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In this episode, I speak with George Lizos, a bestselling author, spiritual teacher, and host of the Lit Up Lightworker podcast. George shares his profound journey of self-discovery, from his early struggles with identity to becoming a guiding light in the spiritual community. His story is a testament to resilience, self-acceptance, and the transformative power of intention.
Our conversation dives into Georgeās expertise on energy protection, the universal laws of manifestation, and ancient spiritual practices. From practical tools to harnessing your energy field to insights on balancing divine masculine and feminine energies, George empowers listeners to embrace their authentic selves.
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(02:15) Georgeās early journey and spiritual awakening(08:47) Lessons from growing up in Cyprus and embracing his identity(16:22) How ancient Greek spirituality informs his work(22:50) Practical energy protection techniques for daily life(34:18) The connection between manifestation and healing(45:12) Creating balance through universal lawsDonāt miss Georgeās inspiring perspective on living authentically and manifesting your best life!
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In this episode, I speak with Cari Frame, a self-kindness coach, about the profound impact of embracing kindness toward oneself. Cari shares her journey from self-criticism to self-compassion and how her experiences inspired her to guide others on their paths to self-kindness. As a certified professional co-active coach, Cari helps individuals navigate lifeās challenges by cultivating small, intentional practices of self-care and compassion.
Our conversation explores the barriers to self-kindness, the misconceptions surrounding self-care, and the transformative power of shifting inner narratives. Cari emphasizes how small acts of kindness can lead to profound personal growth and a more compassionate relationship with oneself.
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(02:15) Cariās journey to self-kindness coaching(08:47) The myths and realities of self-care(16:22) How to transform self-criticism into self-compassion(22:50) Practical tools for incorporating self-kindness daily(34:18) Reflections on motherhood and self-compassion(45:12) Building resilience through intentional kindnessDonāt miss Cariās inspiring perspective on how self-kindness can transform your relationship with yourself and the world around you!
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In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Emily Guarnotta, a clinical psychologist and certified perinatal mental health provider, to discuss the intricacies of parenthood and mental health. Together, we delve into the challenges faced by parents, how to balance personal identity with parenting, and strategies to build resilience during lifeās transformative moments. Dr. Guarnotta shares her experience as the founder of Phoenix Health and offers actionable advice for thriving as a parent while prioritizing mental wellness.
Dr. Guarnotta highlights how intentional strategies, such as effective communication and self-awareness, can transform the parenting journey. This conversation is a must-listen for anyone navigating the rewarding yet challenging role of parenthood.
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[00:00] Introduction by Dr. Gertrude Lyons[03:45] Dr. Emily Gornataās journey and expertise in maternal mental health[07:20] Understanding the common mental health challenges parents face[14:10] Balancing personal identity and parenting responsibilities[22:30] Practical tools to manage parental stress and foster growth[30:50] How Phoenix Health supports parents in their journeys[38:00] Encouragement for parents feeling overwhelmed[45:00] Closing reflections and gratitudeDonāt miss Dr. Gornataās inspiring insights into navigating parenthood with resilience and intention!
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In this episode, I speak with Anna Maria DiDio, a devoted adoptive mother, accomplished childrenās author, and passionate advocate for fostering open family dialogues about adoption and trauma. Anna Maria opens up about her personal experiences raising two daughtersāone biological and one adoptedāwhile dispelling the myths surrounding adoption and shedding light on its emotional complexities.
We delve into Anna Mariaās insights on the primal wound, a concept that explores the trauma of separation experienced by adoptees, and the transformative power of addressing this within families. Her books, including both a memoir and childrenās stories, serve as vital tools for creating authentic conversations that support healing and connection. Together, we explore how open communication and understanding can bridge gaps, nurture resilience, and strengthen family bonds.
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(03:15) Anna Mariaās adoption journey and lessons learned
(07:42) Understanding the primal wound and its impact
(12:08) Challenging the myths of adoption
(18:30) The role of open conversations in family healing
(26:45) Supporting children through transitions and trauma
(35:50) Building resilience and connection in blended families
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In this episode, I speak with Gabriel Piemonte, a deeply influential figure in my own journey of writing and personal growth, about the complexities of redefining personal and cultural narratives about family and self-discovery. As a dedicated community leader and advocate, Gabriel opens up about the personal challenges and triumphs that have shaped his philosophy on authentic living.
Gabriel shares insights into how he redefined his relationship with traditional family roles, navigating the delicate balance between honoring legacy and pursuing personal evolution. Our conversation explores the process of questioning societal expectations and how embracing vulnerability leads to deeper connections.
We delve into actionable practices for living authentically, from intentional communication to creating space for self-discovery. Gabriel emphasizes the importance of modeling open-heartedness as a parent and community leader, inspiring others to break free from limiting beliefs.
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(02:15) The journey to authenticity and self-awareness
(08:47) The influence of community on personal growth
(16:22) Challenging cultural norms and rewriting the family narrative
(22:50) Daily rituals that cultivate resilience
(34:18) Gabrielās reflections on parenting and legacy
(45:12) Bridging individual growth and collective well-being
Don't miss Gabriel's inspiring perspective on finding alignment between personal truth and communal harmony!
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In this solo episode, Iām diving into a year of immense transformation, gratitude, and new beginnings. With the winter solstice as a backdrop, I reflect on the cycles of endings and beginnings that have shaped my journey over the past year. This reflective period has offered me a chance to not only celebrate milestones but also reckon with challenges that have pushed me out of my comfort zone. From writing my first book, an experience filled with discovery and perseverance, to crafting a TEDx talk that demanded vulnerability and courage, every step has been an invitation to grow. Navigating the uncharted territory of preparing for a public launch has tested my resilience, but it has also deepened my purpose and connection to my work. This episode is a heartfelt exploration of growth, gratitude, and the power of embracing lifeās transitions with openness and intention.
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(00:19) Embracing the natural cycle of endings and beginnings
(02:30) Highlights of my year: writing a book and a TEDx talk
(04:50) Transitioning from creation to launch: new challenges ahead
(10:20) The importance of planning downtime amidst the holiday rush
(12:30) Building a supportive team and embracing change
(14:45) The deepening of my mission and purpose
(16:50) Mothering ourselves as a foundation for growth
(19:30) Inviting introspection and dreaming as we prepare for 2024
I am so grateful for you! Tune in, and let me tell you.
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In this episode, I speak with Mariya Shiyko, a best-selling author and coach, about overcoming cultural expectations, her journey of self-discovery, and her experiences in motherhood.
Mariya didnāt set out to write a memoir but accepted the calling once she discovered the power of women sharing their stories. She shares her writing journey and the ups and downs of her first literary birth. The act of sharing her voice and expressing herself led Mariya to confront the fear and conditioning she received growing up in Russia about using her voice. In rebelling against cultural expectations, such as being a child bearer and nothing more, she found wholeness within. Her unique journey of self-discovery allowed her to create a different kind of family than the one she was born into. She outlines the tools and mindset shifts that facilitated her growth. We then have a beautiful exchange about the softening motherhood can bring alongside its many challenges and joys.
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(02:38) Learning to co-create(05:08) Memoir writing process(11:32) The risk of speaking up in Russia(17:43) Rebelling against cultural expectations (28:34) Personal growth tools (37:15) Mariyaās mothering journey(42:11) The joy of motherhood(48:03) Taking care of yourself first(50:04) Dr. Gertrudeās integrationMariyaās journey of finding her voice is deeply moving. Not one to miss!
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In this episode, I speak with Dr. Avanti Kumar-Singh, an Ayurvedic integrated medicine practitioner and yoga therapist, about integrating Western medicine with Ayurveda, longevity switches, and owning your power.
Healing comes from within. Dr. Avantiās philosophy integrates the best of Western medicine with 5,000 years of Ayurvedic wisdom. Dr. Avantiās upcoming book, the Longevity Formula, was inspired by the vibrant lives of her grandparents and sharing the longevity practices that have kept them healthy and in control of their well-being. She explains how important it is to live in harmony with nature and empower yourself with the knowledge to be a part of your healing. She offers the story of how Ayurveda deeply supported her body during breast cancer treatments. Dr. Avanti then introduces her longevity formula and shares three longevity practices for you to begin today!
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(01:40) Dr. Avantiās life journey(06:30) The Ayurvedic healing system(08:35) Ayurvedic support during breast cancer(12:47) Owning your power(16:13) The longevity switches(24:46) The mother of all healing(25:31) Dr. Gertrudeās integrationDonāt miss this healing episode with Dr. Avanti!
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In this episode, I speak with Marnie Marmet, the Founder of Zenful Life Coaching, about how she discovered her authentic voice, her go-to self-care rituals, and the journey of writing her memoir.
Self-care and internal work is an ongoing process. By sharing how Marnie lost her voice as a child to actively reclaiming it as an adult and a mother, Marnie reminds us that no one is perfect and we all have much to learn. One part of her unfolding process was taking a memoir writing class by chance, which led to her writing and publishing a book! We discuss how the publishing process forced her to confront some of her negative internal voices, some of which she had not even realized were there. She shares that undergoing this work in front of her children was one of the best choices she could have made as a parent. Modeling the importance of taking care of yourself internally is one of the healthiest things we can do as parents. Marnie walks us through some of her favorite daily self-care routines, such as getting up early, being in nature, and having boundaries with electronics. She reminds us how important it is to put our stories out in the world because we never know the impact they will have on others.
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(01:41) Importance of sharing your stories (14:37) The power of music and voice(17:28) Confront a negative internal voice(23:39) Responding to feedback(30:31) Marnieās evolution of self-care(40:50) Considering another book(46:43) The power of rewriting your storyDonāt miss Marnieās tips for cultivating lasting authenticity!
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In this episode, I speak with author and inter-spiritual teacher Mirabai Starr about writing as a spiritual practice, the mysticism around us, and her evolving relationship with religion.
Mirabaiās latest book, Ordinary Mysticism, describes how to feel more holy and present in everyday life. Her work speaks to peopleās spiritual yearnings without religious hierarchies by translating mysticism for all. Mirabai and I share some of our most transcendental, mystical experiences, particularly with the Divine Mother. We explore the fascinating lives of the mystics St. Teresa of Ćvila and Julian of Norwich and discuss how we can integrate the lessons of their lives into the modern world. Mirabai shares a beautiful lesson she learned from her mother about not modeling self-sacrifice and the role of self-care in nourishing others.
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(03:33) Welcome Mirabai Starr!(05:52) Ordinary Mysticism book(11:52) Demystifying mysticism(17:16) Rejecting the tyranny of tasks(20:29) Exchanging mystical experiences (26:33) Mindfulness practice realizations(29:15) St. Teresa of Ćvila and Julian of Norwich(43:08) Mothering ourselves(47:21) The myth of self-sacrifice (53:53) Reclaiming independence and forgiveness(56:40) Dr. Gertrudeās integrationDonāt miss this heart-opening episode with Mirabai Starr!
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In this solo episode, Iām broadcasting from Mexico to speak about the nourishment of gratitude, birthday reflections, and contemplating duality.
Birthdays are a wonderful time for reflection. With my birthday just past, Iāve been meditating on expecting delight. In this episode, I discuss the truly transcendent, transformative effects of being in gratitude for as long as you can. This birthday has also got me thinking about the blessing of being born on 11/11 and all I have birthed in the last year. As I prepare for my book to be released, I share how Iāve tried to imbue my writing with the place and space from which I was writing into it. The year ahead holds a lot of excitement, too, and I share what Iām looking forward to. Above all, I am currently in a state of feeling overcome by gratitude in the best of ways. I go into the deep energetics of gratitude, the different ways to create your gratitude practice, and the infinite beauty possible when a collective taps into this miraculous energy.
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(00:49) Expecting delight(03:30) The wisdom of 11/11 (06:10) Yearly rebirth(08:50) Receiving feedback (13:10) Honoring our duality(16:00) The energy of gratitude(18:54) Adversity into growth(23:30) The possibility of gratitudeI am so grateful for you! Tune in, and let me tell you.
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In this episode, I speak with Jessica Zweig, an author and feminine business and branding coach, about building a business after burnout, her latest book, The Light Work, and the importance of healing.
Through the dark, we find the light. Jessica shares the bumpy path that led her from depression and burnout to selling her business and writing her latest book, The Light Work. She introduces the Pleidians, the 12 chakras, and her process of spiritual awakening that began on a trip to Egypt. Today she coaches female entrepreneurs and leads her team in a deeply feminine way. Jessica is truly an expert at blending business and branding with feminine codes. We touch upon the divine importance of female friendships and the sublime impact that healing yourself can have on the world. Jessica imparts the beautiful reminder that in all areas of life, the only way through the hard stuff is through it.
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(01:02) Part serial entrepreneur, part spiritual teacher(03:42) Birthing āThe Light Languageā(10:21) Dreaming the mother code into being(14:00) Expanding beyond seven chakras(18:46) Career transitions(25:46) ā Woo wooā consciousness(28:21) Healing yourself heals the world(33:36) Female friendships(43:02) Rewriting ancestral lineage (46:10) Dr. Gertrudeās wrap upTo win a free copy of Jessicaās book, find more details on Jessicaās and Gertrudeās Instagram!
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In this episode, I speak with Dr. Dominica McBride, a community psychologist and founder of the Become Center. She shares how her familyās trauma has impacted her, the mission of the Become Center, and the importance of self-care for effective mothering.
Dr. McBride shares how her mother's resilience and the impact of her grandmother's traumatic experiences in Haiti have inextricably shaped her present. We discuss how to know which mother codes to keep and which to work on. Today, she runs the Become Center, an organization dedicated to creating thriving communities. Dr. McBride discusses Become's initiatives, including the Courage to Love program, which supports black mothers and babies by combating racism's adverse effects through community-led interventions and mother mentoring. Dr. McBride emphasizes the importance of culturally responsive evaluation and the need for individual and community healing to foster resilient and loving communities. Evaluation isnāt something to fear but to welcome as a tool for learning and growth.
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(03:57) Dr. McBrideās motherhood journey (05:37) Background and early influences (10:25) Watching mom balance motherhood and work(15:49) Impact of family dynamics (23:47) Called to address racism(27:35) The Become Center(29:22) Culturally responsive evaluation(42:48) Courage To Love(45:36) Rewriting the motherhood archetype(48:19) Looking at our matriarchal storiesDon't miss Dr. Dominica McBride's powerful insights on healing communities and uplifting Black mothers.
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In this episode, I speak with Heather Hester, the Founder of Chrysalis Mama, about how she has mothered two LGBTQIA+ teens, how best to support our children, and how to prioritize love.
Heather shares that her journey as a Founder began when her son Connor came out as LGBTQIA+. She then realized she did not have the tools to support him. In learning the importance of expressing unconditional love to her children, she encourages parents to educate themselves, prioritize their childās mental health, and ensure their childās school environment is affirming.
She offers practical tips for parents of LGBTQIA+ teens for when they come out and how to provide continued support along their journey. She acknowledges some of the mistakes she made along the way, too. Her journey has involved breaking cycles from her conservative upbringing and learning to trust her inner voice. She reflects on the importance of stepping into who we are meant to be as mothers and the need to break free from societal expectations.
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(03:33) Before and after Heatherās son came out(09:43) Embracing messiness and ending cycles(19:10) Navigating parenting an LGBTQIA+ teen(23:36) Acknowledging and embracing mistakes (36:17) Being honest with our children(38:44) Three practical steps for parents(45:32) The beauty of lifeās unfolding(51:26) Stepping into ourselvesDonāt miss Heatherās message of empathy, resilience, and unconditional love.
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In this episode, I speak with Jamie Engelhardt, a brand strategist and mother of three, about solo parenting, breaking generational mother codes, and embracing queerness.
Jamie shares where sheās at on the rollercoaster ride of parenthood, holding many types of tension and opposites at once, and what she sees as some of the most significant generational differences in how she was raised compared to this generation. Thereās a lot to learn in recognizing that our childrenās childhood isnāt the one we grew up in.
Jamies recalls a healing experience in Mexico where women from her lineage revealed to her in a vision that she is at her most free when mothering herself and her children. We discuss how she is actively rewriting the mother codes in her family and breaking generational cycles. Some of those new codes include expressing love to her children, coming out as queer, and living deeply in her authenticity.
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(03:59) Parenthood is a wild ride (10:35) Generational parenting differences (14:52) Invitation to dance around the fire(19:09) Rewriting generational cycles(28:31) Coming out later in life(42:11) Spending time in the dark(48:54) Living your truthDonāt miss Jamieās insight on leaving a legacy of strong women!
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In this solo episode, Dr. Gertrude walks into the dark. She challenges common fears around the dark, explores the dark wisdom of the feminine, and honors the dark as a season of growth.
As the nights grow longer in the Northern Hemisphere, Dr. Gertrude embraces the change in light. She explores how much of the Western world has come to vilify the dark and shroud the unknown as evil. She shares her personal journey with darkness and debunks outdated myths. Across cultures, these seasons are essential for accessing a different part of the self.
Dr. Gertrude emphasizes the importance of balancing light and dark, like yin and yang. The darkness of the womb, ever-present in the feminine, contains potent knowledge for healing and growth. Society's overemphasis on light, or masculine, characteristics has led to imbalances. The perpetual availability of light doesnāt always serve us. Sometimes, the darkness holds the answers.
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(00:40) Facing the dark(02:35) Significance across cultures (06:55) Vilifying the dark(09:44) Waking up to the dark(13:40) The dark feminine(19:12) Upcoming courseReady to awaken your dark feminine side?
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In this episode, I speak with Amri Kibbler, the co-founder and Chief Community Officer of Hello Mamas and HeyMama, about cancerās lessons, the value of motherhood, and crafting new mothering narratives.
Amriās community, Hello Mamas, has impacted over 400 million moms worldwide. She shares her career journey from content creator to community organizer. Her cancer diagnosis was the first time she really explored self-care and self-exploration, an experience she calls both the best and worst thing to ever happen to her. This eventually led her to found HeyMama, an organization centered around mental and physical self-care for moms.
We then discuss how, in our culture of isolation, itās more important than ever that women and mothers donāt settle for unfulfilling company but find groups that are truly replenishing and satisfying. Prioritizing meaningful relationships is a beautiful thing to experience and model for our children. Amri leaves us with her wisdom about creating value-aligned communities and mothering oneself.
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(05:57) Amriās journey from content creator to community builder(14:11) The skills of mothering(24:21) Cancer diagnosis and self-exploration(35:53) The myth of needing to do it alone (44:46) Recognizing false mothering narratives and writing your ownI love being part of the Hello Mama community! Donāt miss this exclusive interview with their co-founder, Amri Kibbler!
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In this episode, I speak with Faith Laux, a somatic sex and relationship coach, about the taboo and misconceptions around kink, normalizing conversations about sexuality, and pleasure as a healing modality.
Think you know what kink is? How about your erotic language? Faith beautifully defines the spectrum of kink, its powers to heal and powers to pleasure. We discuss the relationship between embracing kink and doing shadow work. She then shares the most foundational piece of having great sex. Consent, safety, and communication truly play an unnegotiable role in ecstatic experiences.
Faith explains what good kink and good parenting have in common and an exercise for teaching our children to deeply understand the importance of consent. She then explains that the ability to give and receive pleasure is ultimately about accessing a flow state. She blends kink and pleasure into a healing modality which she offers through her coaching and Kink Curious workshop.
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(04:33) Kink misconceptions and definitions(09:21) How kink can heal(18:01) The key to great sex(24:56) How to create embodied safety(35:51) Good kink and good parenting (43:58) Introducing pervertibles (52:43) Time to explore your kink?(54:54) Giving yourself permissionTune in to learn how to embody your aliveness and shamelessly live from your deep desires!
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In this episode, I speak with Dr. Jessica Lederhausen, a dentist and public health advocate, about how she is rewriting her mother and grandmother codes, embodying her values, and publishing her recent book, Oral.
Jessicaās journey of mothering is distinctly different from the norm. She embraces being different from whatās expected of a ānormalā mom and imparts the importance of maintaining personal values to her children. Even as a grandmother, she fully embodies the role of grandmother that works for her, which isnāt the same as the stereotypical spoiling-the-grandchildren one!
Jessica shares how she navigated the differing mother codes of Sweden and the U.S. We discuss what itās like to grow up in a culture that doesnāt outwardly discuss values but picks them up by the behavior of the people around you. We then discuss her latest book, Oral, and the accompanying course she recently launched, each a significant birth in her life!
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(03:51) Jessicaās areas of mothering (08:30) Grandmothering (12:54) Role models can be hard to come by(18:32) Mothering in Sweden vs U.S.(26:15) Mothering the self (37:04) Birthing a book(46:13) Shaping our mother codes (47:39) Dr. Gertrudeās wrap upCurious about how oral health impacts your whole body? Check out Dr. Jessica Lederhausenās new book and course to learn more!
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In this episode, I welcome back Elizabeth Tuazon. We discuss her current stage of motherhood, how the universe always wants us to succeed, and her familyās upcoming transitions.
With Elizabeth Tuazonās daughter, Lyla Rose, now a year and one-month-old, I checked in with her for a motherhood update. Elizabeth shares how she celebrated her one-year anniversary of giving birth with a Montessori Walk Around the Sun. It was a beautiful time to reflect on the milestones and growth she and her family made in the last year.
We then dive into the lessons learned by exercising our free will to make choices and question things, even things accepted as normal or standard, like what a pregnant woman is allowed to eat or why babies are required to have their iron tested. Elizabeth has two significant transitions ahead: an au pair and a doctoral program. Elizabethās willingness, grace, and curiosity with which she accepts newness and every step of motherhood never fails to amaze me.
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(02:50) Motherhood update(08:15) Anniversary of giving birth(19:50) The lessons in choice(30:46) Preparing for an au pair(35:54) Beginning a doctoral programLyla Rose joins us briefly in the end, stay tuned!
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97. Conversations with Elizabeth Tuazon: Pregnancy and Embracing Discomfort102. Conversations with Elizabeth Tuazon: Homebirth, Midwifery and Speaking Up107: Embracing the Divine Journey of Motherhood: A Conversation with Elizabeth112: Part 1 ā Birthās Sacred Dance: The Power of Wisdom and Song with Elizabeth Tuazon112: Part 2 ā Birthās Sacred Dance: The Power of Wisdom and Song with Elizabeth Tuazon118: Co-Regulation and Authentic Expression in Early Motherhood with Elizabeth Tuazon124: Navigating Separation Pain & Family Dynamics with Elizabeth Turazon 129: Transitioning into the Fourth Trimester with Elizabeth Tuazon139: Embracing Community, Body Image, and Partnership: Insights for Elizabeth TuazonConnect with...
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