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As we stand on the threshold of 2025, I invite you to join me for a journey through the lessons, growth, and pivotal moments that have defined my past five years. In this episode of The Small Jar Podcast, I reflect on the evolution of motherhood, the transition into an empty nest, and the profound realization that loving unconditionally and leading with intention is the key to thriving in every role we play. Together, weâll explore how celebrating small wins, embracing self-compassion, and letting go of fear can transform our lives in ways we never imagined. Letâs step into 2025 with clarity, purpose, and the courage to be the woman weâve always wanted to be. Tune inâthis episode might just be the inspiration you need to make this year your best yet.
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This week on The Small Jar Podcast, I'm kicking off a transformative new series on Midlife Mindset Traps that keep us stuck in frustration and anxiety. If you find yourself struggling as a mom to find peace, connection, and purpose, this episode is for you. In this first episode, I dive into how our instinct to seek comfort can sometimes lead us astray, leaving us feeling dependent on external validation or stuck in unproductive habits. Youâll learn three powerful insights: the role your mindset plays in your emotional experiences, how to spot and step out of mindset traps, and most importantly, why thereâs absolutely nothing âwrongâ with you for feeling the way you do. Join me as I show you how to take charge of your thoughts and unlock more joy, peace, and freedom in this next chapter of life.
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10 out of 10! 5 stars! Excellent! Amazing!
Wouldn't it be nice if you could reflect on the upcoming holidays with this sentiment? In this episode of the Small Jar Podcast, I explore how...not by creating perfect circumstances, but by taking ownership of your emotional experience. Like a teacher, we have an internal "rubric" for judging our lives. But this often leads to disappointment when reality doesn't meet our expectations. Join me as I uncover how to redefine those expectations, embrace the messy beauty of life with our teens, and empower ourselves to create joy and peace this holiday season, no matter what comes our way. Tune in to discover how you can transform your holiday experience from good to truly great!
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Join me as I open up about the emotional tug-of-war that comes with parenting a high school senior as they prepare to leave the nest. Itâs a time of mixed emotionsâgrappling with pride, fear, and the bittersweet realization that life is changing. I share personal stories and insights on how to let go of the expectations that often define our connection with our teens, and instead, learn to embrace unconditional love and connection, even as they grow more independent. This episode is a guide for navigating this transformative time with intention and purpose.
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The emotions of parenting teens can hit hardâwhether itâs waiting for big college news, managing the quiet shift of an almost-empty nest, or navigating the bittersweet joy of watching your kids grow up. In this weekâs episode, Iâm sharing one of the most powerful lessons Iâve learned as a mom: how to create unconditional love, connection, and purposeâno matter the challenges or changes that come our way. This episode isnât just about giving your teen the space to grow; itâs about discovering the gift of growth for yourself.
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The holiday season is upon usâfilled with joy, love, and, letâs be honest, a fair share of stress. In this episode, I invite you to consider that peace isn't something you have to earn...but instead something that you have the power to choose. Join me as I share how you can step off the hamster wheel of expectationsâyour own and everyone else'sâand truly embrace a sense of calm and connection. As you navigate the holidays, give yourself the most precious gift of allâthe ability to choose peace.
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The holidays are approaching, and as midlife moms, the season can feel like a swirling storm of expectations, obligations, and emotions. We juggle so muchâfamily traditions, holiday planning, our childrenâs ever-changing needs, and the bittersweet reality of approaching the empty nest. Itâs no wonder we feel stretched thin. Overwhelm can manifest as a tangled web of stress, anxiety, guilt, and frustration, making it hard to enjoy what should be a season of peace and joy.
Letâs make this holiday different, my friend. Join me in this episode to learn how to overcome overwhelm--both over the holidays and in the year to come.
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Welcome back to the Small Jar's ONE Obstacle series where weâre diving into the one thing holding so many of us back from creating the happiness we want in midlife. This week, Iâm diving into that tricky emotion we all encounter but rarely name: disappointment. Why is it so hard to admit that weâre disappointedâsometimes with our lives, our relationships, or even with ourselves? Letâs talk about why this feeling shows up, what it really means, and how we can shift from feeling stuck in it to feeling empowered.
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Welcome back to the second episode in Small Jar's new series where weâre diving into the one thing holding so many of us back from creating the happiness we crave in midlife. In this episode, Iâm diving into one of the most common obstacles we face in midlifeâworry. Whether itâs our kids, our relationships, or uncertainty about the future, worry can consume us, leaving us feeling powerless and disconnected from the moments that matter most. Iâll explore why our minds are wired for worry and how it keeps us stuck. Whether your mind falls prey to mindset traps or if you find yourself trying to control the people or outcomes around you, all of this only serves to heighten anxiety. If youâve been feeling overwhelmed by worry, join me to discover how you can reclaim your peace, set powerful boundaries, and show up for yourself with intention.
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Welcome to a brand-new series on the Small Jar Podcast where weâre diving into the one thing holding so many of us back from creating the happiness we crave in midlife. If youâre a mom of teens or an empty nester, feeling like your world is shifting as your kids grow more independent, youâre not alone. What if I told you that there's one obstacle keeping you stuck, and that understanding this obstacle emotion is the key to unlocking a new chapter of peace, purpose, and joy in your life. In this episode, Iâll break down why this obstacle is so difficult to overcome, why the typical solutions donât work, and how you can finally overcome it. If you're ready to get unstuck and start living the life that you want, join me for this new series launch!
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As moms in midlife, we face a lot of challenges. In this week's episode, I'm diving into something thatâs been heavy on my heart latelyânavigating my son's senior year, the pressure of college applications, and all the emotions that come with it. If youâve ever felt overwhelmed by stress or found yourself worrying endlessly about your childâs future, youâll want to listen in.
I'll be sharing the roller coaster of emotions I've been experiencing, and more importantly, how Iâve been working through it all. But hereâs the twistâit's not just about managing anxiety or forcing gratitude. Itâs about truly understanding how our minds work, why those stressful thoughts show up, and what it means to be present even when life feels chaotic.
So, if youâre ready to explore how to find peace in the midst of the storm, how to recognize the purpose behind your thoughts, and how to see the beauty in your lifeâeven when itâs messyâthis episode is for you. Join me as we unpack the journey of embracing both the joy and the challenge of these pivotal moments.
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No matter how old your child, no matter what else you have on your plate, I bet you drop everything if they need you. It's just what we do as moms. You do everything in your power to support their dreams. We're working so hard to support the needs of everyone else in our life. But, who's taking care of us? Even though we wouldn't trade anything for the gift of being a mom, this sense of purpose and meaning doesn't solve for the anxiety and stress we can feel as we navigate raising and launching our kids. It doesn't solve for the loneliness we start to feel as our kids become busier in their lives and eventually leave home. In this episode, I explore the question - who's taking care of you. And how you can learn to take care of yourself on a deeper level than ever before.
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Let's talk about this phrase, "letting go." As we raise our teens and approach the empty nest, the thought of "letting go" of our kids is painful. It can make us feel like we need to hold on tighter, or dread a time when we really will have to let go. We think it means we have to let go of our desire to keep our kids safe and help them be happy and successful. We can think he means we have to let go of our connection with our kids, and the deep purpose we have felt as moms. Is it any wonder that it's hard to let these precious things go? But in this episode, I ask you to consider, do you really need to let your dreams for your child, or even your purpose as a mom go? If you're struggling as your teen grows up, this episode will empower you to know that you never have to let go of your child. In fact, you can create the love and connection you want with them, no matter how far away they go.
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How often does the phrase, "I don't know," come to mind or out of your mouth?
I don't know how to get my teen to listen.
I don't know why my daughter is always angry.
I don't know whether I should get involved.
I don't know what I should do next.Sound familiar?
There are some times where you literally don't know. In other words, there are facts that you don't have. Other times, we fall into what I call the "I Don't Know" mindset....when we tell ourselves that we don't know because we want to protect ourselves from pain. The problem is, when we tell ourselves "I don't know", and we fear the possibility of pain, what we're actually doing is staying stuck in pain.
In this weekâs episode of the Small Jar Podcast, I dive into how to understand the "I Don't Know" mindset...and how to empower yourself to decide how to move forward.
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If you've ever found yourself caught in a whirlwind of frustration, resentment, or feeling out of control because of how others are behavingâwhether it's your kids, your spouse, or others in your lifeâyou are not alone. Most of us give away our emotional power waiting for others to behave a certain way so we can feel okay. The problem is, this keeps us dependent on the circumstances of our lives going perfectly, and when they inevitably don't align with our hopes and expectations, we find ourselves stuck in painful emotion. Join me in this episode as I share how to create emotional intention so you can show up in your life with strength and peace, regardless of what's happening around you.
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One thing I love about being a mom is that I get to believe my in boys' potential, even when they can't see it. In fact, I am so fiercely dedicated to my belief in their potential, that there is nothing that can convince me they don't deserve all of the happiness and success their hearts can hold. But with ourselves, we're pretty quick to give up on our own potential. Or we wait for evidence to help us believe it. Whether we're looking for validation from others, or proof of our progress. The result is frustration and disappointment. And even worse, staying stuck. In this episode, I take a fresh look at the Mentor Mindset and how the skillset we have as we champion and coach our own kids is exactly the same mindset that can empower us to reach our own potential.
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As moms, we have really good advice. We want the best for our kids and we have a lot of experience in life that our kids don't have. But what's interesting is that the advice we give our kids is often the very same advice we need to hear ourselves. But how often do we actually take our own advice? In this episode, I share my personal experiences and examples from my coaching practice to help you see the wisdom you already have within you. Join me as we reflect on this sage advice and discover how to step into a more empowered and compassionate version of yourself.
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As a mom entering your childâs senior year of high school, you feel deeply the weight of the change to come. With each micro-goodbye, each "last", you feel closer to that time when you will have to say goodbye to your child. I've been down this road before with my older son, and as I approach my baby's senior year, I thought I would share the intentions I am going into this year with to be sure that I stay in the moment and support my son in the best way I can. I have learned that by becoming more intentional about your thoughts and how they shape your emotions, you harness the power to create any even deeper and more impactful connection with your child and also with yourself. This year is a pivotal time, full of bittersweet moments. Join me as we embrace all of it together.
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It's an emotional rollercoaster, this business of raising and launching teens. There are so many beautiful highs, but the lows are rough. We've been supporting our kids, helping them be safe, happy and successful, for so long, it's instinctual at this point. In fact, caring for our kids is as important to us as our own survival. So often we think of our emotions as being caused by people or situations in our life, but in this episode I explore how this isn't true. And why this is really good news! Look, in life, there will no doubt be triggers...situations that fire up our fight or flight response. Times that we have to navigate complicated decisions. Questions about how best to parent and support our kids. Life is always going to offer up new circumstances. But could you imagine understanding your emotions, and knowing how to be in control of them, so that you knew you could handle whatever comes your way? Check this episode out to learn how.
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