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Maintaining The Me In Marriage And MotherhoodWho's Handling Your Heart and Headspace?First Day of Mental Health Awareness Month… I’m talking hearts and head space..In this episode.. I’m challenging you to prioritize your mental health EVERYDAY at home and at work! The importance of genuine connection for mental wellness! Learning more than just your love languages…. Nurturing safe spaces… Keeping your heart soft and head space uncluttered! So many gems and tips dropped! Tap in!
2023-05-0239 minMaintaining The Me In Marriage And MotherhoodMom Guilt 2.0Mom guilt goes from pregnancy… “Did I eat enough nutritious food today for the baby?” to childhood “Am I working too much...are they on their Ipad or phone too much?” to adult children “Did I teach them enough to be able to be independent? It can be a rabbit hole of things to worry about if you don’t get ahold of it! LOL!On this week’s episode… we are back with special guest… Extreme Execution Coach Crystaliz Green... wife… mom of 2…. mompreneur.. and non profit leader talking about the different phases of mom guilt… embracing y...
2023-03-3142 minMaintaining The Me In Marriage And MotherhoodHow To Survive Bad AdviceFeeling seen and supported by a few trusted individuals goes a long way. But the quality of support makes the difference in the direction you go.When you’re not getting along with your spouse and/or can’t seem to get on the same page and the kids are off the chain… you probably do what most people do… Call somebody to vent or get advice.In this episode Im talking about the problem with getting advice from people who aren’t qualified, the benefit of getting professional support and 5 questions to consider when you’re look...
2023-03-1027 minMaintaining The Me In Marriage And MotherhoodPursuing Love While Considering DivorceBeing open to repairing the marriage while considering divorce can sound confusing. But this is a common situation that alot couples go through…. and often times.....Alone. Not having a support system or the right guidance can take things from bad to worse.In this episode.. Im sharing my own insight.. common mistakes and assumptions couples and outsiders make… the kind of support needed during this time… suggestions on how to navigate this awkward, confusing and most of the time painful process.
2023-03-0134 minMaintaining The Me In Marriage And MotherhoodGet Your Spark Back!In this episode... Im breaking down some barriers to productivity…sharing the importance of checking in with yourself and the road to getting your spark back! It only takes one spark to light a fire so get light up!There’s no new pictures or avatar changes.. no visuals… no follow up series yet… still no mic. Just me in my same closet/studio sharing my opinion! LOL! After many months of procrastination….Here’s the first episode after almost 2 years on hiatus!! Just checking in with you guys and breaking the ice! Enjoy!
2023-02-0319 min
Maintaining The Me In Marriage And MotherhoodOvercoming Barriers to Self CareIt's not that moms don't want to have a self care routine. A lot of times it's just difficult to find a routine that works for us and time to maintain it. There's so much information out there it can be overwhelming and out of reach depending on how full your schedule might be. You may also have a hard time finding qualified support. Tune in to find out a few tips on what support you may need, what some of the barriers are to self care and some ways to overcome them.
2021-03-2736 minMaintaining The Me In Marriage And MotherhoodDon't Ignore It... Manage It!Don't ignore the stress in your life... manage it! These last few weeks have been off the chain! Where much is given.. much is required was the mantra! Done is better than perfect... was the other one. Lol. Tune in to hear how basic self care, proper mentorship, and a few other tools can help you manage stress rather than ignore it!
2021-03-1915 minMaintaining The Me In Marriage And MotherhoodSelf AppreciationIt's the first week in Women's History Month and this has been an ongoing topic this week that started in the Modern Mommie Mogul Clubhouse Room. What do you appreciate about yourself? In this episode I am talking about self appreciation, barriers women have from accessing it, and how it aligns with self care. Tune in!
2021-03-0626 minMaintaining The Me In Marriage And MotherhoodWhat Are You Consuming?We can be on a roll getting things done and staying focused... then take a couple of days off and boom off track. You can be eating clean.. drinking your water.. then one celebration and boom you're eating out three times this week! It happens that fast! So on this week's episode I'm sharing a few tips on how to get back on track when you get sidetracked! Tune in!
2021-02-2615 minMaintaining The Me In Marriage And MotherhoodValentine's Day.. In or Out?However you choose to celebrate this year... I'm here to take the pressure of with a few timeless Valentines Day tips for married and single moms! Tune in!
2021-02-1329 minMaintaining The Me In Marriage And MotherhoodGoodness Is Never WastedGoodness is never wasted is nothing but pure optimism. It's self care. Do you ever regret time you've spent on something that didn't work out? Have you ever given advice or helped someone and didn't get paid or a tangible return right away? Don't let that turn in to a form of goodness fatigue. Tune in to hear my response to these questions, more about how goodness is never wasted and a bonus of tips from our clubhouse room.. what men are doing in 2021 for self care! Download now!
2021-02-0536 minMaintaining The Me In Marriage And MotherhoodMore Adding Less SubtractingHey guys! First podcast of the new year! I'm back and it's finally feeling like a new year! I switched it up a little and decided... Instead of going into the new year subtracting and focusing on what we're cutting out.. how about just adding more good things? Tune in to hear more about the good things I've added to my schedule and self care.. and what I've learned in the last few weeks that set the tone for my 2021. Download now and listen!
2021-01-2924 minMaintaining The Me In Marriage And Motherhood2020... Bye Girl!Last podcast of the year! Thankful for the lessons and the blessings.... Tune in to hear what's next for moms in 2021! Happy New year!
2021-01-0111 minMaintaining The Me In Marriage And MotherhoodRefocus and Recharge!2021 is around the corner! There have been many ups and downs in 2020... and things are looking unpredictable across the world! 2021 can still be YOURS! Start where you are and with who you are! My FREE E-Book is ready for download on my website! www.modernmommiemogul.com"How to Discover your Mogul Mom Style" A guide to help moms discover how to take your motherhood to the next level by learning your strengths and limitations. We will not be getting ran by our motherhood we will be running our motherhood! Tune in to hear more about setting our intentions to...
2020-12-1912 minMaintaining The Me In Marriage And MotherhoodKnow Your Role & Slow Your RollDon't feel pressure to quit your day job for your hustle! Do both until you feel like the time is right to leave that stable paycheck. The look of entrepreneurship got people twisted. There's still a need for jobs and employees to properly run a business! Owning a business is not for everybody and when you have a family, you have to be strategic on how you move! Just a tiny rant on pretentious people and the importance on getting a job in the field that matches your natural talents! TUNE IN!
2020-12-1136 minMaintaining The Me In Marriage And MotherhoodThe Teen TalkWe gotta make sure we are checking in with our teens. If 2020 has been heavy for us... it may be even heavier for them! High School graduations on Zoom... sports on hold... distance learning... family conflict... over scheduled.. under rested... excessive screen time... minimal social contact and the list goes on! Suicide rates amongst teens have gone up in the last 10 years even before the pandemic! Unrealistic standards of happiness, too much pressure on achievement, etc. Tune in to hear more about the importance of open dialogue with your teens, the shocking info I got from my training and having...
2020-12-0435 minMaintaining The Me In Marriage And MotherhoodMogul MonfidenceMom and Confidence is Momfidence. We need it! There are people everywhere constantly judging your every move. We are all guilty of it and it's not always from a bad a place. But if you're not sure of yourself, even in your mistakes, people will always be able to control how you operate. There are too many uncertainties when you have a family to get caught up in the opinions of others, so your momfidence has to be strong. Tune in to hear more about momfidence, the 4 seasons of marriage, raising teens and the importance of prioritizing your family's needs!
2020-11-2029 minMaintaining The Me In Marriage And MotherhoodListening To Understand is the Real Bag!Understanding we can have the same goals and different avenues, allowing others the space to give their perspective, and not assuming people share your views because they're your friends or family... is the real bag. How much more could we accomplish if we were willing to listen to understand rather than just respond or argue! Tune in to hear my two cents about this topic and more!
2020-11-1323 minMaintaining The Me In Marriage And MotherhoodWhistle While You Wait!On this episode... Just a couple of quick reminders and encouragement...Whistle.... Breathe.... and Relax! So much uncertainty is causing people to freak out these days and for good reason! Feel your feelings but understand that feelings are constantly changing and any decisions that are made out of emotion can come with a lot of regret! Tune in to hear a few suggestions to get through it!
2020-11-0614 minMaintaining The Me In Marriage And MotherhoodIn These Married Mom Shoes!Taking time for self care does not come naturally and for most of us moms.... it’s a journey to get there! Moms wearing many hats... being married, having children, working, owning a business/businesses, community work, social life, working out, and the list goes on! Mom guilt, postpartum, social pressure, lack of self awareness, lack of resources, being misinformed, unstructured schedules, cultural biases etc. So many reasons why it’s such a struggle to get to a place where self care is a priority! On this week’s episode... Special guest LaToya Stewart... who also wears several hats... wife... mom of...
2020-10-291h 26Maintaining The Me In Marriage And MotherhoodSister Sister in MotherhoodMotherhood comes with a whole lifestyle change... which can be expected. But what many moms don't expect is the changes in their relationships with their family members. Especially their sisters! Growing up being BFFS, same schools, same outfits, same friends, same plans etc.; then boom marriage & motherhood. Priorities shift! Plans change! Family dynamics change! But how can the sisterhood be saved? Identical twins, Dona Jackson and Sonya Davis are the special guests on this episode to talk about their experience with conflict, separation and trying to balance their sisterhood with marriage, kids, divorce, career, living cross country, friends, other family...
2020-10-151h 11Maintaining The Me In Marriage And MotherhoodGaslighting in MotherhoodIn recent months the term "gaslighting" has become more popular and many people may still do not know what it means. When you hear about "Gaslighting" it's usually used in the context of romantic relationships... but on this episode I'm going to be highlighting gaslighting in motherhood. What does it mean? What are the signs? Are you gaslighting your children? I will answering these questions and more! Tune in!!
2020-10-0928 minMaintaining The Me In Marriage And MotherhoodMindful MommiesManaging our emotions, evaluating ourselves objectively, taking constructive feedback and being able to recognize our feelings are very important skills in motherhood! To be able to better connect with your children... being self aware is key. If not, you can get caught up repeating patterns of your own childhood rather than being present in your own parenting. Learning to be more self aware doesn't happen overnight, but it's never too late to start! On this episode, I will be sharing my own experience with learning about self awareness, signs that you may lack self awareness, and a few tips on...
2020-10-0230 minMaintaining The Me In Marriage And MotherhoodBefore You Check His Phone...For the inspector gadget ladies... for the navigation download ladies... for the fake page creator ladies... and any other ladies that are knee deep in the rabbit hole of needing more information... I have a message for you today! I want to free some people with some tips on what you may need to do BEFORE checking his phone... You need to hear this!! Tune in!!
2020-09-2535 minMaintaining The Me In Marriage And MotherhoodLists and HugsI wish I would’ve known more about this episode topic BEFORE I got married and became a mother! The more you know the how, why and what... about yourself the easier it is to understand your spouse and children. It’s never too early or too late to learn more about YOU and strengthen your relationships! Even though you may prefer one style over the other... it’s about balance! That way you’re able to recharge yourself without sucking up all the energy in the house. So I’m dropping a few gems on ways to identify if you and yo...
2020-09-1839 minMaintaining The Me In Marriage And MotherhoodDon't Just Pray... Move!Prayer is powerful and miracles do happen! But you can’t rely on miracles alone! You gotta do some additional work to really see change on a consistent basis. You gotta take ACTION! A lot of times people will encourage you to pray but that’s it! Then nothing changes and you think prayer doesn’t work. But chances are you were just waiting on a miracle in an area that needs more work!!! On this episode, I’m sharing a few tips and examples on what other elements need to be added along with your prayer life in your relation...
2020-09-1122 min
Maintaining The Me In Marriage And MotherhoodP is for ProgressWelcome back guys! Excited to get back in motion! I'm talking direction over speed, what I learned from fasting social media for the month of August, the process of being under construction but keeping it moving and a few tips about weight management in the pandemic! TUNE IN!
2020-09-0416 minMaintaining The Me In Marriage And MotherhoodBlack Love ExperienceIt takes two to have a Black Love experience... so today on the 100TH episode I have my husband, Mr. Stephens as my very special guest! This is his first podcast ever and my first male guest! I think it's time to hear from the men. Why is Black Love important? What is it like to be a black husband and father in today's society? AND.. What is marriage material? He will be answering these questions... giving a male perspective on the roles and responsibilities in marriage and parenting and why some men are afraid to marry! So you don't...
2020-07-3151 minMaintaining The Me In Marriage And MotherhoodWhat's the Next Step?Insert serenity prayer... how do we pivot? what are the next steps? how can I improve? These are questions most of us are asking ourselves right now... I am sharing my thoughts on my next steps, pivoting and how the process is coming along. It's important to share more than results. There are a ton of emotions, set backs, lessons and AHA moments in the process and that's how we can learn from each other! Tune in.. I got a few gems in here!
2020-07-2430 minMaintaining The Me In Marriage And MotherhoodTransgression or Growth?I really debated for the last couple of days on whether I should touch on this topic but.. there were so many layers I felt needed some attention! Layers of accountability and codependency, double standards, women telling their own stories and much more! Download, tune in, share and comment.
2020-07-1736 minMaintaining The Me In Marriage And MotherhoodMy Single Mother MindsetGoing from single mom to married mom is much more than a name change. It’s a mindset change... which values and life skills do you take with you into your new role? Is there room for any of it? Are you truly being present in your new role? Are you committed to the transition? On this episode I will be sharing the answers to these questions from my personal experience, a recent epiphany I had during this time in quarantine, and why coaches need coaches! Tune in! Share this post and comment!
2020-07-0925 minMaintaining The Me In Marriage And MotherhoodFreezing and FertilityTypically when we would hear about infertility and conversations about freezing eggs it’s centered around women with no children. But what about the mothers who may have gotten side tracked with their careers and other goals and haven’t been able to invest time in meeting Mr. Right but would like to expand their family in the future? On today’s episode, special guest Shay Love who is one of 13 children, a mom to her 6 year old daughter, Director of Human Resources at Steve Harvey Global, Black Lives Matter Advocate and is now following her call to ministry and is her...
2020-06-301h 23Maintaining The Me In Marriage And MotherhoodParenting & Payroll in the PandemicFor most ppl.. the Pandemic has forced us to look at work in a new way... layoffs/work from home orders and kids out of school... has brought a lot of moms to a creative space and even for those who had never thought of entrepreneurship.. are giving it a second glance. People go into entrepreneurship for many reasons but moms typically go into MOM-prenuership for many additional reasons that the average single person doesn’t have to consider. On this episode... I brought in my Atlanta moms friends Shekayla Williams, Ebony Brown and Shadonna Johnson to share their experiences an...
2020-06-221h 10Maintaining The Me In Marriage And MotherhoodWomen Empowerment LaneSAll women empowerment movements are not the same! It’s important to recognize that the influencers and various social media brands are not all speaking to the same audience... nor do they all have the same engagement tactics or goals.... and that’s okay. Social media has gotten so popular and people have gotten so used to people over sharing and giving away information that it’s easy to forget that people are human and most of the time... trying to find balance with their private vs public life. There are some women empowerment brands who are all about the ppl...
2020-06-1919 minMaintaining The Me In Marriage And MotherhoodWe Got Time Today!These times we are in will go down in history! There will be no Black Lives Matter Bandwagoning, we got questions, praying for discernment, staying committed, remembering God is our source and staying 10 Toes Down! Tune in!
2020-06-0531 minMaintaining The Me In Marriage And MotherhoodToo Much Sun Makes a DesertWe all love a positive vibe... it feels good to be out here living in our light.. Feel good music playing... champagne sipping... clearing out the negative energy... Good vibes only in the bio... date nights.. black love... surrounded by friends and family with honey on their lips speaking nothing but sweetness... happy marriages... marble floors.. granite countertops.. It’s like a movie... don’t kill my vibe! TOXIC POSITIVITY! There’s no room for reality, dissatisfaction, disappointment, infertility, infidelity, broken hearts, death, messy houses, job loss, postpartum, anxiety, depression, confusion... NOONE wants to see the battles and struggles.... that goes u...
2020-05-291h 02Maintaining The Me In Marriage And MotherhoodThrow the Whole Kitchen Away!When you’re cooking 2,3,4, 5 times a day.. but trying not to gain too much weight.. doing your own nails and hair.. which can take 3-5 business days depending on your skill level... whether you have 4C or 3A hair... and which nail top coat you have access to that may never fully dry... going to the store for the 50leventh time, Zoom calling on overload, working from home and homeschooling. Turning the garage or living room into a gym...but you need a leg press and not a thick rubberband for your thighs.. trying not to get pregnant
2020-05-1828 minMaintaining The Me In Marriage And MotherhoodMs. and Mrs. Relationship ExpectationsHeyyyy! It's another group chat! Joining in the fun are today's guests, Candice Yau, Jennifer Bell Cornelius, and Yasmine Parrish! We are having a candid conversation and Q & A about relationship expectations from 2 single women and 2 married women's perspective. Everything from motherhood, being a ride or die, young lust and love, securing the mom-bag, modern day submission, empty nesting, to childhood experiences are all on the table on this episode! Listen!!!
2020-05-091h 43Maintaining The Me In Marriage And MotherhoodNatural TransitionAmbitious women have a work ethic that is unmatched.. working towardsgoals.. achieving goals... rinse and repeat! Never give up is a motto that transcends and can keep you awake at night! But when you have a family.. you can burn the candle on both ends! Finding that rhythm may require taking your foot off the gas completely, putting yourself in park and re-evaluate! Special guest Kimberly Wright will be sharing her experience with toxic productivity, burning out,transitioning from owning a successful salon to pursue her passion and how the pandemic has sprung her...
2020-05-0156 minMaintaining The Me In Marriage And MotherhoodHold Your Plans LightLicensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Dating Coach and Hurricane Katrina survivor Bree Jenkins is here as our special guest to discuss the human side of therapists, holding your plans light, how Covid 19 affected her business, trending concerns, Toxic Productivity, wellness mindset, coping skills suggestions to manage stress and anxiety, pushing through uncertainty , and of course.... relationship advice during the Pandemic for Couples who live together/ Couples who live apart and Quarantine dating tips! Tune in!! We didn’t miss a beat!
2020-04-231h 03Maintaining The Me In Marriage And MotherhoodQuiet is Not Weak... Loud is Not StrongBeing your authentic selves in a relationship will allow you and your person an opportunity to thrive as unit. It’s really not about having the “right approach” or the “right personality” or the “right moves”. People have their natural style of communication.. it’s how they prefer to communicate and be communicated with! There’s not a certain “type” of person that is marriage material. As long as the two people in the relationship have an understanding and are making an effort to see and hear each other... it doesn’t matter what others have to say about it. Tune in to hear more abo...
2020-04-1827 minMaintaining The Me In Marriage And MotherhoodNot Just Fruit... Good Fruit!Moms everywhere are adjusting to the recent and abrupt changes in our households and businesses. Due to social distancing.... I had my first Zoom interview with my good friend and special guest Candice Yau who joined in to chop it up about being raised by her grandparents... and like most of us.. “Don’t bring no babies home” was the extent of the discussion surrounding sex and relationships growing up! Not having that open dialogue leaves many women left to figure things out on on their own! Tune in to hear how a near death experience and fasting sex for Lent l...
2020-04-101h 30Maintaining The Me In Marriage And MotherhoodPrioritizing PeaceYou have to be intentional about creating a peaceful environment for you and your family! What are some things you are doing to prioritize peace in your house? When you're so used to being on the go and having school routes, practices, rehearsals, meetings, fitness goals, brunches, etc... home can feel more like a landing pad rather than a preferred place filled with activities and good times because we are not there long enough to enjoy it!! We are all learning how to turn our homes into schools, gyms, restaurants, and offices literally overnight... which can be very overwhelming for...
2020-04-0142 minMaintaining The Me In Marriage And MotherhoodQuarantine and ChillQuarantine and chill is not like Netflix and Chill... Quarantining for parents is still a whole full schedule and if you have multiple children... forget about it
2020-03-2544 minMaintaining The Me In Marriage And MotherhoodPray and Plan... Don't Panic!Mom life is off the chain right now! We are used to wearing many hats but we are at hat capacity right now! LOL! Group chats have been going up with quarantine chronicles! I have been attacked and debated by multiple Virgos this week. We are in need of prayer and a plan! Just wanted to check in and remind everyone that we have been trained for this! This is what moms do! We make a dollar out of 15 cents and God is still in control! Tune in to hear a few simple tips to decompress and pull it together...
2020-03-2029 minMaintaining The Me In Marriage And MotherhoodDo It Anyway!This has been a heck of a week for everyone but God is still in control! Sending good vibes and quarantining tips! Sharing and finding ways to serve! Also a reminder that it is important to be accountable to the commitments you have made to yourself.. regardless of what life brings... DO IT ANYWAY!
2020-03-1529 min
Maintaining The Me In Marriage And MotherhoodCandid Conversation and Debate!What happens when you get three strong willed opinionated women in the room? Knowledge, wisdom and straight comedy
2020-03-031h 15Maintaining The Me In Marriage And MotherhoodParenting is Hard... But You Can Do Hard Things!SHOUT OUT TO ALL THE PARENTS OUT THERE DOING THEIR BEST! Trying to praise the Lord, set boundaries, keep our heads above water, raise children, level up, make money, keep it cute, get married, stay married, budget, celebrate, balance, work out, get up early, and keep a clean house...etc. EVERYDAY! Keeping it 100%... it's so tiring! To keep it all together.. there has to be order. Social media and other outside influences cannot take the lead in your household! I am opening up the conversation about the importance of parents having hard conversations, an open heart, a listening ear but...
2020-02-2441 minMaintaining The Me In Marriage And MotherhoodGangs, Tribes and CommunitiesThere’s a natural life cycle filled with communities... In all of these cycles, experiences and stages there’s a gang, tribe and/or community that you’re in or attached to! To name a few, you have the education community models of grade school, middle school, most high school, some college, and some entrepreneurship... there’s also the corporate community model of employees, managers, executives and the board of directors.. Then there’s the relationship community models... Singles, single mothers, married, married moms, divorced, and divorced moms.. In all of these cycles, stages and experiences there’s a community transition p...
2020-02-2041 minMaintaining The Me In Marriage And MotherhoodHow to Love the Lane You're In with Bree JenkinsWith Valentines Day approaching ... there are a range of emotions in the air! I thought it was important to address some of these emotions and bring encouragement and positive vibes wherever you are on the Love Day spectrum! For this occasion I brought in special guest LMFT/Dating Coach Bree Jenkins also founder of The Gathered Life. She is giving her insight on relationship boundaries for singles, marriage and divorcees...the difference between coaching and therapy... the importance of building your happiness bank.......tips on how to enjoy the love process at each stage and suggestions for Love Day activities...
2020-02-1459 minMaintaining The Me In Marriage And MotherhoodMy Closet is Clean but I'm Still Not in My Skinny Jeans!I’ve been taking 2020 on with a different approach! Prepping for the decade vs the year! Giving myself permission to take my time and slowing down a bit from the hustle and bustle. Less rigid with goal setting, but still making some progress, checking in with myself everyday.. going to the gym and feeling good but not losing weight (not the focus right now). Being intentional with checking in with my feelings wheel (definition addressed on the podcast) and getting out of my side hustle comfort zone
2020-02-0940 minMaintaining The Me In Marriage And MotherhoodWho's the Boss?You don't lose your position of authority for acknowledging a misstep. Believe it or not, as children get older they recognize when you're not holding up well in your adulthood and they see the mistakes you've made or making. This is the beginning of creating false narratives and teaching lack of accountability. On this episode, I will be sharing more about normalizing apologizing to children, teaching transparency, shattering images of perfection and gaining respect from mistakes! TUNE IN!!
2020-02-0251 minMaintaining The Me In Marriage And MotherhoodGet Clear About What You Want!Getting clear about what you want in your relationships...Prioritizing the friend-ship in the relation-ship, less focus on trauma and more focus on the ACTION STEPS to healing. Tune in to hear my two cents and a nickel!!
2020-01-2737 minMaintaining The Me In Marriage And MotherhoodYour Greatness is Always with You!Life situations, disappointments, bad decisions, and a limited mindset can make us feel like our greatness is cancelled! I'm here to tell you... I learned you're not powerful enough to cancel your greatness! It is always with you..find out where it's hidden by tuning in!!
2020-01-1934 minMaintaining The Me In Marriage And MotherhoodSingle Business to Family Business Part 3We are BACK with Kam and Deena for the finale and Part 3 of Single Business to Family Business! We finally get to the topic at hand! How they got into their family business in the entertainment industry, choosing home school or traditional school, how they continue to be booked and busy and blend all the other aspects of their life. Lots of laughs and insightful info! TUNE IN!
2020-01-121h 15Maintaining The Me In Marriage And MotherhoodI Know You Guys Love Me.... But I Got This!Happy New Year!!! The new year is a great time for checks and balances! But are you really checking in with yourself or are you checking in with other people about what’s best for you? Are you afraid to lose friends and family from not taking their advice in case things don’t work out? Are you afraid to outgrow your support system? Do you need everyone to be on board with your choices? Is your group chat your main resource center? Is your relationship or dating life a group project? Are you feeling the need to cut people off...
2020-01-0553 minMaintaining The Me In Marriage And MotherhoodThe Traveling MomUsually when you think of the parent with a career that requires travel.. it’s the dad! No big deal... Mom has everything covered!! But these days.... there are more women with careers that require them to travel! It's a new narrative but the expectations are much different for moms! On this episode special guest , Olympic Gold medalist Joanna Hayes is sharing how she manages traveling for work with her girls’ school and sports schedule, how motherhood has changed her perspective on “good parenting”, her appreciation for her support system, Kidz Bop and blending her life roles as a wife, mother...
2019-12-291h 10Maintaining The Me In Marriage And MotherhoodJumping Into Motherhood Later than SoonerWith the growing number of career women and female entrepreneurs... many women have put motherhood on the bottom of their to do list! Times are changing and women are having children later than sooner! I have special guest Nicole Haynes mompreneur, former World Class Track and Field athlete, Sports/Anchor Reporter , USC graduate (she’s a proud Trojan alumni) and also apart of my “Day Ones” crew. She’s giving us the real deal about starting later than sooner in motherhood. Everything from pregnancy to challenges in lifestyle and career change, mom tribe awareness, blending fun and family, and maneuvering in these...
2019-12-1153 minMaintaining The Me In Marriage And MotherhoodSingle Business to Family Business pt2Two of my Day 1 Crew Kam Horne and Deena Bacon continue our group chat on our"journeys" from single life to family life! We didn't know we were on a journey....we were just out here living, making mistakes, growing and glowing...and it just all came together by God's grace and mercy! It was more of an escapade than a journey! Tune in! More gems dropped!
2019-12-0450 minMaintaining The Me In Marriage And MotherhoodBe Your Own PlugEven though children can take up a-lot of space in a moms mind....Moms do chat about more than just kids
2019-11-2758 minMaintaining The Me In Marriage And MotherhoodSingle Business to Family Business Part 1This was a group chat phone conversation with my Day Ones that turned into a 3 part episode! Special Guests Deena Bacon and Kam Horne share their transition from teen moms in entertainment to married moms in entertainment. In this episode, they will be giving the back story of how they got into the commercial world before making it a family business! FUN FACTS: We were all raised by divorced single moms and had sons in our late teens with men we never married! You get plenty of information on this first episode before the call drops LOL! Tune in to...
2019-11-1834 minMaintaining The Me In Marriage And MotherhoodDo You Really Know Your Daycare Provider?From 6 weeks to 4 years old...Unless you're a stay at home mom or dad, have split shifts with your hubby, or have a grandparent that can stay home with your children... working moms have to have daycare! In fact, one of the major factors of the success of a moms career relies on having safe, trustworthy, dependable daycare for their children! On today's episode..with 30 yrs of experience under her belt...Mommypreneur/Daycare Provider Veteran and creator of Daycare Chronicles 101 Miss Tanya is our special guest! She will be sharing her experience in the family daycare business and tips on...
2019-11-1057 minMaintaining The Me In Marriage And MotherhoodEvolution of MotherhoodMotherhood is a journey... it doesn't matter how many books you've read or degrees in childhood development you have... you will learn the most from your mommy peers and lived experience! The minute you think you've mastered it.. BOOM! Someone needs math tutoring... someone can't find their PE uniform... someone has appendicitis.... someone signed up for the infantry unit in the Marine Corps... all at the same time and you have to go to work! There's no book for that... job is not done! So get ready to make plenty of mistakes...learn from them..pray for wisdom and understanding...
2019-11-0231 minMaintaining The Me In Marriage And MotherhoodTurn the Page...People have a misconception that once they become a mother they have to let their dreams go. Sometimes you gotta just turn the page and start a new chapter. If you don't like the way the narrative in your life is being played out. CHANGE IT!!! Kids don't stop you, they redirect you on a new path. In this episode Ill be sharing my own experiences of making changes and encouraging women to see the bigger picture.
2019-10-2523 minMaintaining The Me In Marriage And MotherhoodYou Gotta See Beyond the MomentPeople generally go into relationships with the intention to get a need or multiple needs met. We're human and were born with the need to have community and being in loving relationships with others. So the expectation is once they're in this relationship...the relationship itself will be responsible for their needs, happiness, and general well being. The problem is every relationship hits a rough patch and when that happens nowadays most people are opting out at that point rather than working it out because they think this is a sign of incompatibility. So they break up with the illusion...
2019-10-1055 minMaintaining The Me In Marriage And MotherhoodAttention is Not LoveTune in to hear some myths and misconceptions surrounding attention that get so many women caught up and allow their relationship imagination to run wild. Just because a person shows surface attention by liking your pics.. watching your stories.. giving you compliments.. and/or sending good morning texts doesn't mean they love you. On the other hand, if you're in a relationship where there's an attention deficit..Don't fall into the trap of getting surface attention from someone else and lose your whole REAL relationship chasing butterflies! Don't be afraid to have that open communication of what kind of attention...
2019-09-2632 minMaintaining The Me In Marriage And MotherhoodSidechicks, Situationships and InfidelityA harsh reality in life is if you're in a relationship you have more than likely encountered some type of triangle, square or nowadays an octagon. Most people come with a past so when you meet them they're more than likely already in a relationship or in "transition" or "indecisive" of one or more entanglements. With all of the confusion and scenarios and thanks to social media exposing us to all these different options of relationship styles....some of us traditional folks are getting lost in the sauce. In this episode, I will be clarifying the differences in the definitions...
2019-09-121h 00Maintaining The Me In Marriage And MotherhoodMy 6 Takeaways from Fasting and Praying for 31 Days!WELCOME BACK MOMS! The importance of knowing God is in control and He is your source is the key to peace of mind! Whenever you're trying to make a move in the right direction is when you will get the most distractions and things will go haywire! But you gotta stay 10 toes down! On this episode I will be sharing my top 6 takeaways from fasting and praying the whole month of August... and why I almost talked myself out of it!
2019-09-0642 minMaintaining The Me In Marriage And MotherhoodShine Brighter....not just in the summer!In this episode I'm encouraging women to advocate for themselves. Don't lose yourself in marriage, motherhood or the opinions of others! Set the tone to be a magnet to people with positive energy... no more dimming your light or trying to adjust the temperature to accommodate others! Shine Bright and let them adjust to you!
2019-08-0128 minMaintaining The Me In Marriage And MotherhoodMen are not a financial plan...and neither are your children!In this episode, I am advocating for children to have voices and moms to free themselves of disappointment from expectations! As parents we have so much influence over our children's decisions and future. But, let's make sure we are not trying to get a "do over" of our own lives through them, dangling the carrot to satisfy the mom ego or making them responsible for our retirement plan! I'm sharing a few tips on balance and accountability in motherhood! Tune IN!!
2019-07-1530 minMaintaining The Me In Marriage And MotherhoodCan't Be Bitter and BalanceWhen making big decisions in your career and having a family there are some key things moms need to consider! I will be sharing my own experience of dealing with these challenges in my own family. Who you should reach out to for guidance? Ways to avoid resentment when trying to find balance and more!
2019-07-0721 minMaintaining The Me In Marriage And MotherhoodWhen June Comes Too Soon!It's Summertime!! Half way through the year and everything is not done but the glass is half full! No time for June gloom... we got shit to do! Checking in with the midyear mom duties! More living in the moment, taking busy days off, mom day do overs and patting yourself on the back!
2019-06-2832 minMaintaining The Me In Marriage And MotherhoodTeen Momming to Balancing Business and MatrimonyJust two moms chatting about life and love! Special guest Jennifer Sinigal Bell-Cornelius Aka Jenn! Pharmaceutical sales rep by day and Accessory designer by night!We are talking about everything from being a teen mom to being newly married/empty nesting/blending families/ mompreneurship/ side hustling/and being a fashionista etc. Its a loaded conversation! Jenn is sharing about how she navigated as a single mom of one son in areas of her career, social life and love life.. also the importance of a strong male figure in her son’s life and her new accessory line Born To Ro...
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Maintaining The Me In Marriage And MotherhoodWhat is therapy...because I'm not crazy!So many questions surrounding therapy! What is therapy? How do I know if I need therapy? How do I pick the therapist for me? What if we need marriage counseling and my husband won’t go? How do I know if my child needs therapy? Do therapists need therapy? Today you will get an answer to your questions and much more from Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Certified Mediator Danielle Lipkin. In her 15+ years of experience she’s sharing everything from how she balances career and family to the experiences of motherhood with a blended family to helping ppl over...
2019-06-0652 minMaintaining The Me In Marriage And MotherhoodThese Kids Can't Have My Last NerveModern Mommie's mini rant about the BTS of motherhood once the end of the school year is approaching and the kids are in transition. Summer is here and they will need to be entertained! How I manage all these personalities and keep them from getting to the last nerve!
2019-05-3124 minMaintaining The Me In Marriage And MotherhoodYou don't need my permission...just my unconditional loveSince there's no manual in motherhood... for the most part we are learning as we go! We may cross reference with other parents in regards to school recommendations, summer programs, groupon leads, kid friendly restaurant spots, play dates etc. But as your children start to transition into the teenage years and into adulthood there's a whole other level of support you may need. Especially in taboo areas like sexuality and mental health. We have all been conditioned to a don't ask don't tell society which limits the resources to parents who are faced with some of these taboo experiences with...
2019-05-2448 minMaintaining The Me In Marriage And MotherhoodWives Supporting Wives"When we can show our imperfections but still show our deep love"- Jada Pinkett Smith on married couples being able to share their journey together without being attacked or have their authenticity questioned. In today's society, it seems that people are constantly missing their opportunity for growth in relationships because people can't share their experiences honestly without being attacked or misunderstood. Have married couples been pigeon holed by singles to live up to the expectation that marriage is a destination and not a journey? Are wives under too much pressure to mask their insecurities or imperfections to protect the...
2019-05-1558 minMaintaining The Me In Marriage And MotherhoodA Side of Baby...Hold the ManSince the divorce rates are going up... Women are taking a lead as the higher income earner... 40 is the new 20 on social media.... gender reveals are the new baby shower...baby showers are the new weddings... Mr. Right hasn't shown up yet.. should women opt out for a successful career and a sperm donor? Is this the new American dream? Are moms and wives the biggest supporters of this new idea? Find out in this group chat with friends of the show Breann Cook and Yasmine Parris.. we are giving our two cents on the new idea of the American...
2019-05-0852 minMaintaining The Me In Marriage And MotherhoodTrust the Process of Your Love StoryForever is a long time to settle for love that doesn't feel good. Whether it's children, history, family ties or fear of getting older make sure the relationship you're in is the one you really want to be in and not just a safety zone. It is important to know the difference between settling and recognizing a dry spell. Understanding that a solid relationship doesn't happen overnight and you have to trust the process of YOUR love story. Don't let the statistics, group chat and social media standards have you stuck or rushing in and out of relationships.
2019-04-3032 minMaintaining The Me In Marriage And MotherhoodNo More Mother May I!Discussing toxic patterns in mother-daughter relationships, suggestions and remedies for some of these patterns... Identifying your own toxic patterns in motherhood with your own children.. the importance of protecting your personal identity, values and goals! Encouraging women to balance individuality and closeness... to take control of their journey and stop looking for approval from the elders. NO MORE MOTHER MAY I.Article referenced: www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/tech-support/201502/8-toxic-patterns-in-mother-daughter-relationships
2019-04-1856 minMaintaining The Me In Marriage And MotherhoodThe Lives After a LossWhen the dust settles and the visitors have gone home, phones calls stop coming in and it becomes more of a distant memory for friends and family members whose lives go back to their regular routine.... and for the most part... even with the best intentions...none of what people say they're going to do actually gets done... you will still have the reality of raising and caring for your child who has lost their parent! In this episode I'm sharing my personal experience of having a child who lost their father at a young age. He's an adult now...
2019-04-0935 minMaintaining The Me In Marriage And MotherhoodHey Moms! Reminder: "Done is better than Perfect"Shouting out podcasters Nicaila Matthews Okome (Side Hustle Pro) and Kristen R. Harris (God Put Me Up on Game) for introducing me to podcaster Sakita Holley (Hashtags and Stilettos) motto "Done is Better Than Perfect" Babyyyyyy game changing! Also Mrs. Obama dropping gems on balance and mommy collaborations in her book Becoming! And a couple of reminders that it's the little things that can motivate you to stay on track. Virtual pep talks are so necessary! Enjoy!
2019-03-2814 minMaintaining The Me In Marriage And MotherhoodThe Dating GameWe have all either been in the game, still in the game, or back in the game.... The Dating Game!!! Dating can be scary and over time of countless disappointments feel like it's not even worth it... especially when you're a MOM! You already have a lot on your plate... then to add possible heartbreak to the mix... no thanks! But you can't let fear of the unknown keep you from new opportunities IN LIFE AND LOVE! Listen to the questions and answers of the dating game with special guest and mom Yasmine Parrish! She's back to talk about everything...
2019-03-1956 minMaintaining The Me In Marriage And MotherhoodRules of Engagement: Boundaries and AftermathIn this week's episode I am addressing how to set boundaries when interacting with your friend's man and the importance of protecting your reputation. I am weighing in on the Jordyn Woods response on Red Table Talk regarding this topic. Even though I am not into celebrity drama, I think bringing this into perspective on a more social norm level is necessary because it is a common mistake people make all the time just going with the flow... not respecting peoples relationships not even out of malice but just being unaware of setting clear boundaries.People...
2019-03-0545 minMaintaining The Me In Marriage And MotherhoodMarriage, Motherhood and Money#inmybag Moms are getting in their bags in 2019!!!! Sandra Barranco joins us today to talk about marriage, motherhood and MONEY!! She tells us how she went from teaching high school English to owning her own dance studio and becoming a financial planner! We are discussing gender roles, financial literacy, goal setting, building a strong legacy, making time for your family, the difference between being a business owner and self employed and much more! You can find her on Instagram:@thefusionstudios@sandrambarrancoEmail:sandrabarrancofinancial@gmail.com
2019-02-261h 02Maintaining The Me In Marriage And MotherhoodCreate Your Healing SpaceHealing can take months and sometimes years. Are you allowing fear and lack of gratitude stunt your healing growth? Are you creating a space or environment for healing? In this episode, I am sharing tips on how to assess your healing process, asking questions to spark introspection and have you analyze your healing environment. Reference used: Documentary: Heal on Netflix
2019-02-1927 minMaintaining The Me In Marriage And MotherhoodV-DAY rules? In or out?Valentine's Day can be exciting and romantic.. some people go all out and celebrate every year. For others it can be a source of stress and anxiety! In this episode, I will be sharing some tips on how to get through the holiday by being present, optimistic, and showing gratitude regardless of your relationship status!
2019-02-1234 minMaintaining The Me In Marriage And MotherhoodSex, Love and Setting BoundariesIn this week's episode.. I have a special guest Patriana Jones who is a sexual health curator that creates spaces and forums for people to normalize the conversation around sex... She is the author of SEX: the Taboo Tool of Self Love! Patriana found her passion for helping people with their sexuality after her experience in an abusive relationship with her first love. Once she got the confidence to end the relationship she was introduced to the dating world and she was confused and frustrated with the "rules of engagement" and decided to make her own rules! We will be...
2019-02-061h 05Maintaining The Me In Marriage And MotherhoodMarriage, Motherhood and MakeupSpecial guest this week Camille Evans McKay... dropped jewels on everything from how to balance marriage, babies and a baby daddy... to how she added value to her gifts mixing grit, glitter and glam. She shares how motherhood navigated her career with a degree into entreprenuership... the value of being a sponge, paying your dues, being present and building strong relationships!
2019-01-291h 02Maintaining The Me In Marriage And MotherhoodDo you know your love assignment?Reminding ladies we have got to hold ourselves accountable for what we want....Just like we figured out how to start businesses and get degrees! We need to be just as proactive in self awareness and aligning ourselves with relationships that will help us grow!
2019-01-2209 minMaintaining The Me In Marriage And MotherhoodCorners Vs. CirclesCatching up with Kasiopia Moore aka Fabkasi. She is the first guest of 2019 and this was such a good girlfriend chop session! We are talking about the highs and lessons of co-parenting and being a modern mommie. Also find out why people in your corner vs in your circle should be the new goal and why you need to check feelings over lists in relationships.
2019-01-1550 minMaintaining The Me In Marriage And MotherhoodFOCUS: On the new yearI have been on hiatus so just getting everyone caught up with what's new in 2019. Introduction to the Life, Love and Lipgloss workshop/lifestyle classes coming this month. WELCOME BACK!
2019-01-0825 minMaintaining The Me In Marriage And MotherhoodPrioritizingIt's a Flashback Friday of our last/latest episode as cohosts! We recorded this episode a few months back!!! In this Episode, Kimberly and LaShana are discussing the experience with podcasting and juggling multiple businesses and children. Prioritizing can be difficult and many sacrifices have to be made to be able to prioritize at times as a mom and a wife. Happy New Year! Hope you enjoy this episode and continue to listen into the new year!
2018-12-2938 minMaintaining The Me In Marriage And MotherhoodEpisode 27 Spring Break Blessings!Hey guys we are back from Spring break!
Spring Break Recap-Kimberly and LaShana discussed how they spent their time on spring break. We also recapped the highlights of the salon event Curls, Kinks, and Confidence. The theme of the event revolved around topics such as beauty, wellness and empowerment. In this episode we discussed the importance of listening to the spirit inside of you to direct your path. Whether it's in parenting or career changes we can sometimes get stuck so we have to remember that God is always there to guide us and knows what we need!
2018-04-1052 minMaintaining The Me In Marriage And MotherhoodEpisode 26 interview with Kimberley GuillemetBalance is the one thing most people are seeking to maintain! Especially for women trying to balance marriage, motherhood, career, me time, and friend time!!!!! It can seem impossible and overwhelming to even think about fitting all these things into your already busy schedule.
However, on this week's podcast Chief Justice/Former Attorney Kimberley Guillemet shares with us how she is able to balance, being a newly appointed judge, wife, mother, sister, friend, child of the Most High, meal prepping for the week for her husband and four daughters, yoga, president of the EPPO/PTA at her children's school and...
2018-03-2048 minMaintaining The Me In Marriage And MotherhoodEpisode 25 Forgiveness in MarriageWe are all human...therefore needing forgiveness is inevitable in order for any relationship to sustain over a long period of time. Some issues, conflicts, or incidents that you would consider minor, like leaving a mess in the kitchen , or leaving the toilet seat up are easier to forgive and move on...but what about issues of abuse, infidelity, addiction, or financial recklessness? It can be really hard. Especially when you're on the receiving end of the issue at hand. In this week's episode Kimberly and LaShana are discussing the power and benefits of forgiveness, and the steps to genuine...
2018-03-1355 min2018-03-0622 minMaintaining The Me In Marriage And MotherhoodEpisode 24 More Sex in Marriage part 1After the honeymoon stage and life starts to kick into overdrive...... the daily tasks of juggling work and children can be chaotic..... sex can get pushed lower on the list of priorities, and many couples will find themselves in a sex-less marriage (less than 10x a year). On today's episode Kimberly and LaShana discuss the benefits and importance of having a healthy sex drive, and frequent sexual encounter's in marriage. Also common reasons why this can happen in relation to motherhood. How to stay out of the danger zone, and ways to improve the sexual climate in the house to...
2018-03-0623 minMaintaining The Me In Marriage And MotherhoodEpisode 22 Family Boundaries and RelationshipsIn this episode Kimberly and LaShana deal with the sometimes sensitive subject of family boundaries when it comes to relationships. visiting to often or to long, constantly borrowing money, giving unwanted advice are all reasons to have a sit down with family members who don't know they have crossed the line! listen in as the girls share their experiences, give some tips and advice on keeping peace in your family and marriage.
2018-02-2739 minMaintaining The Me In Marriage And MotherhoodEpisode 23 Red Flags In DatingDating can be exciting and fun in the beginning but, don't ignore red flags! LaShana and Kimberly share their experiences with dating and tips for taking it to the next level with your relationship. Know when to move on, and listen to your intuition it never lies.
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