Sharing The Middle

In this week’s episode of the podcast, we are so excited to share our first episode featuring Lacey’s husband, Joe. We discuss the challenges and successes of managing their home, especially with Lacey’s onset of chronic illness. Joe has stepped up in a massive way taking on many tasks, but there are still places that are causing strain for the household. We dive into all the details of the home and get a clear view of the challenges faced.

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In this episode, I talk about my personal struggles with creativity and how I've learned to embrace it in a healthy way. I also give advice on how to deal with toxic friendships and share some of my current favorite things, including a new Real Housewives reboot and some true crime podcasts.

If you're looking for some inspiration on how to navigate the messy middles of life, then this episode is for you. I also answer a listener's question about how to end a toxic friendship in a respectful way, so be sure to tune in.

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As I talked with Amanda Hofman, co-founder and CEO of Go To Market, a branded merchandise studio, we explored the idea of being stuck in a middle we know will end and downplaying our own pain. Amanda shared her love of fitness and competition, but also discussed her struggle with injuries and how they've affected her ability to participate in races and the impact it has had on her overall.

I appreciated Amanda’s candidness about her experience, but also the fact that this middle hasn’t ended and is still a struggle.

Amanda Hofman is the Co-Founder and CEO of Go To Market, a branded merchandise studio that focuses on sustainable, beautiful design. We create custom print-on-demand swag shops for companies and brands of all sizes.

She lives in NYC with her husband, two kids and rescue pup.

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In this mini episode of Sharing the Middle, we read an essay from the middle, give some unsolicited advice, and share some Lacey loves.

The essay is called "Ending of a Comfortable Middle," and it's all about how I learned to tune into my body and find acceptance in the process of dealing with health challenges. I talk about why labels can be both helpful and limiting, and how I'm learning to find peace in the messy middle of life.

For the Advice From The Mddl segment, I talk about the importance of trying even when it's scary, and how progress is not always linear. And in my Lacey loves, I share some of my favorite Amazon products for home automation and organization, as well as my partnership with Happy Curves.

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Welcome to No Shame in the Home Game podcast, where we talk about how your house feels, not what it looks like. We're here to help you manage your home so that it feels good and works for you. Our first episode is all about us, and we discuss our backgrounds, our unique experiences, and how we came to create this podcast.

We share personal stories and childhood rules that shaped our views on home management. We also talk about how we don't believe in following a mold and encourage listeners to embrace their unique identities. We believe that your home should reflect who you are, and we're here to help you figure out how to make your space feel cozy and comfortable.

Our podcast is full of laughter, and we hope that our listeners can join us in our misfit club. We discuss how we're different from other home management podcasts and how we focus on how your home feels. We hope to create a community of people who don't fit into a mold and are looking for ways to create a space that feels good to them.

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In this episode of my podcast, I chat with Delia Pena-Gay, a podcast host and blogger originally from the Bronx. Delia shares her experience of feeling like she was in the middle of a lot of things in her life, including her career and navigating the fast-paced environment of New York City. She talks about how she would have emotional breakdowns every time she left her house, and how she realized she needed to take care of her mental health.

We discuss the concept of the "middle" and how it can be a feeling rather than just a time-based thing. Delia shares her middle moment and how it helped her realize that something was off in her life. We also chat about the power of the mind and how important it is to take care of our mental health.

Delia Peña-Gay is a freelance blogger and podcaster from New York, paving her way in personal development. Delia’s journey started with a quest to find local Black-Owned businesses in the Bronx and morphed into a healing journey.

As a former dental assistant for nearly a decade, Delia pays attention to detail and is committed to exuding excellence throughout her life. Her leadership qualities and positive attitude empower women in their 30s to achieve their goals.

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In this week's mini-episode, I'm talking about my family vacation and the struggles that came with it. I share how it was different this year without my grandma, who was the backbone of our trip, and how I'm processing the grief of losing her. As someone who is chronically ill and newly disabled, I also talk about how traveling can be challenging for me and how I'm learning to embrace the messy middle of being in a new place. I also get personal and share how losing my job has been impacting me and how I've been struggling with being open about it. I talk about the fear of being judged and the pressure to always be an overachiever, but also the importance of sharing my story and being vulnerable.

To wrap up the episode, I share some of my favorite things from my vacation, including roll-on sunscreen and packing cubes that made packing and unpacking a breeze.

If you're someone who has experienced grief or struggles with being vulnerable, this episode is for you. Join me as we navigate the messy middles of life together.

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I recently had the pleasure of chatting with Jenna Hermans on my podcast and I'm excited for you to listen.

During our conversation, Jenna talked about the importance of being in tune with your own energy levels and using that knowledge to make decisions about the people and activities in your life. She suggested rating your energy levels on a scale of 0 to 5 before and after spending time with certain people or doing certain things, and using that information to make choices that benefit your overall well-being.

We also discussed the concept of courage and how it doesn't always have to involve big, bold actions. Jenna reminded us that making small, intentional choices that align with our values and goals can also be courageous.

Overall, I found Jenna's insights to be incredibly valuable and thought-provoking. If you're interested in learning more about how to live a more intentional, energized life, I highly recommend giving this episode a listen.

Jenna Hermans is living proof that you can create a life of calm within chaos and overwhelm. She uses her bachelor’s degree in psychology, master’s degree in organizational management, and over fifteen years of human resources experience to build strong teams, both at work and at home. Jenna is the co-founder of Be Courageous, busy mom of 4, coach and author. As seen in Forbes, The Sun, Entertainment Tonight, Yahoo, and more, Jenna takes an intentional and inclusive approach to developing life hacks that help others go from 'Chaos to Calm,' which doubles as the title of the momtrepreneur's newest book that launched on May 2, 2023.

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In this episode, we have a lot to cover. First, I'll read an article from The Mddl that talks about the ongoing struggle between consistency and self-acceptance.

Next, we'll be giving advice to a listener who's feeling overwhelmed this summer. We understand how tough it can be to balance the desire to enjoy the season with the need to take care of responsibilities. They’ve got FOMO and I have ideas on how to battle it.

And of course, we'll be ending the episode with my Lacey Loves product of the week: the Beis travel bag. This stylish and practical bag is perfect for anyone who's always on the go. It has plenty of room for all your essentials, and it's made from high-quality materials that will last for years to come.

00:00 Intro

00:53 Reading From The Mddl

04:28 Advice From TheMddl

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I had the pleasure of chatting with Kim O'Hara who played a huge role in my journey with The Mddl. Kim is a writer and book coach, who gave me the confidence to start sharing my own writing.

Kim is also actively working towards creating safe spaces for survivors of sexual assault to share their stories. During our conversation, she shared how she was able to cultivate events of joy around topics that are often surrounded by shame and stigma.

Kim also talked about the importance of inviting people in and being open to receive what they have to give. She shared her own experiences of learning to accept help and support from others, even when it felt uncomfortable.

One of the highlights of our conversation was when Kim opened up about her love letters and how she stopped perpetuating patterns in her relationships. She shared her personal journey of self-discovery and how she was able to break free from old habits that were holding her back.

If you're interested in reading more of Kim's work, be sure to check out her Inner Circle column and kimohara.com.

Thanks for tuning in to this episode, and I hope you found it as inspiring and thought-provoking as I did. Until next time!

Author and Book Coach Kim O’Hara has guided over 40+ clients through the daunting journey of book writing and publishing. Her self-help book No Longer Denying Sexual Abuse: Making The Choices That Can Change Your life, is available as of February 2023 and she hosts a bi-monthly free teaching series on line No Longer Abused. She has contributed to the LA Times as well as prestigious literary journals as an essayist. She has a podcast You Should Write A Book About That and writes a weekly Substack column called The Inner Circle.

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