Not Your Momma's Podcast

In a world clouded by shadows and echoes of past pain, discover the keys to illuminating the path toward self-renewal and happiness.

Join host Cristina Francy and the insightful Jana Wilson as they unearth the profound methods to heal from childhood trauma and the power of shadow work. Together, they navigate the labyrinth of self-compassion, growth, and imagination, illuminating the way to internal strength, self-love, and peace.

Explore the profound notion that imagination holds more sway over our behaviors than knowledge, unlocking the incredible potential for positive change.

Learn practical strategies to break free from the shackles of worry and embrace happiness. Cristina and Jana explore these profound topics, providing you with valuable insights and actionable advice to embark on your personal healing journey.

Tune in to this engaging conversation as we unravel the secrets to inner growth, emotional resilience, and reclaiming the joy that life has to offer.

Whether you're on a quest for self-discovery or seeking ways to lead a more fulfilled life, this episode offers a wealth of knowledge and inspiration that can help you overcome adversity and find happiness within yourself.

Don't miss this episode; it's your key to unlocking a happy life to the fullest. 🌱💪

You can now access the full episode on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts. 🎧✨ Link is in bio.

Remember, a new episode drops every Thursday at 6 AM Pacific Time Zone. Listen, share your thoughts, and stay tuned for the next episode next Thursday! 🗓️🎙️

⏱️⏱️Timestamps⏱️⏱️

00:00 - Podcast Intro - Explore transformative journey

00:45 - Explore Jana's inspiring recovery from childhood trauma.

01:25 - Insights on how Jana navigated her healing journey.

02:35 - Uncover the impactful role of Jana as a Psychotherapist, offering guidance and support.

03:26 - How do the qualities we judge in others serve as reflections of our own selves, especially in the context of shadow work?

03:35 - Explore the transformative power of shadow work, how it helps individuals transition from self-hate to self-love?

05:25 - Gain valuable insights on self-reflection, a key element in the journey of self-healing and self-love.

06:08 - What strategies can help avoid self-abuse and foster a nurturing relationship with yourself.

07:00 - A compelling story addressing self-blame and learning empowering ways to break free from toxic cycles.

07:28 - Unlock the wisdom of teaching others how to treat you based on the respect you give yourself.

07:44 - How can you harness the magic of your imagination to manifest the life you've always dreamed of?

10:15 - Explore the profound process of forgiving your younger self for the decisions you once thought were wrong. How can this act of forgiveness transform your present?

10:55 - What’s the significance of falling in love with yourself first, a vital step in giving love to others.

12:08 - Four Go-To Question

1. Who and what inspires you?

2. What is something you wished you knew when you were younger?

3. What's the essential part of your daily routine?

4. Best advice you’ve ever received?

Connect with Jana Wilson:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emotional_healing_retreats

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/janawilson2017

Personal Website: https://www.janawilson.com/

Coaching Website: https://www.emotionalhealingretreat.com/

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Check Cristina Francy Out:

Blog: https://cristinafrancy.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notyourmommas.podcast

Amazon Store Front: https://www.amazon.com/shop/notyourmommas.podcast

Email for collaborations: [email protected]

Struggling with health challenges that seem insurmountable? Join us for an episode that unravels the mysteries of functional nutrition and the incredible potential to overcome chronic pain, fatigue, autoimmune conditions, and fertility struggles.

Time to control of your well-being and future. 🌱

Nikki's approach is about finding the root cause of dysfunction and addressing it methodically, step by step, to facilitate repair, balance, and the ability to thrive. When you're thriving, life takes on a whole new dimension!

For those on the journey to parenthood, preconception planning can create optimal health for parents, pregnancies, children, and generations to come. The future of health is in your hands.

Join us as we explore the depths of functional nutrition, the connection between the autoimmune system and the gut, stress release techniques, and the power of reclaiming control over your life.

Don't miss this episode; it's your key to unlocking vibrant health and embracing life to the fullest. 🌱💪

Audio: 

Intro: 00:24

Background & experience 01:03

What is functional nutrition? 01:53

How is the autoimmune system related to the gut? 03:48

Tapping to release stress 06:13

How is it legal to put chemicals in our food and products that we shouldn’t consume? 12:37

Taking back control of your life 15:02

Last words 19:39

Four Go-To Questions 23:33

1. Who and what inspires you?

2. What is something you wished you knew when you were younger?

3. What's the essential part of your daily routine? 

4. Best advice you’ve ever received?

Connect with Nikki:

Website: https://www.tastelifenutrition.com/ 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TasteLifeNutrition 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tastelifenutrition/ 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikki-burnett-6504a99 

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgx2D7A57GDPOaVAvyrrL4A 

Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/5g8szGENo4m9yqyfsnaWUH 

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Check Cristina Francy Out: 

Blog: https://cristinafrancy.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notyourmommas.podcast 

Amazon Store Front: https://www.amazon.com/shop/notyourmommas.podcast 

Email for collaborations: [email protected]   

ABOUT THE FRANCY LIFE- NOT YOUR MOMMA’S PODCAST I’m here to help empower women and pull back the curtain on expert’s advice for every area of our lives. Through a series of interviews, we will tackle everything from eating for wellness, the best advice for littles, fashion and style, and everything in between. Get ready to get real. This is NOT YOUR MOMMA’S PODCAST.

Do you feel trapped in a soul-sapping job? Join us as our guest unveils the secret to breaking free from toxic workplaces and uncovering a path to unparalleled success. Your escape route to a brighter future starts here! 🚪

Discover the keys to crafting a path that resonates with your true self, paving the way to unprecedented success.

In this episode, we are speaking with Angie Mizzell, an author, speaker, and conversation catalyst who helps high-achieving women release a lifetime of ‘shoulds’, pave their own way, and come home to themselves. Her memoir, Girl in the Spotlight, is a coming-of-age story about breaking the cycles of the past and stepping into a life of courageous freedom. Through her speaking engagements, memoir, and weekly newsletter Hello Friday, Angie shares personal stories that encourage readers to let go of false identities, meet and face grief and loss, and choose mindful presence over external ambition.

⏱️Timestamps⏱️

Intro: 00:00

Background and experience 00:30

What advice would you give someone who knows there is something off about their life? 06:13

How can someone push through negative beliefs? 09:12

Book recommendation: “Who Moved My Cheese?" 10:45

Who would benefit most from your new book? 13:33

Four Go-To Questions 16:29

1. Who and what inspires you?

2. What is something you wished you knew when you were younger?

3. What's an essential part of your daily routine?

4. Best advice you’ve ever received?

Connect with Angie:

Website: angiemizzell.com

Website: angiemizzell.substack.com

Book: Girlinthespotlight.com

Instagram: @angiemizzell

Facebook: @angiemizzell

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Check Cristina Francy Out:

Blog: https://cristinafrancy.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notyourmommas.podcast

Amazon Store Front: https://www.amazon.com/shop/notyourmommas.podcast

Email for collaborations: [email protected]

ABOUT THE FRANCY LIFE- NOT YOUR MOMMA’S PODCAST I’m here to help empower women and pull back the curtain on expert’s advice for every area of our lives. Through a series of interviews, we will tackle everything from eating for wellness, the best advice for littles, fashion and style, and everything in between. Get ready to get real. This is NOT YOUR MOMMA’S PODCAST.

Intro: 00:24

Background & experience 00:56

What is it to be a well balanced man? 03:32

What do you mean when you say motivation doesn’t show up, it’s created? 05:30

If it’s something you are passionate about and it scares you, go for it! 07:35

How is each person the cause of and solution to most of their own problems? 08:03

How is vulnerability a strength? 09:19

Life is messy but you don't have to clean it all up at once. Sometimes it starts with just clearing a path…explain that. 11:39

Four Go-To Questions 14:16

1- What and who inspires you?

2- What's a piece of wisdom you wish you'd known earlier?

3- Share the essential component of your daily routine.

4- Illuminate us with the best advice you've ever received.

Connect with Zach & Jeremy:

Website: Thefitmess.com  

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fitmessguys/ 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fitmessguys 

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCI4hazn4DFj8vYx1pG3-kkQ?view_as=subscriber 

The Francy Life - Not Your Momma’s Podcast Available Here: 

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Check Cristina Francy Out: 

Blog: https://cristinafrancy.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notyourmommas.podcast 

Amazon Store Front: https://www.amazon.com/shop/notyourmommas.podcast 

Email for collaborations: [email protected]   

ABOUT THE FRANCY LIFE- NOT YOUR MOMMA’S PODCAST I’m here to help empower women and pull back the curtain on expert’s advice for every area of our lives. Through a series of interviews, we will tackle everything from eating for wellness, the best advice for littles, fashion and style, and everything in between. Get ready to get real. This is NOT YOUR MOMMA’S PODCAST.

In this episode, we are speaking with Kathrine Louis, a Business & Mindset Mentor and Communication Expert for Female Leaders, Entrepreneurs, and Artists. She’s a mom of three, wife, dog mom and she loves fine cuisine, arts, music, and all of the nice things in life! It is her mission to empower women so that they become aware of their full potential and also successfully live in it 24/7! Setting goals and living the exceptional life you truly desire and deserve is something she teaches females in her mentoring. She has been an entrepreneur for almost 17 years and has learned the hard way that your mindset does not “only” determine your life – but definitely also your success.

Intro: 00:24

Background & experience 00:59

Your mindset can make or break anything in your life  03:10

How do you juggle everything you do?  04:22

Give yourself some grace 06:39

Why do you think mindset work is so important, especially for female entrepreneurs & executives? 07:35

Why do you think knowing our potential is so important?  09:06

What advice would you give someone trying to achieve their goals right now but don't know how to? 11:14

If something seems big and scary it's meant for you 13:08

Where to find Kathrine 15:30

Four Go-To Questions 15:49

1. Who and what inspires you?

2. What is something you wished you knew when you were younger?

3. What's the essential part of your daily routine? 

4. Best advice you’ve ever received?

Last words 18:57

Connect with Kathrine:

Website: https://kathrinelouis.com 

Podcast: https://kathrinelouis.com/category/podcast 

Free download: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/643aa3ae91697adb0edc90b2 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thekathrinelouis 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thekathrinelouis 

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kathrinelouis 

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Check Cristina Francy Out: 

Blog: https://cristinafrancy.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notyourmommas.podcast 

Amazon Store Front: https://www.amazon.com/shop/notyourmommas.podcast 

Email for collaborations: [email protected]   

ABOUT THE FRANCY LIFE- NOT YOUR MOMMA’S PODCAST I’m here to help empower women and pull back the curtain on expert’s advice for every area of our lives. Through a series of interviews, we will tackle everything from eating for wellness, the best advice for littles, fashion and style, and everything in between. Get ready to get real. This is NOT YOUR MOMMA’S PODCAST.

Because life is better with good love in it, Michelle Hoffmann guides you to attract high quality, relationship ready people, as well as navigate and enjoy all the right relationships in your life, without fear of repeating previous relationship mistakes, or not being ‘enough. Keynote Speaker, Life & Relationship Coach, Michelle Hoffmann is the International Best-Selling Author of five books “Life Worth Living,” “New Management Blueprint,” the “Find Love Now” Series, and program producer of “The Art of Relationshipping.” You can go from worried you’re not enough, to confident you are attracting everything you desire in life, personally and professionally. With Michelle’s coaching, you are ready to step into the person you envision becoming so you can attract the right attention, self-advocate, become visible, valued and valuable, competent and successful.

Intro: 00:24

Background & experience 00:52

When should someone reach out to a relationship coach? 01:56

How did Michelle become a relationship coach?  07:07

What’s the best way to start a conversation? 16:07 

Why chemistry is important 18:46

Is one dating site better than the other? 19:59

Four Go-To Questions 29:17:

1. Who and what inspires you?

2. What is something you wished you knew when you were younger?

3. What's the essential part of your daily routine? 

4. Best advice you’ve ever received?

Connect with Michelle:

Website: TheArtofRelationshipping.com 

“Essential Tips to Develop an Online Profile that Really Works” :  Relationshipping101.com 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Relationshipping101

Instagram: The_Art_Of_Relationshipping

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellebroslerhoffmann/

The Francy Life - Not Your Momma’s Podcast Available Here: 

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Check Cristina Francy Out: 

Blog: https://cristinafrancy.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notyourmommas.podcast 

Amazon Store Front: https://www.amazon.com/shop/notyourmommas.podcast 

Email for collaborations: [email protected]   

ABOUT THE FRANCY LIFE- NOT YOUR MOMMA’S PODCAST I’m here to help empower women and pull back the curtain on expert’s advice for every area of our lives. Through a series of interviews, we will tackle everything from eating for wellness, the best advice for littles, fashion and style, and everything in between. Get ready to get real. This is NOT YOUR MOMMA’S PODCAST.

In this episode, we are speaking with Dr. Kaleb Valdez, a birth chiropractor and the author of the best-selling book Starving Babies where he discusses the infant formula shortage, current trends in American birth intervention, and the obstacles many new mothers face through labor and delivery and establishing a breastmilk supply for their newborns. Starving Babies was the result of years of working with stressed and disconnected mothers and babies which came to a head with the recent national formula shortages, which only heightened the stress and strain on parents and newborns.

Key Points:

Intro: 00:24

Background & experience 01:12

How you became interested in becoming a birth chiropractor 05:11

What is connected birth? 08:40

What things did Cristina feel doctors were pushing on her? 11:02 

Where did you have the courage to not have fear about COVID? 11:57

What advice would you give to first time mothers? 17:24

Difficulties with insurance 19:58

The importance of everyone advocating 23:16

Four Go-To Questions 24:54:

1. Who and what inspires you?

2. What is something you wished you knew when you were younger?

3. What's the essential part of your daily routine? 

4. Best advice you’ve ever received?

Connect with Kaleb:

Website: starvingbabies.com  

Website: https://a.co/d/0vp1ggr 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kaleb-valdez-dc-33ab083b/ 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/starvingbabies/ 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100087852692487 

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Check Cristina Out: 

Blog: https://cristinafrancy.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notyourmommas.podcast 

Amazon Store Front: https://www.amazon.com/shop/notyourmommas.podcast 

Email for collaborations: [email protected]   

ABOUT THE FRANCY LIFE- NOT YOUR MOMMA’S PODCAST I’m here to help empower women and pull back the curtain on expert’s advice for every area of our lives. Through a series of interviews, we will tackle everything from eating for wellness, the best advice for littles, fashion and style, and everything in between. Get ready to get real. This is NOT YOUR MOMMA’S PODCAST.

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In this episode, we are speaking with Katie LaCelle. She is a lifelong seeker and recovering corporate executive who loves helping women thrive in business while prioritizing self-compassion and presence. She's passionate about mental health and trained in IFS, a trauma-informed therapy modality. She has a bachelor's in chemical engineering and a master's in leadership and deeply enjoys integrating all of her knowledge to meet and support people where they're at. In her spare time, she coaches and performs on the flying trapeze.

Intro: 00:24

Background & experience 00:59

What is internal family systems?  02:31

What are some common parts you see in women and how does that affect how we show up in the world?  04:46

How would clients use IFS to help them shift mindset blocks? 06:11 

What’s an example? 08:37

Understanding is key 11:25

What’s one thing listeners should take away from this episode? 13:52

Four Go-To Questions 15:03:

1. Who and what inspires you?

2. What is something you wished you knew when you were younger?

3. What's the essential part of your daily routine? 

4. Best advice you’ve ever received?

Connect with Katie:

Website: www.cressanallc.com 

Website: https://www.cressanallc.com/your-moment-of-peace 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cressanallc/ 

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Check Cristina Francy Out: 

Blog: https://cristinafrancy.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notyourmommas.podcast 

Amazon Store Front: https://www.amazon.com/shop/notyourmommas.podcast 

Email for collaborations: [email protected]   

ABOUT THE FRANCY LIFE- NOT YOUR MOMMA’S PODCAST I’m here to help empower women and pull back the curtain on expert’s advice for every area of our lives. Through a series of interviews, we will tackle everything from eating for wellness, the best advice for littles, fashion and style, and everything in between. Get ready to get real. This is NOT YOUR MOMMA’S PODCAST.

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In this episode, we are speaking with Avigail Gimple who earned her BA and graduate degree at Touro college graduate school for Special Education. She married Daniel Gimpel in 1998 while teaching 3rd grade in an inclusion classroom.  In this school, she developed a successful intervention program for her students struggling with ADHD symptoms. She and Daniel emigrated to Israel soon after their marriage.  Avigail earning advanced degrees in teaching children with Dyslexia and cognitive education for children with ADHD symptoms. In 2003, she and her husband, with three small children moved to Moscow, Russia.  She observed that kids with ADHD have very similar symptoms in New York, Jerusalem and Moscow.  Upon returning to Israel, she immersed herself in developing treatment options for ADHD for her own six kids and struggling students.  She built a teacher’s training program which she teaches at Hertzog college. She lectures in schools and to parent groups across Israel.  In private practice she educates parents to become ADHD coaches to their children. She is the author of HyperHealing, The Empowered Parent’s Complete Guide to Raising a Healthy Child with ADHD Symptoms (a #1 best seller on Amazon), and HyperHealing, Show me the Science! She  published her first book “HyperHealing” in 2021.  Her second book HyperHealing, Show me the Science will be available for pre-order in September 2022. 

Key Points:

Intro: 00:24

Background & experience 01:01

What causes ADHD?  04:33

How can someone overcome ADHD symptoms naturally and what are your thoughts on ADHD medication?  09:38

30 day challenge diet 11:15 

Doing a screen fast 11:30

The importance of gut health 13:20

Other alternatives from medication 17:27

What can parents and teachers do to help children overcome ADHD symptoms? 18:15

Being clear with classroom rules and the rewards and consequences. 19:13

Why using the number 8 can help 21:36

Any last words 22:22

Four Go-To Questions 23:14:

1. Who and what inspires you?

2. What is something you wished you knew when you were younger?

3. What's the essential part of your daily routine? 

4. Best advice you’ve ever received?

Connect with Avigail:

Website: www.hyperhealing.org 

LinkedIn: @AvigailGimpel

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hyperhealing.adhd/ 

Facebook: Avigail Gimpel

YouTube: HyperHealing Mom

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Check Cristina Francy Out: 

Blog: https://cristinafrancy.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notyourmommas.podcast 

Amazon Store Front: https://www.amazon.com/shop/notyourmommas.podcast 

Email for collaborations: [email protected]   

ABOUT THE FRANCY LIFE- NOT YOUR MOMMA’S PODCAST I’m here to help empower women and pull back the curtain on expert’s advice for every area of our lives. Through a series of interviews, we will tackle everything from eating for wellness, the best advice for littles, fashion and style, and everything in between. Get ready to get real. This is NOT YOUR MOMMA’S PODCAST.

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In this episode, we are speaking with board certified behavior analyst, Andrea Mathews, M.Ed. cofounded Family Framing: Autism Resources and Consulting with the goal of creating tailored coaching sessions and materials for parents so they can implement changes that fit their needs, home, child and lifestyle. 

Key Points:

Intro: 00:24

What got you interested in the autism field? 01:03

What is ABA?  04:13

What is your approach to coaching families with autistic children?  06:27

What is a recent success story?  09:32

Why are you the best option for parents who are looking for assistance with their autistic child? 13:16

Four Go-To Questions 15:54:

1. Who and what inspires you?

2. What is something you wished you knew when you were younger?

3. What's the essential part of your daily routine? 

4. Best advice you’ve ever received

Last words 23:21

Connect with Andrea:

Website: https://www.familyframingautism.com/ 

Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/family-framing-autism-resources-consulting/id1668930435 

Instagram: autismfamilyframing

Facebook: Family Framing: Autism Resources & Consulting

The Francy Life - Not Your Momma’s Podcast Available Here: 

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Check Cristina Francy Out: 

Blog: https://cristinafrancy.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notyourmommas.podcast 

Amazon Store Front: https://www.amazon.com/shop/notyourmommas.podcast 

Email for collaborations: [email protected]   

ABOUT THE FRANCY LIFE- NOT YOUR MOMMA’S PODCAST I’m here to help empower women and pull back the curtain on expert’s advice for every area of our lives. Through a series of interviews, we will tackle everything from eating for wellness, the best advice for littles, fashion and style, and everything in between. Get ready to get real. This is NOT YOUR MOMMA’S PODCAST.

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