angie Creates) as we reflect on our new motherhood journeys, discussing how parenthood impacted our ambitions and priorities, our marriages, our relationships with our own mothers, our creativity, and finally, we discuss the cultural nuances in East and West parenting styles.

This episode offers down-to-earth, honest talk about becoming a new parent mixed with a good dose of philosophizing as is our style. :)

(00:01) Impact of Motherhood on Personal Identity

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In this episode, I explain why I've renamed this podcast "Meet Yourself" to "Me, Marriage, and Motherhood," and what's the future direction of this show.

00:01 - My 4 Transformational life events

- Weight loss

- Business

- Marriage

- Motherhood

08:38 - What your true desires are

09:19 - Relationships as catalyst for self-growth

11:08 - What about work?

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Join us for a transformative conversation on life, relationships, and the power of self-love with the resilient & ever-evolving Marija!

(Warning: This episode discusses sensitive topics, including abuse, eating disorders, and suicide. Listener discretion is advised.)

This powerhouse episode explores a wide array of topics - from self-development and identity, to understanding the balance of feminine and masculine energies in relationships, to defining reality. Her insights will inspire you to embark on your own journey of self-love, relationship dynamics, and acceptance of all complexities of life.

Note: This episode was recorded in 2021, so some events mentioned may be out-of-date now.

(00:02) - Journey of Self-Discovery and Overcoming Challenges

(14:44) - Overcoming Trauma and Mental Illness

(22:16) - Overcoming an Eating Disorder With Mentors

(26:03) - Identity, Body Image, Balance and Love

(39:27) - Understanding Feminine Energy in Relationships

(45:36) - Balance Energies in Relationships

(52:34) - Navigating Relationships in the Modern Era

(57:11) - Shifting Perspective on Relationships and Independence

(01:03:53) - Appreciating Gifts and Staying Soft

(01:09:57) - Interpreting Reality and Self-Love

(01:24:42) - Embrace Beliefs, Overcome Self-Destructive Thoughts

(01:30:53) - Choosing Life and Understanding Suicide

(01:35:53) - Journey to Recovery With Sisters

(01:39:37) - Powerful Words, Connected People

(01:45:03) - Importance of Sharing and Self-Discovery

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Yearning for a fresh perspective on learning? Join us as we chat with Charlotte, the mind behind My Snapshot, a tool designed to enhance online learning experiences by clarifying teaching methodologies and helping students track their progress.

Charlotte takes us through her own self-discovery journey, narrates her personal revelations on how consuming information is not enough, and the significance of applying knowledge in the real world.

We also explore the world of self-assessment, the three key pillars of learning, the importance of community, and how accountability and feedback can enhance learning experiences.

(00:03) - Learning Journey and Snapshot Tool Discussion

(12:59) - Books, Wellness, Online Learning

(30:24) - Creating Effective Learning Experiences and Assessments

(41:49) - Community in Teaching Transformational Courses

(47:29) - The Importance of Community in Learning

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Ever felt trapped by labels or expectations that just don’t sit right? Join us for a deeply personal and enlightening discussion with Norman Tran, founder of Relating Between the Lines. He shares his transition from product design to EQ education, with an unwavering desire to make essential communication skills accessible to all.

Our conversation takes a raw and honest turn as Norman peels back the layers of his challenging journey. From grueling co-founder transitions to the emotional labor of stepping down as CEO, hear about his struggle to shed the expectations tied to his CEO title, a battle that was not just professional but also a deeply personal one.

Finally, we explore how Norman managed to navigate the waters of resistance, both internal and external, to find a resolution that brought him more peace and fulfillment. We delve into the significance of emotional labor, the importance of acknowledging it, and the art of commitment to a larger mission. Through all of this, Norman reminds us that success isn’t about titles or roles, but about aligning with our true selves. This thought-provoking conversation promises to inspire introspection and growth.

(0:00:01) - Relating Between the Lines Journey - From product design to education, teaching EQ and soft skills through an experiential program.

(0:09:44) - Navigating Co-Founder Roles and Transitions - Norman’s journey of co-founding a business, overcoming emotional resistance, and shedding beliefs.

(0:15:43) - The Struggle With CEO Identity - facing hard beliefs, let go of identity, and overcame insecurities to find his path.

(0:24:18) - Overcoming Resistance and Finding Happiness - Resolving external resistance to reach a mutually beneficial outcome.

(0:30:17) - Acknowledge Pain, Commitment in Partnership - Discussing emotional labor, mission/vision, and finding solutions together.

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David Bradford, co-author of Connect: Building Exceptional Relationships with Family, Friends, and Colleagues, shares how to deepen relationships and others and through that, deepen our own understanding of ourselves as well.

At the end of this episode, you’ll learn the 6 key characteristics of what makes an exceptional relationship, how to build that relationship with anyone, and how mastering human interactions come down to understanding & respecting the 3 Realities.

We even have an impromptu practice session on self-disclosure. This was an eye-opening conversation!

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