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What does “having it all” actually look like as a mom, entrepreneur, and woman navigating real life?

In this honest, refreshing, and fun conversation, Mary Dibble sits down with Deanna, president of Blue Duck Agency, and senior executive Ashley Ruggieri to talk about motherhood, business, personal growth, and building a life that actually works for you.

Together, they share their unique career journeys, how they found themselves in the marketing world, and what makes Blue Duck Agency different from traditional agencies—bringing strategy, execution, and authentic human connection to the forefront.

✨ In this episode, we talk about:

• Balancing motherhood and entrepreneurship
• Letting go of perfection and embracing authenticity
• Redefining what “having it all” really means
• The power of showing up imperfectly online
• Creating healthy work-life boundaries and giving yourself grace
• Why vulnerability and personality matter in business
• Modeling emotional intelligence and accountability for your children
• Building a business culture rooted in real connection

This conversation is filled with laughter, honesty, wisdom, and reminders that you don’t have to have everything figured out to create something meaningful.

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Deanna Dolecki and Ashley Ruggeri are the voices behind Ducks Unplugged, a podcast where generational perspectives collide in candid, unscripted conversation. Deanna, President of Blue Duck Agency, brings 25+ years of experience leading brands and navigating life’s bigger transitions, while Ashley, a senior marketing executive and Millennial mom, offers a sharp, grounded take on balancing career, family, and everything in between. Together, they dive into work, relationships, parenting, and pop culture with honesty, humor, and strong opinions—no scripts, no filters. The result is a refreshingly real conversation that delivers insight, perspective, and the kind of connection that feels like catching up with a friend.

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Website: https://www.blueduckagency.com/ 

Ashley’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashley-ruggeri/ 

Deanna’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deanna-dolecki-45b2482/ 

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Join Mary live Wednesday, October 21 at 12 PM ET for Why You Keep Falling Back. This free workshop is for the mom who knows what needs to change but loses that clarity when life feels stressful or overwhelming. Choose one real pattern, learn a simple way to pause before repeating it, and leave with one meaningful next step you can realistically follow through on. 

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What does it really look like to rebuild your life… after everything you thought it would be changes?

In this deeply moving and inspiring episode of Radiant Mom Rising, Mary Dibble sits down with Sabrina Sales-Bachelor—executive underwriter, entrepreneur, and founder of Sassy and Inspirational—to share her powerful journey of resilience, growth, and becoming.

From navigating a difficult early marriage and stepping into single motherhood… to rebuilding her life, finding love again, and continuing to rise through unexpected loss and life transitions—Sabrina’s story is one of strength, courage, and unwavering determination.

✨ In this episode, we talk about:

• Rising through adversity and creating a stronger, more independent life
• Navigating motherhood while healing and rebuilding
• The importance of boundaries, communication, and self-respect
• Letting yourself grow, evolve, and start again—without shame
• Parenting with intention and raising independent, confident kids
• Showing up for your dreams even while working a full-time career
• Giving yourself grace and celebrating small wins along the way

Sabrina also shares how she built her custom gift business and inspirational subscription as a way to spread encouragement and create meaningful connection for women.

This conversation is a reminder that no matter where you’ve been… you can rise, rebuild, and create something beautiful.

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Sabrina Sales-Batchelor is the founder of Sassy & Inspirational LLC, a woman-owned gift basket and stationery brand centered on encouragement, creativity, and meaningful connection. In addition to running her business, she works full-time as an executive underwriter and is a devoted mom who understands the realities of balancing career, entrepreneurship, and life’s many responsibilities.

Her journey into inspirational work began during a season as a single mother navigating stress, uncertainty, and constant change. During that time, Sabrina created a blog called Single Mom Inspirations, where she shared encouragement and reminders that growth is possible even through life’s most challenging seasons. That experience continues to shape the heart behind everything she creates today.

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Join Mary live Wednesday, October 21 at 12 PM ET for Why You Keep Falling Back. This free workshop is for the mom who knows what needs to change but loses that clarity when life feels stressful or overwhelming. Choose one real pattern, learn a simple way to pause before repeating it, and leave with one meaningful next step you can realistically follow through on. 

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What if the reason you feel stuck… overwhelmed… or disconnected isn’t because you’re doing something wrong—but because you’ve slowly lost connection with yourself?

In this powerful and honest episode, Mary Dibble opens up about the subtle ways moms begin to drift from who they are while carrying the mental load of everyday life.

From washing dishes that never seem to end to managing everyone else’s needs, this conversation dives into what’s really happening beneath the surface—why so many moms feel scattered, depleted, and unsure of what they want anymore.

Inside this episode, you’ll learn:

•  What “identity drift” is and how it happens in motherhood 
•  The difference between being unmotivated vs. disconnected 
•  How self-abandonment can show up in everyday life 
•  Why you don’t need more discipline—you need reconnection 
•  Simple ways to start coming back to yourself (without overwhelm) 

If you’ve ever felt like you’re doing everything… but still feel off—this episode will help you understand why, and where to begin.

This is part 1 of the Identity Reset Series—a special series leading into something powerful Mary is building for moms ready to reclaim themselves and create lives they feel truly alive in.

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Join Mary live Wednesday, October 21 at 12 PM ET for Why You Keep Falling Back. This free workshop is for the mom who knows what needs to change but loses that clarity when life feels stressful or overwhelming. Choose one real pattern, learn a simple way to pause before repeating it, and leave with one meaningful next step you can realistically follow through on. 

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What if building a successful business didn’t require constant hustle, social media overwhelm, or sacrificing your time with your family?

In this powerful and refreshing conversation, Mary Dibble sits down with Jenny Suneson—podcast strategist, production company owner, and mom—to talk about what it really looks like to build a sustainable business as a mother.

After nearly a decade in the online space, Jenny shares how becoming a mom during the pandemic forced her to completely redesign her business—moving from overworked and stretched thin to intentional, simplified, and aligned.

✨ In this episode, we talk about:

• Building a business as a mom without burnout
• Creating a sustainable work schedule (even a 20-hour workweek)
• Why podcasting is one of the most powerful “low lift” visibility tools
• Growing a business without relying heavily on social media
• Using systems, AI, and simplified offers to create ease
• Letting go of perfection and taking messy, aligned action
• Prioritizing presence with your family while still growing your business

This conversation is a breath of fresh air for any mom who wants success—but not at the cost of her peace. 

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Jenny Suneson helps mom entrepreneurs build sustainable businesses in 20 hours or less using podcasting as their main visibility strategy. She teaches moms how to grow without burnout, social media dependency, or big teams. 

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Website: https://www.podcastingformoms.co 

Join Mary live Wednesday, October 21 at 12 PM ET for Why You Keep Falling Back. This free workshop is for the mom who knows what needs to change but loses that clarity when life feels stressful or overwhelming. Choose one real pattern, learn a simple way to pause before repeating it, and leave with one meaningful next step you can realistically follow through on. 

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Why do so many moms feel like they’re constantly overwhelmed… even when they’re doing everything they’re “supposed” to?

In this powerful panel-style episode of Radiant Mom Rising, Mary Dibble is joined by Mary Beth (Fierce Framework Podcast) and Shauna B (Release Your Inner Power Podcast) to have a real, honest conversation about burnout, boundaries, and the myth of having it all together.

Together, they unpack what burnout actually looks like, why so many women feel like they’re failing, and how unrealistic expectations keep moms stuck in cycles of exhaustion and overwhelm.

✨ In this episode, we talk about:

• The real signs of burnout (that most moms ignore)
• Why feeling overwhelmed doesn’t mean you’re failing
• How to set boundaries without guilt or over-explaining
• Letting go of the pressure to “have it all together”
• How to quiet your inner critic (“training the dragon”)
• Redefining balance in a way that actually works for your life
• Simple ways to prioritize your energy and prevent burnout

This episode is your reminder that you’re not behind… and you’re not doing it wrong.

You’ve just been trying to do too much without the support you deserve.

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Shauna B is a Life Reinvention and Empowerment Coach, Mom of 3, Podcast Host and Adventure Seeker. Below are ways to connect more with her resources, and freebies. If you loved this episode leave a review or send her a quick message.  ~ 

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MaryBeth is on a mission to help women become fierce through messy action, baby steps, and cultivating confidence. As a self-diagnosed AuDHDer, she has a passion for helping neurospicy entrepreneurs succeed, and uses her lived experience to offer solutions and alternatives to the standard advice that doesn’t always work for us. Her goal is to help women break out of the box society says they're supposed to fit into and start living a life that lights them up. 

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MaryBeth’s offerings: https://linkin.bio/thefierceframework 

Join Mary live Wednesday, October 21 at 12 PM ET for Why You Keep Falling Back. This free workshop is for the mom who knows what needs to change but loses that clarity when life feels stressful or overwhelming. Choose one real pattern, learn a simple way to pause before repeating it, and leave with one meaningful next step you can realistically follow through on. 

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Ever feel uncomfortable talking about what you offer… even when you know it could help someone?

In this honest and empowering mini episode, Mary Dibble unpacks the deeper reason selling can feel so hard for women—especially moms building something meaningful.

This isn’t a conversation about sales tactics.

It’s about identity, self-worth, visibility, and the hidden beliefs that may be keeping you from sharing your gifts boldly.

In this episode, you’ll explore:

•  Why selling can feel emotionally loaded 
•  How fear of rejection and people-pleasing may be affecting your growth 
•  A powerful mindset reframe that turns “selling” into serving 
•  Simple journal prompts to help you rewrite your beliefs around money, value, and being seen 
•  Why owning what you offer may be the very thing that unlocks the life you say you want 

If you’ve ever held back from sharing your work, your dream, or your offer because you didn’t want to come off pushy… this one is for you. 

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Join Mary live Wednesday, October 21 at 12 PM ET for Why You Keep Falling Back. This free workshop is for the mom who knows what needs to change but loses that clarity when life feels stressful or overwhelming. Choose one real pattern, learn a simple way to pause before repeating it, and leave with one meaningful next step you can realistically follow through on. 

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 What if the reason you feel overwhelmed… isn’t because you’re doing too much—but because your nervous system is overloaded?

In this powerful episode of Radiant Mom Rising, Mary Dibble sits down with licensed professional counselor, somatic educator, and mom of four, Layne Burkette, to explore how moms can move out of survival mode and into calm, clarity, and connection—without adding more to their already full plates.

Through her “Breathe, Move, Heal” approach, Layne shares simple, in-the-moment tools to regulate your nervous system, reduce reactivity, and expand your capacity to handle life, motherhood, and business with more ease.

✨ In this episode, we talk about:

• Nervous system regulation for moms and why it matters
• How to move out of overwhelm, burnout, and survival mode
• The connection between your body, emotions, and decision-making
• Expanding your “window of tolerance” for more peace and clarity
• Inner child healing and re-parenting yourself
• Simple somatic tools you can use throughout your day
• How to support your kids through co-regulation

Layne also guides you through three powerful practices you can start using immediately to feel more grounded, present, and in control.

If you’ve been feeling anxious, reactive, disconnected, or mentally exhausted… this episode will give you the tools and understanding you’ve been missing. 

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Layne Burkette is a Licensed Professional Counselor, yoga and somatic skills teacher, author, and loving mother of 4. She helps busy parents, caregivers, and professionals reconnect with themselves through practical, embodied tools for healing and balance. Through a blend of counseling, breathwork, gentle movement, and mindfulness, Layne guides others to regulate their nervous systems, restore emotional balance, and cultivate grounded, compassionate presence — both for themselves and those they love.

I am passionate about this work, and LOVE helping others to grow, become more regulated, and to feel more aligned in their lives, work, and families. 

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What if making more money… wasn’t the real solution?

In this powerful episode of Radiant Mom Rising, Mary Dibble sits down with money and abundance coach Scarlett Stanhope (The Biz Hippie) to unpack the deeper truth behind money, success, and why so many women still feel stuck—even when they’re doing everything “right.”

Scarlett shares her journey from high-achieving burnout—working hard, saving money, and checking all the boxes—to realizing that true abundance isn’t just about income… it’s about your relationship with money, safety, and self-worth.

Together, we explore how scarcity beliefs, fear of receiving, and “starving artist syndrome” show up for moms and entrepreneurs—and what it really takes to shift into a place of financial peace and possibility.

✨ In this episode, we talk about:

• Money mindset for moms and entrepreneurs
• Breaking scarcity patterns and limiting beliefs around money
• Why more income doesn’t always create abundance
• Healing burnout and redefining success
• The connection between self-worth, safety, and financial growth
• Practical steps to feel more in control of your money
• Combining inner work with aligned action for real results

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected when it comes to money… this episode will open your eyes to what’s really going on—and what’s possible for you. 

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Scarlett Stanhope, aka The Biz Hippie, teaches coaches to conquer their finances and own their worth so they can be fully supported by the work they love! Scarlett harnessed the power of money to break free from her workaholic career path and pursue her dreams. She uses a combination of tangible money management strategies as well as a variety of coaching techniques to help her clients transform their mindset and relationship to money, allowing them to strategically achieve their goals.

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Join Mary live Wednesday, October 21 at 12 PM ET for Why You Keep Falling Back. This free workshop is for the mom who knows what needs to change but loses that clarity when life feels stressful or overwhelming. Choose one real pattern, learn a simple way to pause before repeating it, and leave with one meaningful next step you can realistically follow through on. 

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What happens when you look at your child… and realize how far you’ve both come?

In this heartfelt minisode of Radiant Mom Rising, Mary Dibble shares a deeply personal reflection as her son turns 18—bringing up emotions, memories, and powerful realizations about motherhood, growth, and becoming.

From navigating early motherhood while still figuring herself out… to witnessing the young man her son has become today, this episode is a reminder of something so many moms forget:

You’ve grown more than you give yourself credit for.

✨ Inside this short but powerful episode:

• A raw reflection on motherhood and how fast it all goes 
 • The emotional reality of raising kids while still healing yourself
 • A simple but powerful reflection exercise every mom needs
 • Why your growth matters more than perfection
 • A reminder that you’re not behind—you’re becoming

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, emotional, or unsure if you’re doing enough as a mom…

This episode will meet you right where you are 💛

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Join Mary live Wednesday, October 21 at 12 PM ET for Why You Keep Falling Back. This free workshop is for the mom who knows what needs to change but loses that clarity when life feels stressful or overwhelming. Choose one real pattern, learn a simple way to pause before repeating it, and leave with one meaningful next step you can realistically follow through on. 

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What if the life you’re craving… could start in the small pockets of time you already have?

In this episode of Radiant Mom Rising, Mary Dibble sits down with Becky Beach of MomBeach.com to talk about how she went from a toxic job environment to building a thriving online business through blogging, digital products, and consistent action as a busy mom.

Starting with simple blog posts and printables, Becky grew her platform to over 300,000 monthly pageviews—eventually replacing her income and leaving her job.

And she didn’t do it with unlimited time or perfect conditions.

She did it in the margins.

✨ In this episode, we talk about:

• How to start a blog and digital product business as a busy mom
• Creating passive income through printables, courses, and online offers
• Using small “time pockets” to build momentum (even with kids at home)
• Overcoming perfectionism and taking imperfect action
• Validating your ideas with market research to avoid burnout
• Handling criticism, unsubscribes, and self-doubt in business
• Why your “why” matters more than motivation
• Tools like Canva, email marketing, and AI for scaling your business

If you’ve been dreaming about starting a business from home, creating more flexibility, or building income on your terms…

This episode will show you what’s possible.

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Becky Beach is a million-dollar digital product seller and coach at CoachBeckyBeach.com. With her innovative strategies and expert coaching, Becky has not only carved a niche for herself but has also been featured in prestigious publications like Business Insider and Forbes. Fueled by her passion for empowering entrepreneurs, she's dedicated to helping others build and scale their own digital product businesses to new heights of success. Residing in the vibrant Dallas, Texas area, Becky's life is full of inspiration and joy, shared with her husband, son, and their three adorable furbabies. Join Becky to transform your digital ideas into lucrative realities that sparkle with potential!

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Join Mary live Wednesday, October 21 at 12 PM ET for Why You Keep Falling Back. This free workshop is for the mom who knows what needs to change but loses that clarity when life feels stressful or overwhelming. Choose one real pattern, learn a simple way to pause before repeating it, and leave with one meaningful next step you can realistically follow through on. 

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