Description

This week, Melissa and Megan dive deep into the emotional rollercoaster of parenting, relationships, and life in the messy middle. From unexpected meltdowns (in both kids and moms) to suspected heart attacks on the way to the nail salon, this episode is all about the power of big feelings—and what happens when we actually let ourselves feel them.

Whether you’re crying in the Starbucks line, yelling into a pillow, or holding it together until the bathroom door shuts… you're not alone.

In this episode:

• What happens when kids (and adults) finally let their feelings out
• The messy reality of trying to regulate emotions while also managing everyone else's
• The societal discomfort with crying and how that impacts us from childhood through board meetings
• Tools we use to stay (somewhat) sane: breathwork, group texts, cupcakes, and crying on the inside
• Honest reflections on losing our cool—and what we teach our kids in the aftermath

 Resources + Mentions:

• Activate Your Inner Jaguar by Kimberly Ann Johnson
• Breathwork + Somatic practices we love
• Shaws frosting tubs (no, really)
• Trader Joe’s Pickle Chips & Everything Chips
• AI for meal planning (yes, we went there)

Favorite Quote:

“I don’t think we need to walk around crying everywhere we go—but if we didn’t shut kids down, they wouldn’t have to cry in the boardroom.”

Sponsor:

This episode is brought to you by Little Owl Apothecary –a family run business that is passionate about crafting herbal teas that nourish the body & soul.

 Visit their website: https://www.littleowlapothecary.com/

Follow on Instagram: @littleowlapothecary

Listen on:

Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Substack | YouTube

Let us know what resonated with you. If you’ve ever cried in line, in a meeting, or in the laundry room, you are in good company.