What if the biggest thing holding you back isn’t your strategy… but the story you keep telling yourself?

In this episode of Mommas Making Commas, Kate sits down with self-leadership strategist Ly Smith (“Lee” Smith) to talk about the internal shifts women need to make when moving from survival mode into intentional living and entrepreneurship.

So many women are busy, overwhelmed, checking all the boxes, and chasing goals… yet still feel stuck, disconnected, and frustrated that life doesn’t seem to work for them the way they hoped.

Ly shares how high-performing women often become trapped in reactive patterns rooted in self-doubt, imposter syndrome, procrastination, and playing small — not because they lack ability, but because they’ve forgotten who they truly are underneath the pressure and expectations.

Together, Kate and Ly unpack how to move from reacting to life into consciously creating a life aligned with your truth, values, gifts, and greatness.

In this episode, we discuss:

• The difference between living as a reactor versus a creator
• Why so many ambitious women stay stuck despite working hard
• How self-talk shapes confidence, action, and success
• Signs you may be disconnected from yourself
• Why alignment matters more than hustle
• Reframing imposter syndrome and procrastination
• The power of identity and self-awareness in entrepreneurship
• The CANDY Method for rewriting self-talk and stepping into empowerment

The CANDY Method includes:

• Clarity
• Affirmation
• Necessity (taking action)
• Discipline
• You

This episode is a reminder that there is already genius, greatness, and gifting inside of you — and sometimes the next level of your life begins by remembering who you truly are.

Connect with Ly Smith:
Website: www.rewriteyourselftalk.com
LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/g3mastermind

Grab Ly’s free 5-minute gift:
rewriteyourselftalk.com

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What if the dreams in your heart weren't asking you to choose between motherhood and ambition?

In this inspiring episode of Mommas Making Commas, Kate sits down with entrepreneur, creative leader, and manifestation mentor Emily Saler to talk about the moment that changed everything.

While on maternity leave and preparing to return to work in less than a month, Emily found herself spiraling. She loved her career and knew that meaningful work filled her cup and helped her show up as an even better mom. Yet the guilt was overwhelming.

She believed she had to choose.

Be a great mother.
Or be successful in her career.

Not both.

To make matters worse, she had no childcare lined up for her son. It felt like the universe was closing every door.

Then, during a late-night doom scroll, she stumbled upon a quote from one of her favourite mentors, Abraham Hicks:

"Do you know that 30 days of feeling wonderful is all you need to manifest the biggest dreams you ever had?"

Everything shifted.

Instead of focusing on everything that was going wrong in her external world, Emily turned inward. She committed to cultivating joy, possibility, and asking herself:

"What if it all worked out even greater than I could imagine?"

Within just 11 days of intentionally shifting her energy, the miracles began.

• The perfect full-time daycare opening appeared for her son—just two weeks before her return-to-work date.
• A $20,000 branding client landed in her inbox.
• That opportunity led to opening her dream business with her dream partner.
• And just two weeks after returning to work, her dream six-figure Creative Director position unexpectedly became available.

Aligned step after aligned step.

Within six months, Emily stepped into a career that provided:

• Family-first flexibility
• Financial freedom
• Creative fulfillment
• Purpose-driven leadership
• The ability to be both an incredible mama and an ambitious woman

Because the truth is, we don't have to sacrifice one identity for another.

• Why so many women believe they have to choose between motherhood and success
• The guilt working moms often carry
• Hustle culture and the burnout cycle
• Shifting from fear and scarcity into possibility and trust
• Following your "happiness compass"
• The power of your internal world to change your external reality
• Recognizing aligned opportunities
• Manifestation through intentional energy and action
• Creating success that feels good instead of exhausting
• Emily's upcoming program, Freedom Frequencies

This conversation is a beautiful reminder that your dreams aren't selfish—and that sometimes the breakthrough begins when you stop trying to control everything outside of you and start tending to what is happening within.

Website: www.emilysaler.com

Learn more about Emily's work and her upcoming program, Freedom Frequencies, designed to help women shift their energy, trust themselves deeply, and create lives they genuinely love.

If you're a mom craving more flexibility, purpose, and income without sacrificing your health, relationships, or peace, I'd love to connect with you.

The Coffee Break Formula was created for women who want to explore simple ways to create additional income and freedom around the life they're already living.

Connect with Kate:
Website: www.iamkatemoir.com
Email: [email protected]

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Because you really can make commas while making memories.

In this powerful episode of Mommas Making Commas, Kate sits down with wellness advocate and coach Becky Webb to discuss something every busy mom needs more of: peace, energy, and purpose.

If you've ever felt overwhelmed, stuck in survival mode, or disconnected from yourself while trying to juggle family, work, and life, this conversation is for you.

Becky shares how regulating your nervous system, embracing who you are, and making simple shifts in your daily habits can dramatically impact your health, mindset, and ability to create the life you truly want.

This episode is a reminder that success isn't built through constant hustle. It starts with creating a strong foundation in mind, body, and soul.

• Why so many moms are living in a constant state of stress and overwhelm
• The importance of nervous system regulation for health, happiness, and success
• How simple daily habits can create major shifts in your energy and purpose
• Why embracing who you are today is the first step toward becoming who you're meant to be
• The connection between your biology, mindset, influence, and impact
• Practical ways moms can begin moving from burnout to balance

Becky's superpower is helping moms feel like the best version of themselves in mind, body, and soul.

Through simple, sustainable shifts, she helps women reconnect with their energy, regain clarity, and discover their purpose so they can show up more fully in every area of their lives.

Being stuck in "emergency mode" keeps you in survival, not growth. Creating calm within your body allows you to think clearly, make better decisions, and move forward with confidence.

You don't need to become someone else to be successful. Embrace who you are while staying open to who you're becoming. Your unique gifts may be exactly what someone else needs.

Small changes in your biology can create massive changes in your life. Better energy, improved health, greater purpose, and stronger influence often begin with simple daily actions.

If you're feeling burnt out, overwhelmed, or simply need a moment to breathe, Becky has created a beautiful free resource for you:

A simple audio series designed to help busy moms find more peace, rest, and nourishment in their daily lives.

Access Becky's Free Audio Series

Your next level doesn't begin with doing more—it begins with caring for yourself differently.

When you nourish your body, calm your mind, and create space to rest, you unlock the energy and clarity needed to pursue your purpose and create the life you truly desire.

If this episode encouraged you, be sure to subscribe, share it with a fellow mom, and leave a review for Mommas Making Commas so more women can discover these inspiring conversations.

Remember: You don't have to hustle harder. Sometimes the most powerful growth comes from slowing down long enough to hear what your mind, body, and soul have been trying to tell you

What if growing your business didn't require being glued to your phone all day?

In this episode of Mommas Making Commas, Kate sits down with Lori Ervin, personal brand specialist, marketing strategist, coach, social seller, and mom of three boys. Lori shares her journey from starting an online business just weeks before her youngest son was born to building multiple six-figure businesses while raising a family and navigating the realities of everyday life.

After experiencing the burnout that comes from chasing every trend, trying every strategy, and feeling like marketing never stops, Lori made a shift. Today, she helps personal brands, social sellers, and small business owners simplify their marketing, create systems that support real life, and build sustainable visibility, consistency, and income.

Together, Kate and Lori dive into:

• Why consistency matters more than chasing the latest trend
• How to know when it's time to pivot in your business
• The biggest mistakes entrepreneurs make with their marketing
• Building visibility without spending all day online
• Creating simple systems that save time and reduce overwhelm
• How personal branding can help you stand out authentically
• What sustainable success looks like for busy moms and entrepreneurs
• Practical tips for growing your business while still being present for your family

If you've ever felt overwhelmed by social media, frustrated by inconsistent results, or exhausted trying to do all the things, this conversation will remind you that there is a better way.

Success doesn't have to come at the expense of your health, your family, or your peace of mind.

Lori Ervin has been building businesses online since 2014. What began as a spontaneous decision before the birth of her youngest son evolved into years of experience in content creation, social media, sales, email marketing, Pinterest marketing, Shopify development, and business strategy.

Today, Lori helps personal brands, social sellers, and small businesses simplify their marketing, build effective systems, and grow intentionally without being glued to their phones. Her mission is to help entrepreneurs create businesses that support their lives rather than compete with them.

When she's not working, you'll find her cheering on her three boys at hockey rinks, baseball diamonds, and soccer fields. She also loves Hallmark movies and always has a Netflix recommendation ready to go.

Website: https://www.levelupwithlori.com

Instagram: @iamkatemoir

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Remember: You don't need to do more. You need to do what matters most, consistently.

From the outside, many women look like they’re holding it all together…
But internally? They’re running on stress, survival mode, and exhaustion.

In this episode of Mommas Making Commas, I sit down with Melissa Armstrong — a former nurse turned Holistic Trauma and Anxiety Coach — whose story will stop you in your tracks.

After experiencing unimaginable trauma at a young age, including surviving a school shooting and the loss of her brother, Melissa spent years navigating the physical and emotional impact that followed. Like many women, she turned to the traditional medical system for answers… only to feel let down both personally and professionally.

That’s what led her to completely shift her path.

Now, Melissa helps women break free from anxiety, chronic stress, and stubborn physical symptoms — without relying on pills or endless protocols.

And this conversation? It hit close to home.

We also dive into:

• My own journey navigating stress and high blood pressure
• What living in “survival mode” actually does to your body
• Why so many high-capacity women ignore the warning signs
• And how small, intentional shifts can completely change your health and energy

Because here’s the truth:
You can’t build wealth, freedom, or the life you want…
if your body is constantly in burnout.

This is exactly why I talk so much about my Coffee Break Formula.

Because most moms don’t need:
More time
More hustle
Or another overwhelming plan

They need a way to:
✔ Take back control of their health
✔ Create breathing room in their day
✔ Build income in a way that doesn’t add more stress

All in the small pockets of time they already have.

If this episode spoke to you, connect with Melissa:

Website: www.holistichealthbymelissa.com
Instagram: @holistichealthbymelissa
Facebook: Holistic Health by Melissa

If you’re in a season where you feel:

• Burnt out
• Stuck in survival mode
• Or like your body is trying to tell you something…

You’re not alone, and you don’t have to figure it out alone either.

Come connect with me:
📲 Instagram: @iamkatemoir
📧 Email: [email protected]

Or send me a message with the word “COFFEE” and I’ll share how I’m simplifying both health and income right now.

You don’t need to wait for a breaking point to start choosing differently.

Sometimes it starts with one conversation.
One shift.
One decision to stop surviving… and start living.

☕ Where This Ties Into Real Life💛 Connect with Melissa💬 Let’s Keep the Conversation Going🎧 Final Thought

What if the biggest thing holding you back in business… isn’t your strategy, but your voice?

In this powerful conversation, I sit down with Brienne Hennessy, founder of Your Vocal Vitality, to talk about what it really means to trust your intuition, own your voice, and build a business that actually feels aligned.

We dive into the connection between voice, identity, and income, and why so many women are stuck playing small, overthinking their next move, or pushing through burnout instead of listening inward.

If you’ve ever felt like you’re doing all the “right” things but something still feels off… this episode will hit home.

• Why intuition is your most underused business strategy
• The difference between forcing growth vs. aligned momentum
• How your voice impacts your confidence, presence, and income
• Signs you’re out of alignment (and what to do about it)
• Why solving a real problem for your ideal customer changes everything
• Letting go of perfection and stepping into authentic expression
• The mindset shifts needed to move from reactive → intentional living

• Your voice is more than how you sound, it’s how you show up
• Misalignment shows up as burnout, hesitation, and overthinking
• You don’t need more noise… you need deeper listening
• Confidence isn’t built by doing more, it’s built by being more you
• When you trust yourself, your business becomes simpler and more sustainable

👉 Voice Clarity Audio Series (Brienne’s playlist to go deeper into voice alignment work) https://www.youtube.com/@yourvocalvitality8

Brienne Hennessy (she/her) is the Founder of Your Vocal Vitality, a sought-after Voice Activator, Intuitive Listener, and Author with 17 years of experience in voice, embodiment, and communication.

She helps women leaders, speakers, and soul-led entrepreneurs transform how they use their voice, not just through technique, but through deep alignment. Through her signature Voice Alignment Method™, Brienne supports clients in eliminating vocal strain, unlocking powerful expression, and building a voice that is sustainable, confident, and fully aligned with who they are.

The result? Women who command rooms, speak with grounded ease, and expand their visibility and income, without pushing, performing, or burning out.

With 60+ speaking appearances and 14 years as a former Clinical Speech & Voice Pathologist, Brienne blends intuitive insight with evidence-based practice to help you reconnect with your most vital instrument: your voice.

Website: www.yourvocalvitality.com

If this episode spoke to you, share it with another woman who’s ready to stop playing small and start living, and leading with intention.

And if you’re ready to build income and freedom without burnout, message me “COFFEE” and I’ll show you how I built my Coffee Break Freedom Strategy in the small pockets of my day ☕✨

What if the problem isn’t your discipline… but your approach?

In this episode, I sit down with Anne Rajoo, a Peaceful Productivity® Mentor and founder of Virtufully, to unpack the truth about burnout, productivity, and what it actually takes to build a business that supports your life, not consumes it.

Anne shares her journey from high-achieving, Type-A hustle to creating a business rooted in alignment, energy, and intention. We talk about the pressure so many women feel to “do more,” and why that mindset is quietly keeping them stuck, overwhelmed, and disconnected from what really matters.

If you’ve been trying to build income, show up for your family, and take care of yourself, but feel like something’s always slipping, this conversation is going to hit home.

We dive into:

• Why traditional productivity advice doesn’t work for moms
• The hidden cost of hustle culture (and how it shows up in your life)
• How to work with your energy instead of constantly pushing against it
• Anne’s PEACE framework for sustainable success
• What it actually looks like to “do less” and still grow more
• Releasing guilt and redefining what success means for you

This isn’t about doing more.

It’s about doing what actually matters.

🌐 Website: https://www.annerajoo.com/
🎧 Podcast: https://www.annerajoo.com/the-productivity-sweet-spot-podcast/
📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_annerajoo_/
💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anne-rajoo-9333a931/

If this episode hit you and you’re done with the hustle-but-still-stuck cycle…

I want to show you how I built consistent income in the small pockets of my day ,without burning out or becoming someone I’m not.

Message me “COFFEE” and I’ll send you my Coffee Break Freedom Strategy ☕ [email protected]

or social @iamkatemoir

What if the life you worked so hard to build… isn’t the life you actually want?

In this episode, I sit down with Aliw Pablo, co-founder of BUNSO Collection, to unpack what it really looks like to pivot in midlife, follow your purpose, and build something meaningful, even when it’s hard.

Aliw spent over 20 years in media, working high-paying, fast-paced jobs that looked successful on paper… but left little room for actually living.

After a wake-up moment that changed everything, she chose a different path, one rooted in faith, storytelling, and purpose.

But this isn’t just a highlight reel.

We go deep into:
• the emotional and financial risk of starting a business
• the real truth about selling on Amazon (fees, returns, and low success rates)
• taking out a $100K home equity loan to bet on themselves
• navigating information overload and learning curves
• and why building a business is a lot like having a baby, messy, exhausting, and absolutely worth it

This conversation is for the woman who knows she’s meant for more… but needs to hear what it really takes.

• Why success on paper doesn’t always equal fulfillment
• The moment that made Aliw rethink her entire career
• How faith carried her family through a life-altering health journey
• The difference between gross revenue vs. actual profit (and why it matters)
• The hidden realities of Amazon: fees, returns, and competition
• Why only a small percentage of businesses truly succeed — and how to stay in the game
• How to move forward when you feel paralyzed by information overload
• When to ask for help (and why hiring experts can change everything)
• The unexpected perks of entrepreneurship — time freedom, flexibility, and building an asset
• Why purpose has to be bigger than money if you want to last

“Success isn’t just about income — it’s about having a life you actually get to live.”

“People see the sales… but they don’t see the returns, the fees, or the years it takes to become profitable.”

“Building a business is like having a baby, you don’t know what you’re doing at first, you lose sleep, you learn as you go… and somehow, it becomes one of the most meaningful things you’ve ever done.”

Aliw Pablo is the co-founder of BUNSO Collection, an affordable luxury diaper bag brand designed for modern parents.

A mom of two young adults, podcaster, entrepreneur, and media professional with over 20 years of experience, she brings a seasoned and grounded perspective to everything she creates.

With a passion for helping families make smarter choices, Aliw blends storytelling, practicality, and real-life parenting insights to create products that go far beyond the diaper stage.

• Website: bunsocollection.shop
• Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/s?me=A2RQ3RV57HG7K3&marketplaceID=ATVPDKIKX0DER
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebunsocollection/

If this episode hit you, share it with a friend who’s been saying “I know I’m meant for more.”

And if you’re ready to start building income in the small pockets of your day, without burnout or selling, send me a message with the word COFFEE ☕ and I’ll show you how. [email protected] or lets connect on social @iamkatemoir

What happens when the career path that looks perfect on paper slowly drains the life out of you?

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Anna Burns, a physiotherapist turned ADHD success coach for female entrepreneurs. Anna shares her journey from working in prestigious physiotherapy roles to building a business that actually supports her energy, focus, and family life.

During COVID, Anna pivoted to virtual physiotherapy. Two months later she welcomed her son, and within the following year she received an adult diagnosis of ADHD. That diagnosis changed everything.

Instead of forcing herself back into the traditional career path she had worked so hard to build, Anna chose to release the expectations of others and design a life and business that worked with her brain rather than against it.

If you’ve ever felt like your life looks successful on the outside but inside you’re exhausted, overwhelmed, or stuck in constant decision fatigue , this conversation will resonate deeply.

What We Talk About

• Anna’s path to becoming a physiotherapist and working in highly respected clinical settings
• The hidden burnout many high-achieving women experience
• The moment she realized the traditional career path wasn’t sustainable
• Pivoting to virtual work during COVID and becoming a new mom
• Receiving an ADHD diagnosis as an adult and how that reframed everything
• Letting go of other people’s expectations
• Designing a business around your energy, focus, and boundaries
• Why reducing decision fatigue is key to building a life you love
• What it means to truly own your day instead of reacting to it

A Message for Women Listening

So many women are doing everything “right” on paper but feel like they’re slowly shrinking inside.

This episode is a reminder that you are allowed to design a life that works for you: your brain, your energy, your priorities, and your family.

You don’t have to follow the expected path.

Resources from Dr. Anna Burns

Anna created a free resource specifically for busy moms with ADHD who want to simplify daily life and reduce the constant mental load of meal decisions.

Download her free guide here:
https://annaburnswellness.com/comma

The Ultimate Guide to Meal Planning for Moms with ADHD

You can also connect with Anna here:

Website
annaburnswellness.com

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Free ADHD resources | Blog

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If This Episode Resonated With You

If you’re a busy mom who wants to create more freedom in your life without adding more chaos to your plate, message me for my Coffee Break Freedom Guide.

It’s the simple strategy I used to start building an additional income stream in the small pockets of my day — without burnout, spammy selling, or sacrificing time with my family.

Because when you own your morning and reduce decision fatigue, you truly start owning your life. Reach out to me at [email protected], share with a friend, subscribe to this show and lets do this momma!

In today’s episode I’m sharing something that might feel like a little tough love but it comes from a place of deep care.

I truly believe moms can build wealth and wellness without burnout. I’ve seen it. I’m living it. And I want that freedom for other women too.

But there’s a truth we don’t talk about enough…

No coach, mentor, system, or opportunity can help someone who isn’t willing to help themselves.

And I say that with compassion because I’ve been there too.

Over the years I’ve invested heavily in coaching and personal growth, and the biggest lesson I’ve learned is this:

Success isn’t complicated.

It comes down to mindset and consistent action.

In this episode we talk about:

• Why inconsistency, not lack of ability, holds most women back
• How many of us show up powerfully in one area of life but avoid another
• Why confidence actually comes after action, not before
• The identity shift that changes everything
• How to start rebuilding trust with yourself through small, daily actions

If you’ve been feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or frustrated with yourself, this conversation will help you reset and refocus.

You don’t need a total life overhaul.

You just need to start showing up again for the woman you want to become.

1️⃣ Choose one area of your life to lead yourself again
(health, business, mindset, relationships)

2️⃣ Decide your one consistent action that is intentionally going to help you move forward

3️⃣ Keep the promise to yourself

Confidence and momentum are built through the promises we keep, not the ones we talk about.

If you're a busy mom who wants to create extra income without becoming spammy or burning out, I’d love to share the simple system that helped me build my business in the small pockets of my day.

It’s called my Coffee Break Freedom Strategy  and it’s exactly how I started creating income in 15-minute pockets between mom life, work, and everything else.

Send me a message or connect with me online and I’d be happy to share it with you.

Instagram: @iamkatemoir

Helping moms move from reactive living → intentional living
From hustle → momentum
From doubt → confidence

Because you can build wealth and wellness without burning out.

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