This episode is layered.

In part one of this two-part series, Ebony takes listeners behind the scenes of her journey to becoming a bestselling author — a process that began long before writing the chapter itself.

Before Sedona.

Before the manuscript.

Before the words hit the page.

There was story mining.

In this deeply personal conversation, Ebony shares what it looked like to revisit painful memories, face the abuse she had only spoken about out loud before, and uncover the thread connecting her survival, healing, motherhood, and purpose.

This episode explores:

• What “story mining” actually is
• Why writing trauma feels different than speaking it
• The connection between self-trust and healing
• How surviving shaped the woman, coach, and mother she is today
• Why thriving begins when we stop abandoning ourselves in the middle of our story

If you’ve ever wondered how your pain connects to your purpose… this episode will meet you there.

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There are seasons where you feel like you can do it all…

…and then there are seasons where even the smallest things feel heavy.

In today’s episode, I’m sitting down with returning guest Samantha Edu, Licensed Professional Counselor and DEI practitioner , to talk about what it really looks like to slow down without losing yourself.

We’re unpacking:

• What it means to “meet the moment” instead of pushing through
• The difference between a “vase season” and a “teacup season”
• How self-abandonment shows up in subtle, everyday ways
• Why your body is always communicating with you (and how to listen)
• The power of doing one brave thing to begin healing

Have you been feeling stretched thin, disconnected from yourself, or like your capacity just isn’t what it used to be? This conversation will help you breathe again.

Connect with Samantha:

Website: SamanthaEdu.com

Instagram: @brownheartwellness

YouTube: Brown Heart TV

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What if the problem isn’t that you’re doing motherhood wrong — but that you’re carrying too much?

In this episode of Thrive Like a Mother, Ebony sits down with Amy Briggs, founder and CEO of Aviva, to talk about the invisible mental load of parenting and how intentional systems can create more space for joy, presence, and connection.

Amy shares how her work as a speech language pathologist, her lived experience as a mom, and what she witnessed in families during and after the pandemic led her to build a tool designed to relieve the constant scheduling pressure parents face.

This conversation covers:

• What the invisible mental load of motherhood really looks like
• Why moms often feel like they’re failing even when they’re doing so much
• How technology can support families without creating more overwhelm
• Why perfectionism keeps parents exhausted
• How creating more breathing room helps us become more present with our kids
• The connection between happier parents and happier children

If you’ve ever felt like the project manager of everyone’s life, this episode will make you feel seen.

🌿 Stay until the end for your Place to Land; a grounding reminder to carry into your week.

Connect with Amy:

Website: withaviva.com

Instagram: @with_aviva

LinkedIn: Amy Briggs

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There’s a part of the journey we don’t talk about enough.

The waiting.

The unknown.

The messy middle.

In this episode of Thrive Like a Mother, we’re diving into what it really looks like to stay grounded, nourished, and faithful when life isn’t fully making sense yet.

Inspired by the story of Abram and Sarai, this conversation explores why the waiting season can feel more physically and emotionally exhausting than we expect and how neglecting our needs can make it even heavier.

We talk about:

• Why the messy middle feels so draining (even when you’re “just waiting”)
• The connection between nourishment and obedience
• The 3 types of nourishment every mother needs: physical, mental, and spiritual
• How comparison and burnout creep in during waiting seasons
• Why community is the missing piece for sustaining you through it all

If you’ve been feeling tired, stretched thin, or questioning where you are in your journey… this episode will help you come back to yourself.

✨ And if you’re in Atlanta, you’re invited to experience this in real life at The Morning Table and Seasoned Conversations where food, faith, and community come together.

Remember:

The messy middle isn’t a punishment… it’s preparation.

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If you’ve ever felt like you’re doing everything on your own… this episode is for you.

In part two of this conversation with Laura Parr, we shift from identity and alignment into something just as important — community, support, and being seen.

Because the truth is, many of us aren’t actually alone…

we’re just focused on the people who aren’t showing up.

In this episode, we talk about:

• Why you may have more support than you realize
• How to stop giving power to people who aren’t in your corner
• The role of community in healing and growth
• Letting yourself be supported (without guilt)
• Showing up authentically and giving others permission to do the same
• The deeper meaning behind Seasoned Conversations

If you’ve been craving connection, feeling unseen, or questioning who’s really in your corner… this conversation will shift your perspective.

And if you're local to Atlanta, GA we'd love to see you at the table on May 9th at Seasoned Conversations.

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What happens when the life you worked so hard for… no longer feels right?

In this deeply honest and unfiltered conversation, I’m sitting down with one of my closest friends, Laura Parr, to talk about what it really looks like when something no longer fits. our job, your relationships, or even the identity you’ve been holding onto.

We talk about:

• The moment you realize you're no longer aligned
• Why feeling “not enough” often starts in childhood
• How your body signals when something is off
• Letting go of expired dreams without guilt
• Raising confident children by modeling self-trust
• Why your worth has nothing to do with your title

If you’ve been questioning your next move, feeling stuck, or wondering if it’s time to let something go… this episode will meet you right where you are.

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For a long time, I believed thriving was something I needed to figure out. Something I could think my way into.

But through motherhood, healing, and learning to listen to my body, I discovered something different. Thriving isn’t something you arrive at. It’s something you practice.

In this episode of Thrive Like a Mother, we talk about what it actually means to build a life that supports you instead of draining you. We explore how food, rest, emotions, and nervous system regulation are not afterthoughts , but the foundation of thriving.

In this episode you’ll learn:

• Why thriving starts in your body
• How ignoring your body’s signals keeps you stuck in survival mode
• Why mothers often disconnect from their own needs
• Small daily practices that help you move from surviving to thriving

I also share how learning to nourish my body, slow down, and respond to my needs has changed how I show up as a mother and entrepreneur.

And if food and meal planning feel like one of the biggest barriers to nourishing yourself right now, I share how my Kitchen Confidence Sessions help moms build real-life systems for feeding themselves and their families with ease.

Thriving isn’t perfection. It’s listening, responding, and practicing care for yourself again and again.

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What if aging wasn’t about decline… but refinement?

In this grounding and wisdom-filled conversation, Ebony sits down with holistic coach, plant-based wellness educator, and herbal supplement founder Keshila Jones to redefine what vitality truly means. Especially for women navigating motherhood, caregiving, entrepreneurship, and life transitions.

At 54, Keshila shares how she measures vitality through mental clarity, intentional rest, aligned movement, and spiritual connection.

Together, they unpack:

• Why sustainable wellness beats quick fixes
• How small daily habits create lasting lifestyle shifts
• What a holistic lifestyle really includes (it’s more than food)
• Listening to your body’s signals before burnout hits
• Gentle ways to start prioritizing your health without overwhelm
• How plant-based living and herbal support can complement your wellness journey

If you’ve been craving a grounded, realistic approach to feeling better in your body, then this episode is your invitation to begin.

You are not behind.

You are allowed to start today.

Connect with Keshila:

Instagram: @92plushealth

Website: 92plushealth.com

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We’ve been taught that speed equals success.

Move fast. Stay busy. Push through exhaustion.

And if you slow down? You’re falling behind.

But what if slowing down isn’t weakness, but wisdom?

In this episode of Thrive Like a Mother, Ebony shares a powerful reframe on rest, urgency, and what it really means to succeed as a woman and mother.

You’ll discover:

• How hustle culture keeps women stuck in survival mode
• Why your nervous system needs a slower pace to feel safe
• What it looks like to redefine success in different seasons of life

Through her personal journeys in pregnancy, motherhood, and entrepreneurship, Ebony explores how choosing presence over pressure creates space to heal, regulate, and truly thrive.

If you’ve been feeling exhausted, behind, or disconnected from yourself this conversation will feel like coming home.

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Motherhood can feel especially heavy when life is unpredictable and you’re carrying more than most people can see.

In today’s episode, Ebony sits down with Onesa Anozie (social worker, medical mother coach, author of She Found Peace, and mom of three) for a deeply honest conversation about what it means to keep going through uncertainty, release mom guilt, and redefine thriving in hard seasons.

Onesa shares her lived experience navigating long-term hospitalization and a kidney transplant journey with one of her twin boys. She offers practical, compassionate tools for self-compassion, resilience, and emotional regulation especially when you feel overwhelmed, overstimulated, or alone.

In this episode, we talk about:

• Holding grief and gratitude at the same time
• Redefining thriving beyond perfection or performance
• Self-compassion practices that strengthen resilience
• How community support can help you feel less alone
• Small, gentle steps to care for yourself when you’re depleted

🌿 Stay until the end for your Place to Land; a grounding reflection to help you exhale and carry peace into your week.

Connect with Onesa:

Instagram: @shefoundpeace & @onesaanozie

Websites: onesaanozie.com & shefoundpeace.com

Book: She Found Peace (available on Amazon)

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