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Katy Harvey, a registered dietitian, shares her personal and professional journey from the diet culture to embracing intuitive eating and body acceptance. Katy talks about how her own relationship with food has evolved and how she now helps women and mothers navigate their complex relationships with food and body image. We also discuss the importance of modeling a healthy attitude towards food and body image for our children, and why dieting often leads to more harm than good. Katy offers practical insights for cultivating a positive relationship with food, regardless of body size, and emphasizes the need for self-compassion in our health journeys.
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Keywords: Intuitive eating, Diet culture, Body positivity, Nutrition, Eating disorders, Health at every size, Food freedom, Motherhood, Body image, Self-compassion, Parenting, Women's health
Key Takeaways:
The Danger of Diet Culture: Dieting often leads to yo-yo weight loss, metabolic damage, and poor body image. A sustainable approach to health focuses on nourishing your body without being tied to the scale.
Intuitive Eating: Katy emphasizes the importance of listening to your bodyâs cues for hunger and fullness, and how intuitive eating can help break free from restrictive food rules.
Raising Healthy Eaters: As parents, itâs crucial to model a healthy relationship with food for our children, avoiding the harmful language around dieting and body image.
The Balancing Act of Health: Katy shares how we can balance a desire for health improvements with body acceptance, without resorting to dieting or restrictive behaviors.
The Role of Therapy: Katy discusses how therapy helped her address her own struggles with food, and how itâs essential for anyone struggling with disordered eating.
Key Quotes:
âThe sooner we can get off that dieting roller coaster and make peace with ourselves, the better.â â Katy Harvey
âYou cannot judge a book by its cover. We all know this, right? You canât tell by just looking at a personâs body, what they eat, how much they eat, whether or not they exercise.â â Katy Harvey
âHealth-promoting behaviors do not need to include going on a diet. They can be about nourishing your body with what it needs, listening to your hunger cues, and moving in a way that feels good.â â Katy Harvey
âDieting is the number one predictor of weight gain, not weight loss.â â Katy Harvey
âThe key to body acceptance is learning to honor your body, no matter its size or shape.â â Katy Harvey
Resources Mentioned:
Rebuilding Trust with Your Body Podcast: Katyâs own podcast that explores intuitive eating, body image, and related topics.
Katyâs Website: She shares some amazing FREE resources and tools and you can connect with her 1:1 to get the support to make friends with your body and break free from dieting cycles.
Intuitive Eating Workbook: Recommended by Katy for those wanting to learn more about intuitive eating and improve their relationship with food.
Intuitive Eating Book: By Evelyn Tribole and Elyse Resch â a comprehensive guide to understanding intuitive eating.
About Your Host:
Amy Grace is the heart behind Everyday Supermoms, a podcast that inspires and empowers mothers by sharing diverse stories of resilience and connection. As a licensed therapist, she supports moms through all stages of motherhood with transformative therapy intensives and signature courses like The Motherhood Mindset Reset and Create Your Own Motherhood. A mom of six, Amy draws from her own journeyâfrom single parenting to blended familiesâto create a community where mothers can embrace their unique paths with confidence and grace.
For More Info and your FREE Embracing Your Inner Supermom Workbook visit www.everydaysupermoms.com
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Summary:In this mini episode, Amy Grace talks about setting intentional, grace-based goals for the year ahead. With a focus on progress, not perfection, she discusses how we can set realistic, meaningful goals that nurture ourselves, our families, and our kids. Amy emphasizes the importance of taking small, consistent steps rather than aiming for perfection and shares how to avoid the trap of unrealistic resolutions. Whether it's carving out time for self-care, improving family routines, or helping kids grow in their unique ways, this episode offers guidance and encouragement for Supermoms to embrace the new year with grace.
Keywords:Goal setting, New Year intentions, Supermoms, Family goals, Self-care for moms, Growth mindset, Setting resolutions, Parenting goals, Personal development, Progress not perfection, Mindful goal setting, Empowered motherhood
Key Takeaways:
Grace-Based Goal Setting: Focus on setting goals that are sustainable and flexible, rather than rigid resolutions that are easy to break.
Progress Over Perfection: The journey of goal-setting is about growth and learning, not about achieving everything perfectly within a set timeline.
Intentional Family Goals: Set one goal with your family in mind, whether itâs creating new traditions or spending quality time together.
Supporting Kids' Growth: Reflect on what you want for your childrenâs growth and create an environment where they can thrive and learn.
Adjusting and Resetting Goals: Life happens. If you donât achieve something in the time you hoped, reset and adjust your goals without feeling defeated.
Key Quotes:
âA goal should be something you can nurture, not something thatâs easy to fail.â â Amy Grace
âYou can always reset, reframe, and keep going. Progress isnât linear, and thatâs okay.â â Amy Grace
âYour goals donât have to be grand to be important. Itâs the small, consistent steps that lead to big change.â â Amy Grace
âTake it slow. Write down one personal goal, one family goal, and one goal for each of your kids. Keep it simple, keep it meaningful.â â Amy Grace
âRemember, Supermoms do amazing things, but they do them one small step at a time.â â Amy Grace
About Your Host:
Amy Grace is the heart behind Everyday Supermoms, a podcast that inspires and empowers mothers by sharing diverse stories of resilience and connection. As a licensed therapist, she supports moms through all stages of motherhood with transformative therapy intensives and signature courses like The Motherhood Mindset Reset and Create Your Own Motherhood. A mom of six, Amy draws from her own journeyâfrom single parenting to blended familiesâto create a community where mothers can embrace their unique paths with confidence and grace.
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For More Info and your FREE Embracing Your Inner Supermom Workbook visit www.everydaysupermoms.com
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Amy Grace has courses designed for moms to help them thrive in motherhood and be the best mom they can be. Check out her Courses and Love your Motherhood!
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In this episode of Everyday Supermoms, Amy Grace speaks with Katesha Reid, MS, LPC, a therapist, author, and mother, about rediscovering yourself as a mom and navigating anxiety. Katesha shares her story of managing anxiety during pregnancy, balancing motherhood with personal growth, and embracing both motherhood and individuality. She discusses her book, Beyond Someoneâs Something, which encourages mothers to validate their feelings and reclaim their identity. This conversation is a powerful reminder that itâs okay to prioritize yourself and reconnect with the passions and joys that make you who you are.Key Takeaways:Rediscovering Yourself as a Mom: Embracing the âandâ in motherhoodâbeing both a mom and an individual with passions and goalsâis essential for personal growth and fulfillment.
The Impact of Anxiety: Katesha reflects on how anxiety shaped her early motherhood experiences and how she learned to manage it over time.
Validation and Self-Care: The importance of validating your own feelings as a mother and giving yourself permission to take care of your needs, even when societal pressure suggests otherwise.
Generational Expectations: Katesha shares how societal and generational expectations shaped her early motherhood experience and how she learned to redefine them.
Creating Balance: How balancing motherhood, personal growth, and relationships doesnât mean giving 100% to everything but instead creating harmony and prioritizing what truly matters.
Key Quotes:
âI wasnât Katesha, I was a shell. I was a wife and a mom, but I had allowed my light to dim down.â â Katesha Reid
âItâs not that I didnât like being a mom, it was that I missed myself.â â Katesha Reid
âI have to trust myself that I know how to make competent decisions for my family.â â Katesha Reid
âNow that I'm a mom, it's even more important that I take care of me on all levels so that I can be the best mom for this amazing child that I have brought into the world.â- Katesha Reid
About Katesha Reid:
Katesha Reid, known as KD, is a Licensed Professional Counselor, speaker, best-selling author, loving wife, mother, and faithful vessel of God. She holds a Masterâs in Community Counseling from Jacksonville State University and a Bachelorâs from The University of Alabama. With nearly 15 years of experience, KD has dedicated herself to guiding women to rediscover themselves, helping organizations address burnout, and supporting faith-based communities in integrating therapy with spirituality. As the author of Beyond Someoneâs Something, she inspires women to dream big, prioritize self-care, and reclaim their identities with confidence and grace.Book: Beyond Someoneâs Something: A short read and Amazon bestseller by Katesha Reid, designed to help women rediscover their identity and overcome feelings of unfulfillment.
Website:https://www.urmorethansbm.com/: Visit Kateshaâs website for more information about her book and resources to help you reconnect with your true self.
Social Media: Find Katesha on TikTok and Instagram @beyondsomeonessomething under Beyond Someoneâs Something and on Facebook
About Your Host:
Amy Grace is the heart behind Everyday Supermoms, a podcast that inspires and empowers mothers by sharing diverse stories of resilience and connection. As a licensed therapist, she supports moms through all stages of motherhood with transformative therapy intensives and signature courses like The Motherhood Mindset Reset and Create Your Own Motherhood. A mom of six, Amy draws from her own journeyâfrom single parenting to blended familiesâto create a community where mothers can embrace their unique paths with confidence and grace.
For More Info and your FREE Embracing Your Inner Supermom Workbook visit www.everydaysupermoms.com
Keywords: Rediscovering yourself, Anxiety in motherhood, Personal growth, Self-care for moms, Breaking generational cycles, Validation in motherhood, Harmony in life, Beyond motherhood, Beyond Someoneâs Something, Identity as a mom
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In this mini-episode, I am sharing my tips and tricks to debrief and recover from the holidays for the moms who make it all happen.
I am experimenting with having these shorter episodes in addition to my long-form interviews with amazing Everyday Supermoms. I would LOVE your feedback. Click HERE for a quick one question survey about whether you like the shorter episodes. I am going to try them out for a month and see how it goes.
Here's the tips from today's episode:
1) Celebrate, rest and recover.
2) Debrief the events- do a post-game analysis of what you liked or didn't like. What do you want to repeat and what do you want to avoid.
3) Give yourself some downtime- no need to rush to get the house back to pre-holiday status.
4) Be slow to return to routine. Rest more, schedule less, give yourself some grace!
5) Create a holiday notes file and then set a reminder in November of 2025 to review the notes and make the changes you want to make to that next holiday season you have even more to celebrate!
Share this episode to any mama you know who could benefit from a holiday debrief.
About Your Host:
Amy Grace is the heart behind Everyday Supermoms, a podcast that inspires and empowers mothers by sharing diverse stories of resilience and connection. As a licensed therapist, she supports moms through all stages of motherhood with transformative therapy intensives and signature courses like The Motherhood Mindset Reset and Create Your Own Motherhood. A mom of six, Amy draws from her own journeyâfrom single parenting to blended familiesâto create a community where mothers can embrace their unique paths with confidence and grace.
For More Info and your FREE Embracing Your Inner Supermom Workbook visit www.everydaysupermoms.com
Never Miss an Episode: Join the email list to receive weekly updates including podcast episode summaries, tips for moms and more. Sign up Here
Amy Grace has courses designed for moms to help them thrive in motherhood and be the best mom they can be. Check out her Courses and Love your Motherhood!
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In this powerful episode of Everyday Supermoms, I sit down with my friend Julie to discuss the challenges and triumphs of motherhood, personal healing, and the power of intentionality in shaping the future for our kids. Julie opens up about her difficult childhood experiences, her journey through motherhood, and the incredible impact of breaking generational patterns. She shares how she worked through mental health struggles, including postpartum depression and anxiety, and how she intentionally built a family culture based on connection, communication, and love. This conversation is a heartfelt reminder that itâs never too late to heal, grow, and change the narrative for future generations.
Key Takeaways:
Breaking Generational Cycles: Julie shares how she worked to break free from the unhealthy patterns she experienced in her childhood, choosing a healthier, more loving approach to motherhood.
The Importance of Intentionality: Whether it's through family traditions or fostering open communication, Julie emphasizes the importance of intentionality in creating a nurturing family environment.
Self-Healing and Growth: Healing from past wounds is an ongoing process, and Julieâs commitment to personal growth has created a positive impact on her relationship with her children and grandchildren.
Mental Health Awareness: Julie openly discusses her struggles with postpartum depression, anxiety, and the importance of seeking help when needed.
Building Traditions: Julie and her husband have created meaningful family rituals, such as Friday night movie nights, that have fostered closeness, laughter, and a sense of belonging in their family.
Keywords: Generational healing, Intentional motherhood, Mental health and motherhood, Family traditions, Postpartum depression, Healing from trauma, Self-awareness, Family connection, Breaking the cycle
Key Quotes:âI realized I wasnât just healing for myself; I was healing for my kids, so they wouldnât have to carry my baggage.â â Julie
âHealing is a lifelong process, but itâs worth it to break the cycle for the next generation.â â Julie
âParenting isnât about being perfectâitâs about being present and showing up with love, even when itâs hard.â â Julie
âWe get a fresh start when we have our own kids. We can choose to do things differently.â â Julie
âItâs not just the big moments that matter; itâs the small, consistent onesâthe laughter, the rituals, the loveâthat create the foundation.â â Amy Grace
Julie's Bio: Julie is a wife, mother and now grandmother who has been intentional in her life to create a new story with her own family that varies vastly from her own upbringing. She loves supporting mothers, is a nurse, a doula, and helps to run the MomCo program at her local church.
About Your Host:
Amy Grace is the heart behind Everyday Supermoms, a podcast that inspires and empowers mothers by sharing diverse stories of resilience and connection. As a licensed therapist, she supports moms through all stages of motherhood with transformative therapy intensives and signature courses like The Motherhood Mindset Reset and Create Your Own Motherhood. A mom of six, Amy draws from her own journeyâfrom single parenting to blended familiesâto create a community where mothers can embrace their unique paths with confidence and grace.
Learn more at Everyday Supermoms or amygrace.bio
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In this episode of Everyday Supermoms, Amy Grace speaks with Katie Rothwell, a wellness expert who specializes in pain management and holistic health, about navigating motherhood, chronic pain, and the power of self-care. Katie shares her journey of raising children while managing a military family, relocating internationally, and dealing with her own chronic back pain. She talks about how stress, emotional health, and self-care intertwine and the importance of listening to your body. Katie introduces the BEAT Pain methodologyâbrain, energy, activity, and therapyâdesigned to help people manage and overcome chronic pain. This episode is a powerful reminder of how emotional and physical health are deeply connected and how self-care is essential for thriving in motherhood.
Key Takeaways:Chronic Pain and Stress: Katie discusses how chronic pain, like her back pain, is often linked to stress and emotional health, revealing how unresolved emotions can manifest physically.
The BEAT Pain Method: Katie shares her BEAT Pain methodology, which combines brain education, energy (nutrition and sleep), activity (exercise and movement), and therapy to help overcome pain.
he Power of Self-Care: Taking time to recharge and prioritize self-care helps prevent burnout and improves our ability to handle stress and motherhood.
Redefining Motherhood: Katieâs story shows how motherhood isnât about perfection; itâs about learning to embrace the ânew youâ and shifting expectations to reduce guilt.
Mind-Body Connection: Recognizing the connection between our emotional and physical states is key in managing chronic pain and overall well-being.
Key Quotes:
âPain is not just physical; itâs a reflection of everything weâre carryingâemotionally and mentally.â â Katie Rothwell
âYou donât bounce back after having kids; you become a new person and embracing that new identity is the key to thriving.â â Katie Rothwell
âOur energy is like a reservoirâwhen itâs full, we can give, but when itâs empty, all we can dish out is sludge.â â Katie Rothwell
âYouâre not meant to enjoy every minute of motherhood. Itâs tough, and thatâs okay. Cut yourself some slack.â â Katie Rothwell
âSelf-care is not a luxury. Itâs essential. Itâs how we refill our cup so we can give from a place of abundance.â â Katie Rothwell
About Katie Rothwell:
Katie is a wellness expert with a background in Physiology and Sports Science. After serving in the Royal Air Force in the UK, she struggled with chronic back pain that led her to explore alternative therapies. Through a combination of massage and craniosacral therapy, Katie was able to manage her pain and discovered the multifaceted nature of chronic pain. She now combines her knowledge of the body, mind, and lifestyle to help others manage and overcome pain through her BEAT Pain Methodology, empowering individuals to take control of their own healing journey.
Website: www.katierothwell.co.uk â For free resources, short Pilates videos, and more about managing pain.
Social Media: Find Katie on Instagram (@beat__pain__now) and Facebook (Beat Pain Therapy) for tips on pain management and self-care.
About Your Host:
Amy Grace is the heart behind Everyday Supermoms, a podcast that inspires and empowers mothers by sharing diverse stories of resilience and connection. As a licensed therapist, she supports moms through all stages of motherhood with transformative therapy intensives and signature courses like The Motherhood Mindset Reset and Create Your Own Motherhood. A mom of six, Amy draws from her own journeyâfrom single parenting to blended familiesâto create a community where mothers can embrace their unique paths with confidence and grace.
For More Info and your FREE Embracing Your Inner Supermom Workbook visit www.everydaysupermoms.com
Keywords: Chronic pain, Stress and pain, Self-care for moms, BEAT Pain methodology, Emotional health and pain, Mind-body connection, Wellness, Parenting with chronic pain, Overcoming guilt in motherhood
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Episode Summary
In this episode, Amy Grace sits down with Evangeline North, a mom, writer, and survivor of childhood abuse and trauma. Evangeline shares her powerful journey of overcoming trauma, navigating motherhood with complex PTSD, and rebuilding trust in relationships and in God. She opens up about the struggles she faced growing up with an abusive father and a mother battling addiction, how becoming a mom brought unexpected challenges, and the healing that came through surrender, faith, and community. Evangeline also discusses her book, Calling Him Trusted, which is a Christian guide to healing trauma and rebuilding trust in God.
About Evangeline North
Evangeline is the mother of a strong, and sweet teenage daughter, and a lively and creative 10-year-old son. She has been married for 21 years to a man who continues to sharpen her. Evangeline is a writer, photographer, and outdoor enthusiast, whose comfort and anchor is Jesus. Evangeline is an overcomer and survivor who hopes that her life with Complex Trauma Disorder (Complex-PTSD) will be an example and inspiration for others who are navigating their lives and relationships while living with Complex-PTSD.
Grab Evangelineâs book Calling Him Trusted on Amazon.
Key Takeaways:
Surrender Brings Strength: Evangeline shares how surrendering to God in moments of uncertainty has been a powerful tool in her parenting journey.
Repair is Key in Parenting: She emphasizes the importance of apologizing to children after conflicts, teaching them the value of forgiveness and growth.
Focus on Connection Over Perfection: Learning her daughterâs love language helped Evangeline connect on a deeper level, reminding moms that connection is more important than trying to âdo it all.â
Trauma Doesn't Define You: Diagnoses like complex PTSD can provide clarity, but healing requires ongoing work, patience, and grace for oneself.
Your Story Can Heal Others: Evangelineâs journey shows that sharing your story, even the hard parts, can be a source of healing for others and yourself.
"Parenting isnât about perfectionâitâs about connection and showing up as the mom your kids need." â Evangeline North
"The moments I feel like a âsupermomâ are when I surrender and let God guide me." â Evangeline North
"The repair process is just as important as the ruptureâit teaches our kids the power of forgiveness and change." â Amy Grace
"Your trauma doesnât define you. With the right support, healing and joy are possible." â Evangeline North
Key Quotes
"Sometimes the bravest thing you can do is admit you donât have all the answers and ask for help." â Amy Grace
Timestamps00:00 Introduction to Evangeline's Journey
02:37 Childhood Trauma and Its Impact
07:44 Finding Faith Amidst Struggles
10:39 Motherhood: The Unraveling of Coping Mechanisms
13:14 Diagnosis and Understanding Complex PTSD
17:44 Navigating Motherhood Without a Reference Point
23:05 The Power of Surrender in Parenting
31:03 The Journey of Authentic Parenting
37:01 Healing Through Writing and Service
39:35 The Power of Repairing Relationships
43:26 Embracing Imperfection in Motherhood
46:15 The Impact of Generational Trauma
49:03 Finding Joy in the Everyday Moments
Keywords: Childhood Trauma, Complex PTSD, Motherhood, Parenting with Faith, Love Languages, Surrender, Repair in Parenting, Overcoming Generational Trauma, Healing Through Writing, Building Trust in God. -
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In todayâs episode of Everyday Supermoms, Amy Grace chats with Elizabeth Hambleton, the host of Never Too Festive podcast, about creating intentional and joyful motherhood. Elizabeth shares her powerful journey through early motherhood, including overcoming health struggles and how those experiences shaped her approach to parenting. They dive into topics like setting boundaries, creating traditions that resonate with your family, and the importance of cultivating joy every day, even in the midst of chaos. Elizabethâs perspective on embracing imperfection and being intentional about what truly matters offers wisdom that every mom can benefit from.
About Elizabeth Hambleton
Elizabethâs professional journey spans the worlds of fashion, fine art, publishing, design, education, and entrepreneurship. Despite her varied career, her greatest satisfaction and joy come from creative projects at home with her two children.
Drawing inspiration from these experiences, Elizabeth is the host of Never Too Festive: Parenting With More Joy & Less Mom Guilt, a podcast dedicated to helping busy moms discover style, creativity, and joy amidst the beautiful chaos of motherhood. With a blend of accessible inspiration and a touch of irreverence, she invites listeners to embrace creativity in everyday life.Key Takeaways
Intentional Parenting: Elizabeth stresses the importance of being intentional in all areas of life, especially in creating memories and traditions that genuinely bring joy.
Choosing Joy: Joy isn't just a feeling that happens; itâs something you can cultivate through small, intentional moments with your family.
Flexibility with Traditions: It's okay to adapt family traditions depending on the season of life you're inâwhat matters most is the shared experience, not perfection.
The Power of Communication: Open discussions about priorities and expectations, especially with co-parents, are key to reducing stress during busy times like the holidays.
Embracing Imperfection: Perfection isn't the goal in motherhood, and Elizabeth encourages moms to embrace their imperfections, especially when it comes to holiday expectations and family traditions.
Keywords: Intentional motherhood, Joyful parenting, Holiday traditions, Self-awareness, Family communication, Imperfect motherhood, Setting boundaries, Cultivating joy, Creating memories
Key Quotes
âJoy is cultivatedâitâs not something that just drops into our laps. We have to go out and create it.â â Elizabeth Hambleton
"You don't have to do everything perfectly; you just have to show up with intention." â Elizabeth Hambleton
"We can be tired, burned out, and feel overwhelmed, but we can still choose to find joy in our day." â Amy Grace
âItâs not about perfection, itâs about connection.â â Elizabeth Hambleton
"Happiness can be circumstantial, but joy is something you can intentionally seek." â Elizabeth Hambleton
Never Too Festive Podcast: Elizabethâs podcast that offers a joyful approach to parenting with less mom guilt, where she shares practical tips and inspiring stories about intentional motherhood and creating joy.
elizabethhambleton.com: Elizabethâs business branding service, helping moms create a brand that aligns with their values and goals.
Udemy Courses: Elizabethâs business branding courses for moms, teaching them how to build and grow businesses from home.
YouTube Channel: Elizabeth's new YouTube channel, offering resources on entrepreneurship, small business, and working from home.
Timestamps
01:06 The Journey to Motherhood
03:46 Facing Life's Challenges
06:38 Navigating Health and Parenthood
08:50 Finding Joy in Everyday Moments
14:31 Intentionality in Motherhood
16:36 Cultivating Joy and Creativity
19:29 The Power of Perspective
25:06 The Intentionality of Joy
30:58 Intentional Planning for the Holiday Season
34:17 Navigating Family Traditions and Expectations
41:35 Adapting Traditions for Changing Seasons
45:44 Creating Joyful Family Rituals Throughout the Year
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Episode Summary:
In this inspiring conversation, Amy Grace sits down with Lisa from Positively Productive to talk about embracing a multi-passionate lifestyle, simplifying productivity, and finding balance as a mother. Lisa shares her journey, including how her experience with being in the âsandwich generationâ caregiving for her mother with Alzheimerâs while raising young children taught her valuable lessons in self-care, reducing expectations, and learning to say no. They dive into how embracing the "ands" of lifeârather than focusing on the "or"âcan help moms thrive, both personally and in their families.
Key Takeaways:
Embracing the "And": Lisa and Amy talk about the power of embracing multiple passions, goals, and identities instead of focusing on just one, especially as mothers.
The Importance of Margin: Both women share how intentionally creating space in their lives, whether through buffer time or margin, is key to avoiding overwhelm.
Simplifying to Thrive: Simplifying your holiday or daily routines can make room for joy and connection with family, helping to reduce unnecessary stress.
Self-Care is Essential: Self-care isn't selfish; itâs vital for being able to care for others. Lisa reflects on the lessons she learned through difficult caregiving experiences.
The Power of the 80/20 Rule: Focusing on the 20% of activities that provide 80% of your results, especially during busy seasons like the holidays, can help moms manage overwhelm and stay present with their families.
Keywords: Multi-passionate, Self-care, Productivity, Margin, Simplification, Holiday planning, Caregiving, Sandwich Generation, 80/20 rule, Work-life balance
Key Quotes:
âYouâre super because youâre a mom.â â Lisa, Positively Productive
"Itâs not about doing it all, itâs about doing what really matters." â Amy Grace
âWhen you do the things you love and embrace the âand,â you bring better energy to everything you do.â â Lisa, Positively Productive
"Sometimes simplifying your holiday can make room for the things that truly matter.â â Lisa, Positively Productive
"We canât avoid the waves crashing us in life, but we can certainly surf them better if we have the right tools." â Lisa, Positively Productive
Chapters
00:00 The Journey to Motherhood
05:45 The Seasons of Motherhood
10:15 Finding Balance in the Chaos
15:49 The Importance of Self-Care
20:44 Building Margin in Our Lives
27:29 Creating Space for Self-Care
31:58 The Importance of Self-Care in Productivity
36:15 Simplifying Holiday Traditions
41:42 Focusing on Memories Over Perfection
46:35 Embracing Flexibility in Traditions
51:10 Introduction to Everyday Supermoms
51:10 Embracing the Journey of Motherhood
About Lisa Zawrotny
Lisa Zawrotny is a Productivity Coach, founder of Positively Productive Systems, and host of the Positively Livingâ Podcast. She helps clients reduce overwhelm, manage stress, and design sustainable solutions with compassion and humor. When sheâs not encouraging others to make space for what matters, sheâs walking her own talk by hanging out with her husband and kiddos doing cool things like traveling, watching movies, and acting like a rock star. Her favorite way to hide from the world involves a cozy spot with a book, an iced coffee, and a cat on her lap.
Positively Living Podcast: Lisa's podcast where she talks about compassionate productivity and multi-passionate living.
PositivelyProductive.com: The hub where listeners can find all of Lisa's resources, including social media links and her podcast.
Connect with Lisa on Instagram @positively_lisa
About Your Host:
Amy Grace is the heart behind Everyday Supermoms, a podcast that inspires and empowers mothers by sharing diverse stories of resilience and connection. As a licensed therapist, she supports moms through all stages of motherhood with transformative therapy intensives and signature courses like The Motherhood Mindset Reset and Create Your Own Motherhood. A mom of six, Amy draws from her own journeyâfrom single parenting to blended familiesâto create a community where mothers can embrace their unique paths with confidence and grace.
Find out more at amygrace.bio or everydaysupermoms.com
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Episode Summary:
In this episode, Amy Grace chats with Audrey Schoen, a therapist, entrepreneur, and supermom to six-year-old twins. Audrey shares her journey through a surprise twin pregnancy, navigating mom rage, and how she has unapologetically shed societal expectations to create a motherhood experience rooted in authenticity and balance. Audrey opens up about managing mental health, building community, and embracing imperfection while juggling two businesses and raising her neurodiverse children. Her story is a powerful reminder that thereâs no one way to be a âsupermomââitâs about finding what works for you and thriving in your unique journey.
Keywords: Motherhood, Mom Rage, Mental Health, Asking for Help, Parenting Tips, Shedding Expectations, Neurodiverse Parenting, Working Moms, Community Support, Embracing Imperfection, parenting twins
Key Takeaways
Ask for Help Without Guilt: Audrey shares how asking for and accepting help during challenging times, such as her postpartum hospitalization, created a strong support network and allowed her to thrive as a mom.
Let Go of âShouldsâ: She emphasizes shedding unnecessary expectations, like creating Pinterest-worthy moments, to focus on what truly matters in motherhood.
Model Apologies: Audrey encourages moms to own mistakes and apologize to their kids, showing them how to build and repair relationships.
Prioritize Your Mental Health: As a mom, taking care of your mental health isnât selfishâitâs essential. Audrey talks about how therapy, boundaries, and simplifying her life have helped her stay balanced.
Community is Key: Audrey highlights the importance of letting others love and care for your children, creating a rich support system for them and you.
Quotes from this Episode:
"Being a supermom doesnât mean doing it allâit means showing up authentically and letting go of the âshoulds.â" â Audrey Schoen
"The most healing moments happen when weâre willing to say, âI messed up, and Iâm sorry.â" â Audrey Schoen
"Motherhood is messy and beautifulâitâs okay to ask for help and lean on your community." â Amy Grace
"More people loving your kids doesnât take away from your bondâit strengthens their world." â Audrey Schoen
"Mom rage is real, but itâs something you can heal from with support and self-compassion." â Audrey Schoen
About Audrey Schoen:
Audrey Schoen is a twin mom, therapist, and wife to a Law Enforcement Officer. She has a private practice in Northern CA and works with adults and couples throughout CA and TX. As a recovering perfectionist and parent to a neurodiverse child, she understands the complexities of balancing self, work, and life.
Find her at audreylmft.com
Timestamps
00:00 Introduction
00:56 Defining the Supermom
02:55 Audrey's Backstory Before Motherhood
05:31 The Unexpected News of Twins
08:11 Pregnancy Challenges and Expectations
10:12 The Birth Experience and Beyond
15:20 Asking for Help and Community Support
23:08 The Unexpected Rage of Motherhood
27:54 Releasing Expectations and Embracing Authenticity
32:44 Finding Balance Between Work and Motherhood
38:21 Navigating Triggers and Mom Rage
40:59 The Power of Acknowledging Mistakes
44:27 Superpowers of Modern Moms
47:34 Simplifying the Chaos of Parenting
49:07 Therapeutic Insights and Professional Journey
About Your Host:
Amy Grace is the heart behind Everyday Supermoms, a podcast that inspires and empowers mothers by sharing diverse stories of resilience and connection. As a licensed therapist, she supports moms through all stages of motherhood with transformative therapy intensives and signature courses like The Motherhood Mindset Reset and Create Your Own Motherhood. A mom of six, Amy draws from her own journeyâfrom single parenting to blended familiesâto create a community where mothers can embrace their unique paths with confidence and grace.
Find out more at amygrace.bio or everydaysupermoms.com
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Episode Summary:
In this episode of Everyday Supermoms, Amy Grace shares her personal motherhood journey, spanning over 25 years and filled with a variety of experiencesâfrom becoming a young single mother to navigating divorce, remarriage, and blending families. Amy reflects on the challenges, joys, and lessons she's learned throughout her motherhood story, embracing imperfection and the importance of flexibility. This episode is a reminder that there is no âone wayâ to be a supermom, and each motherâs journey is uniquely powerful.
Key Takeaways:
A Journey of Transformation: Amy has experienced different stages of motherhood, including young single parenting, divorce, remarriage, and raising a blended family, showing how motherhood evolves with time.
Overcoming Judgment: As a young mother, Amy faced harsh judgments but used them as fuel to prove she could be a successful and loving parent.
Embracing Flexibility: Amy shares the importance of being flexible and adaptable, both in large life changes and in the small, everyday moments of parenting.
Unique Parenting Paths: The different needs of her children, especially within a blended family, have taught Amy that every child requires a unique approach to parenting.
Self-Care is Key: Amy emphasizes that when mothers take care of themselves, they positively impact the entire family and help set a healthy example for their children.
Key Quotes:
"Motherhood isnât a one-size-fits-all journeyâitâs personal, evolving, and full of growth." â Amy Grace
"You can only be the mom you were made to beâdonât try to be someone elseâs version of a perfect mom." â Amy Grace
"The greatest strength of a supermom is her ability to adapt and rise, no matter what life throws her way." â Amy Grace
"Itâs not about being perfectâitâs about showing up as your authentic self every day." â Amy Grace
"Self-care isnât selfish, itâs essentialâfor you and for your family." â Amy Grace
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to My Motherhood Journey
02:41 Unexpected Beginnings: Becoming a Young Mom
09:28 The Evolution of Motherhood: From Single to Blended Family
14:18 Navigating Loss and Mental Health
18:44 The Challenges of Blended Families
24:31 Strengths and Weaknesses of a Supermom
35:45 The Ripple Effect of Motherhood
41:54 Introduction to Everyday Supermoms
41:55 Embracing the Journey of Motherhood
About Amy Grace
Amy Grace is the compassionate voice behind Everyday Supermoms, a podcast where she interviews mothers from all walks of life, uncovering their unique stories, passions, life lessons, and wisdom. Through her show, Amy aims to inspire, empower, and connect listeners, offering a heartfelt reminder that no one is alone in the struggles and triumphs of motherhood.
Amyâs personal journey is as rich as her professional expertise. Together with her husband, she has six children ranging in age from 10 to 29. Having experienced a wide variety of parenting situationsâfrom young single parenting to co-parenting and blending familiesâAmy brings a wealth of real-world insights to her work.
Beyond podcasting, Amy is a licensed therapist in Colorado and the founder of Real Life Creative Counseling, a practice dedicated to supporting mothers through every stage, from pre-conception to empty nesting. She offers transformative therapy intensives to make deep healing achievable for busy moms.
Amy also has two signature courses to support moms everywhere: The Motherhood Mindset Reset and Create Your Own Motherhood, which empower moms to design a motherhood journey they truly love.
Amyâs work is all about creating a community of strength, wisdom, and mutual support. Through her podcast, counseling, and courses, she is committed to helping mothers embrace their journeys with resilience, confidence, and connection.
Visit EverydaySupermoms.com or AmyGrace.bio and Follow Amy on Instagram @heyamygrace
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Episode Summary:
In this first episode of Everyday Supermoms, Amy Grace introduces the concept of a "supermom." Through her own experiences and reflections, Amy talks about what it truly means to be a supermom, debunking the myth of perfection and offering a more authentic and empowering definition. She explores qualities like authenticity, imperfection, resilience, and having a strong support system. Amy encourages listeners to reflect on their own supermom qualities and invites them to take a deeper look at their journey through her free workbook.
Key Words: supermom, motherhood, authentic self, connection, personal stories, challenges, support system, growth mindset, inspiration, empowerment
Get your free copy of the Embracing Your Inner Supermom Workbook here.
Relevant Links: everydaysupermoms.com amygrace.bio
Key Takeaways:
Supermoms Aren't Perfect: The traditional idea of "supermom" often implies perfection, but true supermoms embrace their imperfections and authenticity.
Strength in Authenticity: Supermoms are real, showing both the highs and lows of their motherhood journey.
The Power of a Growth Mindset: Supermoms thrive because they are committed to personal growth and overcoming obstacles.
Support is Essential: Whether from family, friends, or community, having a strong support team is crucial for every supermom.
Superpowers and Kryptonite: Every supermom has unique strengths and weaknessesâacknowledging both helps her become a better, stronger mother.
Key Quotes:
"Supermoms arenât perfect, and thatâs their superpower." â Amy Grace
"You donât need a cape to be a supermom, just the courage to show up as your real self." â Amy Grace
"Every supermom has an origin story â a journey that makes her stronger and more resilient." â Amy Grace
"Motherhood is full of battles, but every supermom is a force to be reckoned with." â Amy Grace
"Sometimes, the hardest battles bring out our greatest superpowers." â Amy Grace
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Everyday Supermoms
02:59 Defining the Supermom
05:55 The Authenticity of Supermoms
08:42 The Origin Stories of Supermoms
11:28 Facing Challenges and Weaknesses
14:30 Supermom Superpowers
17:15 The Importance of Support Systems
19:59 Recognizing the Supermom Within
22:37 Growth Mindset and Continuous Improvement
29:16 Introduction to Everyday Supermoms
29:17 Embracing the Journey of Motherhood
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The Everyday Supermoms Podcast is coming 12/2! I am recording some amazing interviews with real life supermoms. We will be hearing some inspiring stories, and learning from wisdom of Everyday Supermoms each week. For now, click subscribe or follow and you will be sure to hear as soon as episodes go live!
