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The DesignDash PodcastEpisode 75: Inside the Business of Design: How Libby Langdon Turned Her Biggest Pivot into Her Greatest SuccessWhat happens when life completely derails, and somehow lands you right where you were meant to be?
That’s exactly what today’s guest, Libby Langdon, discovered after one of the biggest pivots of her life. From actress and TV producer to one of the most recognizable names in design, Libby’s story is equal parts grit, humor, and pure creative drive.
In this episode of Design Dash, Melissa and Laura sit down with Libby to unpack how she built her powerhouse brand, one that now spans furniture, lighting, and art collections with industry heavyweights like F...
2025-11-0637 min
Fight Back with Libby ZnaimerPM Mark Carney's Pitch to Asian CountriesTHE MEDICAL RECORD: THE ROLE OF EXERCISE DURING CANCER RECOVERY
Libby Znaimer is joined by Dr. Malcolm Moore, Medical Oncologist, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre and former head of BC Cancer; Dr. Alisa Naiman, a family doctor practicing in Toronto; and Dr. Amol Verma, a staff physician in General Internal Medicine at St. Michael's Hospital in Toronto.
Today: we discuss the role of exercise for patients during cancer recovery. And, how beneficial is a long walk vs many small walks for your health? A new study gives us clarity on that.
ASSISTING JAMAICA IN THE AFTERMATH OF HURRICANE MELISSA
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2025-10-2949 min
Mom Treading Water (The Imperfect Mom)10 Pieces of Advice from Experienced MothersWe all strive to be the best moms we can be, and it's natural for us to seek inspiration and guidance from other mothers. Whether we turn to friends, family members, or social media influencers, we often look for tips and insights that can help us navigate the challenges of parenting. Today's episode of "Mom Treading Water" is dedicated to sharing wisdom from seasoned moms who have been through it all. In this episode, we will present a carefully curated list of 10 valuable pieces of advice that can empower you on your journey as a mother. These i...
2025-10-0607 minMom Treading Water (The Imperfect Mom)Riding the Waves of Motherhood: My Return to PodcastingMom Treading Water podcast is back, and if I look at myself with open eyes, I'm not entirely sure what happened. Maybe I experienced a creative block combined with anxiety and depression, and as we all know, motherhood. With the distractions of mom life, I lost sight of what was important to me. Even though my husband and children encouraged and supported me, I felt it was too late or too long to return to creating. I don't want to use this as an excuse, but rather as an explanation.This experience reminded me of th...
2025-09-2205 min
Weighing into RealitySN3EP7: Libby shares how she broke the diet culture cycle and found food freedomIn this episode, Libby Supan shares about her struggles with a binge and restrict eating disorder which she suffered with beginning in high school and throughout college, and how diet culture played a big role in her insecurities. It wasn’t until she reached out for help that she was able to break the cycle and now she is a therapist who helps others on the path to intuitive eating and food freedom. Find Libby Here:Website: https://www.libbysupan.com/Instagram: @foodfreedomwithlibbyFree training: https://foodfreedomwithlibby.com/register-igFollo...
2025-03-1643 min
Zebra Talks: Living Your Best Bendy LifeNavigating Hypermobility and Fibromyalgia with Dr. Melissa KoehlIn this episode of Zebra Talks, host Dr. Libby Hinsley welcomes Dr. Melissa Koehl to discuss her journey with Hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) and how it has shaped her career in physical therapy.
Melissa shares her personal struggles with diagnosis, the importance of recognizing hypermobility in the context of fibromyalgia, and the intersection of these conditions with other systemic issues like dysautonomia and mast cell activation syndrome. She also discusses the significance of personalized exercise programs, gut health, and the holistic approaches necessary to manage these complex conditions effectively.
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2025-01-1339 minZebra Talks: Living Your Best Bendy LifeNavigating Hypermobility and Fibromyalgia with Dr. Melissa KoehlIn this episode of Zebra Talks, host Dr. Libby Hinsley welcomes Dr. Melissa Koehl to discuss her journey with Hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) and how it has shaped her career in physical therapy.
Melissa shares her personal struggles with diagnosis, the importance of recognizing hypermobility in the context of fibromyalgia, and the intersection of these conditions with other systemic issues like dysautonomia and mast cell activation syndrome. She also discusses the significance of personalized exercise programs, gut health, and the holistic approaches necessary to manage these complex conditions effectively.
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2025-01-1339 min
L to K - Onward and UpwardMelissa Anderson - Executive Director of Coalition of Care (COC)Listen as Melissa shares the mission of the COC and how God had a plan and it wasn't hers.
2025-01-061h 19L to K - Onward and UpwardMelissa Owens - Aging like Fine WineMelissa Owens, Executive Director of the Licking County Aging Program, shares what it has been like to be a thriving leader.
2024-02-261h 15Mom Treading Water (The Imperfect Mom)Unlocking Adoption Success: 4 Insider Tips You Want Before Starting the JourneyAdopting a child is a life-changing experience that brings joy and fulfillment to many families. However, it is also a complex process that can be filled with stress and uncertainty. As someone who has gone through the journey of adoption twice, I understand the challenges and emotions that come with it.That's why I believe it is essential to share some insider tips to help make the adoption journey smoother and more successful. These tips are often overlooked or not commonly discussed, but they can significantly impact your overall experience.
2023-11-1311 minMom Treading Water (The Imperfect Mom)Finding Strength: A Mom's Journey Surviving Trauma**TRIGGER WARNING** Depression, Anxiety, Child Sexual AbuseFor moms struggling with mental health, please know you are not alone. Like many, I have battled my mental health even before motherhoodMy whole life, I have always felt inadequate, unworthy, and full of self-loathing. Like many, my existence focused on being a people pleaser without regard for my mental health. The worst part is that others accepted this because it met the expected standard. Unfortunately, I was the perfect target for a predator, and every fear about speaking up about my abuse came...
2023-10-2511 minMom Treading Water (The Imperfect Mom)Parental Anxiety: Overcoming the Negative 'What Ifs' In MotherhoodBefore motherhood, my life always included anxiety. It was all I knew because it was how I lived. "What if..." was one of the most common phrases in my vocabulary. Risks and dreams were squashed by the "what if...". Parental anxiety is a well-known worry that moms often feel. Even before becoming a mother, anxiety was constantly present in my life. It was a familiar feeling I had grown accustomed to, and I always thought, "What if...". This phrase seemed to be one of my vocabulary's most commonly used expressions. Whenever I considered taking a risk or pursuing my...
2023-09-1813 minMom Treading Water (The Imperfect Mom)The Most Powerful Thing Happened With Therapy: One Mom’s Discovery Of Self-WorthMomma, have you ever felt inadequate, unworthy, and paralyzed by self-hatred? My life has been centered around pleasing others without regard for my needs. Constantly, I felt like I was taking space that I did not have a right or deserve to do. To say I felt like a possession or a hindrance is an understatement. Only with a few months of therapy my self-hatred is slowly changing. Realizing that I genuinely do not know myself feels like a rebirth. The self-hatred is evolving into sel...
2023-05-2622 minMom Treading Water (The Imperfect Mom)Boundaries - Momma, Do You Struggle Setting Healthy Boundaries with Your Children?Boundaries - Momma, Do You Struggle In Setting Healthy Boundaries With Your Child? You are not alone.Going to therapy has been full of discoveries. I have realized that I struggle to set healthy boundaries with my children. As a trained people pleaser, the guilt of setting boundaries has been engrained. The other realization is that my husband and I need to allow our children to set healthy boundaries with us so they learn how to set boundaries. Not setting boundaries is a disservice, but I continue...
2023-05-0811 minMom Treading Water (The Imperfect Mom)Parenting as an Anxious Mom - How I Am Learning to Communicate with My Child About Feeling AnxiousAs a mom living with anxiety, depression, and ADHD, my feelings could become overpowering. Yet, during the past few years, I have found ways to cope and calm my body and mind. The other day was one of those days; fortunately, my supportive husband was home. I told him I needed to meditate to calm my body and mind. Although this might not seem like a huge milestone, for me, it truly was empowering. Therapy teaches me to know myself better and value my needs. Learning to know...
2023-04-1111 minMom Treading Water (The Imperfect Mom)Mom, Are You Feeling Overwhelmed? I Know How You Feel!Mom, Are You Feeling Overwhelmed? I Know How You Feel!This mom has been extremely overwhelmed! I felt pulled in multiple directions and didn’t know where to start. No matter what I did, it was never enough, or I struggled with following through. Full disclosure, I am still feeling overwhelmed but processing more constructively. Information overload, self-induced pressures, and toxic triggers impacted my physical and mental health. However, my past impacted the majority of my overwhelmed feelings and affected my husband, childr...
2023-03-2710 min
The Biz Bros PodcastYour Journey as a Women in the Tech Industry with Melissa KwanMelissa Kwan is the Cofounder and CEO of eWebinar, an automated webinar solution that combines pre-recorded video with real-time interactions and live chat to deliver an engaging experience for attendees. Melissa and her team believe that by automating the repetitive and tedious task of giving the same onboarding, training, and sales presentations over and over, they free people up to focus their time on something else they value more. https://ewebinar.com/
2022-10-1923 minMom Treading Water (The Imperfect Mom)SAHM and Working Moms: Treading Water Requires Strength, and Women Are StrongSAHM and Working Moms: Treading Water Requires Strength, and Women Are StrongUndoubtedly, women are strong, making moms strong as a mother. Treading Water demands strength and stamina. As a SAHM, I know being a mom is not for the weak. We are imperfect and always will be, but we are strong as SAHMs and Working Moms!Check out our Strong as a Mother merch and much more at https://mom-treading-water.square.site/ Please be sure to join our...
2022-09-3012 minMom Treading Water (The Imperfect Mom)Living on an Average Income Household as a SAHM: 11 Easy TipsAs a continuation from last week’s episode, here are ways we live on an average income allowing me to be a SAHM. The following tips are not just for SAHMs but all moms and anyone looking to make some easy financial adjustments. Please note that I am not a financial advisor, and this is not financial advice. I am sharing our experiences in hopes of helping others.Rakuten: Rakuten is one of my favorites and a FREE APP! You search where yo...
2022-09-1917 minMom Treading Water (The Imperfect Mom)Moms, Save Money on Groceries and FoodBoth moms and dads ask us how we can financially survive on 1 income, allowing me to be a SAHM. Learn our tips and tricks for fast and easy savings on managing our food and grocery bills. Please note that I am not a financial advisor. This is not financial advice. I am sharing our experiences in hopes of helping other moms and dads keep more of their hard-earned money in their pockets. Rakuten: Rakuten is one of my favorites and a FRE...
2022-09-1217 minMom Treading Water (The Imperfect Mom)Confidence Within: (One Mother Learning From Her Daughter)Confidence Within: Mothers and Daughters Learning From Each Other My 5-year-old daughter, Mickey, shares her voice and claims her rightful space. She is her own person, and her confidence within has changed my life. To try and mold her to be who I think she should be is wrong. She has a right to be herself. She is not a reflection of me and to treat her as such is projecting my own insecurities onto her. When I feel challenged or fearful of finding my confidence within...
2022-08-1718 minMom Treading Water (The Imperfect Mom)Positive Parenting (5 Things I Would Never Do As a Mom)Positive Parenting: 5 Things I Would Never Do As a Mom Positive parenting is not always easy. We partially learn based on our own parental experiences. With each generation, positive parenting improves. Here are 5 things I would never do as a mom: Hit my childrenAllow my children to play around or in water without responsible supervisionObsessively talk about my weight and negative body imageMake my kids kiss, hug or touch someone Let my children think I am perfec...
2022-08-0809 min
Stewarding Family Wealth Forsyth"Stewarding Family Wealth" featuring Melissa Libby of Melissa Libby & Associates ep: 2 with Host Randy Brunson"Stewarding Family Wealth" featuring Melissa Libby, owner of Melissa Libby & Associates, with Host Randy Brunson Melissa Libby Melissa Libby & Associates is a public relations agency based in Atlanta, Georgia with local and national clients in the food, beverage and retail industries. She and team specialize in media communications, event planning, community outreach and social media. Specialties include: communications strategy, creative problem [...]
2022-08-0821 min
Forsyth Studio“Stewarding Family Wealth” featuring Melissa Libby of Melissa Libby & Associates ep: 2 with Host Randy Brunson“Stewarding Family Wealth” featuring Melissa Libby, owner of Melissa Libby & Associates, with Host Randy Brunson Melissa Libby Melissa Libby & Associates is a public relations agency based in Atlanta, Georgia with local and national clients in the food, beverage and retail industries. She and team specialize in media communications, event planning, community outreach and social media. Specialties include: communications strategy, creative problem […]
2022-08-0800 min
Forsyth Studio“Stewarding Family Wealth” featuring Melissa Libby of Melissa Libby & Associates with Host Randy Brunson“Stewarding Family Wealth” featuring Melissa Libby, owner of Melissa Libby & Associates, with Host Randy Brunson Melissa Libby Melissa Libby & Associates is a public relations agency based in Atlanta, Georgia with local and national clients in the food, beverage and retail industries. She and team specialize in media communications, event planning, community outreach and social […]
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Stewarding Family Wealth Forsyth"Stewarding Family Wealth" featuring Melissa Libby of Melissa Libby & Associates with Host Randy Brunson"Stewarding Family Wealth" featuring Melissa Libby, owner of Melissa Libby & Associates, with Host Randy Brunson Melissa Libby Melissa Libby & Associates is a public relations agency based in Atlanta, Georgia with local and national clients in the food, beverage and retail industries. She and team specialize in media communications, event planning, community outreach and social [...]
2022-08-0127 minMom Treading Water (The Imperfect Mom)Moms, Say Yes to Your Physical, Mental, and Emotional HealthMoms, Say Yes to Your Physical, Mental, and Emotional Health After reflecting on saying no as a way to set boundaries, I realized the importance of saying yes. As moms, we NEED to say yes to ourselves. When we say yes to our needs, it is a step in improving our physical, mental, and emotional health. Say yes to your happiness, so we teach our children that we can say yes to ourselves without it being inconsiderate. Challenge yourself to say yes to yo...
2022-07-2511 minMom Treading Water (The Imperfect Mom)Momma Needs to Regroup (Announcement)Friends, the past year has been beyond anything I expected with Mom Treading Water. To enjoy the summer with my children and family, I am to publish every other week until early fall. There have been moments my ADHD brain has wanted to do a million things with Mom Treading Water, but I know I need to take a step back, refocus and hone in on my goals. Thank you for all your support and a new episode will be available soon! Check out
2022-07-1902 minMom Treading Water (The Imperfect Mom)Moms, Learn to Say No and Prioritize YourselfAll moms know the power of saying no. Whether you are saying no to your children or your children are saying no to you, the word no creates a multitude of positive and negative emotions. There is an opportunity to learn from our children by saying no more often. Saying no is a way to create boundaries and place a priority on ourselves. Challenge yourself to say no to something that is not right for you. Beyond saying no, offer no apology or explanation for why...
2022-07-0508 minMom Treading Water (The Imperfect Mom)Family Travel with Author Dawn M. Barclay: Vacation Strategies for Parents of the Anxious, the Inflexible, and the NeurodiverseTraveling with children can be a fantastic opportunity for the whole family! However, it is understandable how traveling can feel intimidating, especially if your child falls on the autism spectrum or has attention and/or mood disorders. Award-winning author, Dawn M. Barclay, explains how parents can successfully incorporate travel into their families’ lives. Her new book, Traveling Different: Vacation Strategies for Parents of the Anxious, the Inflexible, and the Neurodiverse, will be released on August 15, 2022, but is now available for preorde...
2022-06-2825 minMom Treading Water (The Imperfect Mom)Trauma (Part 2): Making Life Decisions From a Healed Place with Dr. Fanike Young***Please note, that this episode contains explicit language and topics that may not be appropriate for young listeners.***In part 2 of the interview with Dr. Fanike Young, she continues to share her own journey of making decisions from a healed place of trauma. Dr. Fanike Young is a doctor of behavioral health, a clinically trained licensed trauma therapist, and a trauma survivor. Her goal is to help women make life decisions from a healed place vs. from a trauma place.She is the author of W...
2022-06-1333 minMom Treading Water (The Imperfect Mom)Trauma (Part 1): Making Life Decisions From a Healed Place with Dr. Fanike Young***Please note, that this episode contains explicit language and topics that may not be appropriate for young listeners.***If you or someone you love thinks they might have experienced trauma, this is an important episode. Dr. Fanike Young is a doctor of behavioral health, a clinically trained licensed trauma therapist, and a trauma survivor. Her goal is to help women make life decisions from a healed place vs. from a trauma place.She is the author of What the F*ck Is Your Problem? Be...
2022-06-0633 minMom Treading Water (The Imperfect Mom)Good Dad and Good Husband: Understanding and Communicating From His PerspectiveMy husband, James, is the best husband, dad, and man. If you have any doubts about good men, be sure to check out Single Moms, Why Is It Hard to Find a Good Man?As we celebrate one year of Mom Treading Water, he and I discuss what makes a good dad and a good husband. He is supportive of me as his wife, mother of his children, and a woman embarking on a new venture. Openly, he reminds me that sometimes the wor...
2022-05-3022 minMom Treading Water (The Imperfect Mom)Working Moms vs. SAHMs: Who Has It Tougher?Working moms and.SAHMs both have a challenging but fulfilling jobs of being moms. However, there seems to be this discussion on whether working moms or SAHMs have it tougher? Does it really matter? As moms, women, and parents, we should be supporting each other. Sometimes we get into this cycle of trying to see who is more of the martyr or has the most challenging situation. Whether you are a working mom or a SAHM, each has pros and cons. We are all doing our best, and what is best for...
2022-05-2311 minMom Treading Water (The Imperfect Mom)New Mom Feelings Even When You Are Not a New MomMy children are school-aged, yet I can still feel like a new mom. Yes, the days of diapers and middle-of-the-night feedings are done, but as our children grow and learn, we grow and learn with them too. Watching our children develop and mature is exciting. However, with all people being different, one way to work with one child but not be the same as working with another. At that phase of their lives, we are new moms. Fortunately, our children's school and pediatrician provide support without judgment...
2022-05-1610 minMom Treading Water (The Imperfect Mom)Good Men (Moms, a Good Man Exists!)Are there good men? Yes! The easy answer is yes. Moms, there are good men. How do I know? I am married to a good man and we are fortunate to have many friends who are good men. These good men share the same characteristics, including honesty, respect, and prioritizing their families. No matter how you define a good man, no one should ever be in an abusive situation. If you need support, there is help available 24/7. National Domestic Violence Hotline is available 24/7 by chat; ca...
2022-05-0911 minMom Treading Water (The Imperfect Mom)Meditation Benefits for Children & Mamas with Podcast Host, Let’s Talk Meditation with Heather NievesPassionate about meditation, Heather Nieves shares the benefit of sharing meditation with our children. We discuss the physical and mental benefits of meditation we have experienced with our children. As a bonus, she ends the episode with some breathing to ground down. Heather is a podcast host of Let’s Talk Meditation with Heather Nieves, a Women’s Empowerment Coach & Founder of I Love Me Yoga. To learn more about Heather and the benefits of meditation, visit: 5 Day Free Breathe in Love Yoga...
2022-05-0231 minMom Treading Water (The Imperfect Mom)Mommy Shaming (Why the Mommy Shamers Don’t Matter)Our family had a much-needed vacation, and I am happy to say it was close to perfect. Even the mommy shamer could not spoil our great time. If this were 2 years ago or even last year, the mommy shamer stating my child was having a “hissy fit” would have consumed my thoughts and overall experience. Although, I do regret trying to justify my child’s “hissy fit” to the mommy shamer. No matter what, she was going to continue her ignorant judgment. All she witnessed was a child not actin...
2022-04-2510 minMom Treading Water (The Imperfect Mom)SAHM Happiness (Discovering How to Feel Fulfilled)SAHM Happiness (Discovering How to Feel Fulfilled) SAHM happiness is absolutely possible and it is not impossible to feel fulfilled. Including myself, I have placed a focus on content of not feeling happy as a SAHM.Without a doubt, those moments I'm not being happy as a SAHM are far fewer. Finding SAHM happiness, like everything in life, requires work as well as a change in mindset.A Day In Th...
2022-04-1809 minMom Treading Water (The Imperfect Mom)SAHM and Working Moms: Does Your Husband Refuse to HELP?SAHM and working moms, does your husband refuse to help? Well, without question, my husband refuses to help at home and with our children. As a SAHM (stay-at-home mom) what might shock you more is that I am in 100% agreement! When my husband refuses to help, especially as the breadwinner, he will always have my support.No, I have not set the women’s movement back 100 years by fully supporting my husband by refusing to help. Listen to learn more…He is not helping because we are both responsible for our ho...
2022-04-1112 minMom Treading Water (The Imperfect Mom)Moms, Stop Comparing and Start Praising Yourself with International Curve Model and Best Selling Author of The New Mom Code, Amanda TiceAmanda Tice is an international curve model, author, new mom & body positivity advocate. Amanda is the author of the Amazon bestseller ‘The New Mode Code: Shatter Expectations and Crush It at Motherhood’. In her book, Amanda takes you through her clumsy journey into motherhood and shares how she learned to embrace her new self — stretch marks, rolls, and all. With journal prompts, exercises, and “Tice Advice,” Amanda helps you understand what really takes place postpartum, both mentally and physically. Amanda is a successful international curve model who has been...
2022-04-0435 minMom Treading Water (The Imperfect Mom)The Honest Reasons Why Stay-at-Home Moms (SAHM) Feel LonelyUndoubtedly, many stay-at-home moms feel lonely. From my perspective, here are my honest reasons why:Lack of adult interactionMy identity as an individual feels lostDays can feel repetitiveSocietal views of stay-at-home momsHowever, the real question should be, "How do you reduce feeling lonely as a stay-at-home-mom?"Understandably, saying that stay-at-home moms feel lonely seems confusing but it is very real.It is hard to identify those feelings o...
2022-03-2811 minMom Treading Water (The Imperfect Mom)Reinventing Yourself with Michelle Enjoli, Career Coach and Tedx Talk SpeakerTEDx talk presenter, Michelle Enjoli is sharing with us, the importance of routinely reconnecting with yourself as a human aside from being a mother, partner, etc. She routinely helps mothers reinvent themselves by working with them through a career pivot, new job search, or personal branding.Michelle is a first-generation college student who landed her dream job as a television producer before graduation. She has worked and developed content for global brands in television broadcasting and marketing like Univision, Telemundo, ABC, NBC, CBS, Mercedes-Benz USA, and Delta Air Lines....
2022-03-2132 minMom Treading Water (The Imperfect Mom)Am I Hungry? Mindful Eating with Dr. Michelle MayMindful Eating, Am I Hungry? With Dr. Michelle May, Founder of Am I Hungry? As a former family physician, Dr. Michelle May saw that many of her patients, like her, struggled with their relationship with food. In her own words, her unhealthy relationship with food was her “dirty secret.”Dr. May is the founder of Am I Hungry? Mindful Eating Programs and Training (www.AmIHungry.com), and author of the Eat What You Love, Love What You Eat book series that teaches mindful...
2022-03-1426 minMom Treading Water (The Imperfect Mom)Getting Our Children Outside Plus More with Carrie Herzberger, Founder of Go Outside NowGetting our children outside more is not always the easiest task. Carrie Herzberger, Founder of Go Outside Now, shares insight on the importance of getting our children outside more plus getting out the door easier and the benefits of having less stuff. Go Outside Now, helps families increase connection and spend more time outside as part of a healthy and happy lifestyle. To subscribe to the Free Go Outside Now Guide and be added to a raffle drawing for a FREE spot in Carries Zoom Caregiver Happy/Coffee Hour, visit: https://carriecares.co/getoutsideguide T...
2022-03-0726 minMom Treading Water (The Imperfect Mom)Shocking!! Becoming a First-Time Mother In My 40sYes! I became a first-time mother in my 40s. To be precise, I was 42 years old when my son was born. In this episode, here are the reasons why becoming a first-time mom in my 40s was best for our family. We each have our own paths that should be free from judgment. When loving people want to be parents, it is a win-win for everyone. Please listen with an open mind on why becoming a first-time mother in my 40s worked perfectly for us. Thank you for supporting Mom Treading Water. It is...
2022-02-2809 minMom Treading Water (The Imperfect Mom)Kindness on Social Media (Sharing My Mistakes)Social media has many positive benefits and the forum to provide support and understanding. Unfortunately, it also presents opportunities to criticize and speak to people in ways we would never do in person. Upon reflection, here are a few ways I learned from my own mistakes and imperfections, to choose my words with kindness and compassion. If you’d like to show some kindness to this gal, please rate, review, subscribe, and share Mom Treading Water. Thank you!Please join us on Facebook for Self-Kindness: 5 Minutes/5 Days Challenge. https://fb.me/e/1kiMJOjkf...
2022-02-2109 minMom Treading Water (The Imperfect Mom)Kindness Is Simple and Easy (National Random Act of Kindness Day)February 17th is National Random Act of Kindness Day. It is a reminder to share kindness with others (and ourselves). However, being kind is very easy. It does not have to be time consuming or financially driven. To learn more simple and fast acts of kindness, visit http://momtreadingwater.com/20-fast-and-simple-ways-to-express-kindness/ To order the postcards mentioned today, please visit: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B091V8XDPF/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=momtreading0c-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=B091V8XDPF&linkId=1f27c31f11be8cb5b63cca35e5dc8c3a
2022-02-1408 minMom Treading Water (The Imperfect Mom)When You Feel Like a Parenting Failure (Owning My Mom Imperfections)This week, my son and I had a conflict as he was getting ready for school. (Really, it was his lack of getting ready for school.) I made it worse by raising my voice and not deescalating the situation,. As the adult, I own the situation and I needed to apologize. I did not adhere to the structure we try to provide in our home of being happy, healthy and respectful. It was a week of learning and growing for all of us by acknowledging our imperfections. All episodes are available on your fa...
2022-02-0708 minMom Treading Water (The Imperfect Mom)Showing "I Love You" Through Actions (6 Simple Parental Tips)As moms, we tell our children we love them but parenting means showing our children "I love you." Here are 6 very simple ways, we can learn to listen more and take interest in the easiest of ways. Please rate, review, subscribe and share Mom Treading Water. Episodes are available on app podcast apps or by visiting our website: https://www.momtreadingwater.com/podcast-episodes/If you have suggestions or comments about Mom Treading Water comment on our website at https://www.momtreadingwater.com/contact-us/ Please join our Facebook Group, Mom Treading Water: https://ww...
2022-01-3111 minMom Treading Water (The Imperfect Mom)What Is a "Good Mom?" (25 Tips From Real Moms)What Is a “Good Mom?”Spoiler alert!!! You do not need to be a perfect mom, to be a good mom. We hear moms say, “I want to be a good mom.” Heck, I say I want to be a good mom all the time. But what does it truly mean to be a “good mom?” Inspired, I reached out to some of my favorite moms and mom groups to get their thoughts on what they think it means to be a “good mom.” Some of their answers might surprise and provide a sigh of reli...
2022-01-2417 minMom Treading Water (The Imperfect Mom)ADHD and Control (My Journey Learning Acceptance)Living with ADHD, depression, anxiety and Type 1 diabetes along with a type A personality, can make everyday feel like a mixture of oil and water. Accepting that I am unable to have control of all aspects of my life is a daily struggle. In my journey to grow, I am trying to change my mindset and by setting an action plan. It is helping me gain more acceptance of what I am unable to control. Finding the confidence and faith within myself, is the first step in learning to manage these conflicting elements that make me imperfectly me.
2022-01-1714 minMom Treading Water (The Imperfect Mom)Insecurities and Confidence (Encouraging Positivity)Insecurities and Confidence (Encouraging Positivity)Constantly judging and negative criticism creates insecurities in yourself and others. In my own struggles with criticizing others, I now realize it is a behavior that stems from my own insecurities. My insecurities cover most aspects of my life from my physical appearance to my artistic abilities. It has stopped me from challenging myself to go beyond my comfort zone and has hindered my own growth. I need to encourage positivity in my children and challenge them to try their best. Most importantly, the way to battle insecurities is by enc...
2022-01-1018 minMom Treading Water (The Imperfect Mom)Family Planning, Infertility and Adoption (Respecting Boundaries)We have all overstepped our boundaries. When it comes to family planning, infertility and adoption, there is no place for gossip. It is important to recognize that no one is obligated to share information they feel is private. Although there might not be and intent of malice or unkindness, making light or jokes can be insensitive. Many people feeling anxiety and stress trying to start their family. Placing pressure or prying for information is unfair especially for the sake of curiosity. With my own struggles setting boundaries, I hope that I am to support others who feel t...
2022-01-0315 minMom Treading Water (The Imperfect Mom)An Opinion About OpinionsWe all have moments we offer unsolicited opinions, especially in a tone that is not inviting. I have definitely had “put my foot in my mouth” moments and the filter was non-existent. It is something I am trying to do better by changing my mindset and approach. If you have suggestions or comments about Mom Treading Water, either contact me through Facebook or by email at momtreadingwaterpodcast@gmail.com Please join our Facebook Group, Mom Treading Water: https://www.facebook.com/groups/490411995647295/ Follow Mom Treading Water: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Q...
2021-12-2713 minMom Treading Water (The Imperfect Mom)Seasonal and Holiday Depression (Letting Go of Perfection)***Trigger Warning* Depression, Anxiety and Seasonal Depression***This year I have given myself the gift of imperfection. It still causes me some anxiety but I realized focusing on what is not perfect, I’m missing all the moments of perfection. The holidays are not always a joyous time for children or adults and watching others always wearing a happy face can make it tougher. The depression people feel is absoluety real and should be validated. With Christmas quickly approaching, my goal is to change my mindset. I’m trying to live in the moment and...
2021-12-2012 minMom Treading Water (The Imperfect Mom)Positive Medical Provider Patient Relationships Do Exist (It Is Not Just a Fantasy!)Finding the right medical care provider, whether that is your doctor, dentist, NP or anyone who partners with you in managing your healthcare is crucial. Notice I say “partner” because as patients, we need to own our health and work with providers that are open to listening. Angela Tillotson, FNP supports me in managing my type 1 diabetes. She takes all my concerns seriously, stays current on advancements and technology but most importantly, she listens to me without judgement . We share the same goals toward my healthcare and there is no doubt we are on the same team. Her a...
2021-12-1336 minMom Treading Water (The Imperfect Mom)Ditch the New Year's Resolutions (Achieve Your Goals Now)As the year is ending, many of us start to create our New Year’s resolutions. This is probably a very unpopular opinion, but I do not like New Year’s resolutions. It seems like a way to procrastinate or delay achieving goals and allowing your fate being defined by a calendar start. We set these enormous expectations upon ourselves because it is January 1st and it can feel forced. Ditch the New Year’s resolutions and start achieving your goals now!The episodes mentioned are available on all podcast apps or by visiting my website at w...
2021-12-0612 minMom Treading Water (The Imperfect Mom)Mom and Dad Awakening (Getting To Know Your Kids Better)Right when you think you know your kids, you discover something new. During episode 27, Getting To Know You, this is exactly what happened while interviewing my kids. Most of the answers my husband and I expected but we both uncovered things we did not know. We have dinner as a family, spend time 1 on 1 and as a family, but without asking real questions beyond “How was your day? , there might be vital information that you are missing. As we continue to know our kids, we are going to miss something, we are going to make mistake...
2021-11-2909 minMom Treading Water (The Imperfect Mom)Financial Planning With Jane Stevens (Student Loans, Budgeting, Saving Money, Teaching Children About Money Management)If you are looking to save money, teach your children about money, create a budget or tidy up your current budget or information on student loans and college saving, this is a must listen episode! Jane Stevens has been successful financial advisor for over 9 years and provides valuable tips and tools to best utilize your hard earned money. She shares how she and her husband have taught their son about money management. Mint (Intuit) for budgeting and credit monitoring: https://mint.intuit.com/ Honeydue for budgeting with your partner: https://www.honeydue.com/ Plea...
2021-11-2241 minMom Treading Water (The Imperfect Mom)Getting To Know You (Meet My Children, Jackson and Mickey)This week’s episode was very eye-opening. As we approach the holiday season, I was reflecting upon my gratitude for my children, Jackson and Mickey. They are kind, loving, fun, creative, and all-around wonderful people. My conversation with each of my children, in the form of playing questions, provided some insight I did not expect. I asked questions that I normally would not ask. For example, what could mom do better? It was a wonderful opportunity to learn more about my children. I hope you enjoy our lighthearted conversation. Be sure to check out Getting...
2021-11-1613 minMom Treading Water (The Imperfect Mom)Tried and True Mom Jobs with Whitney Bonds (LEGITIMATE Mom Jobs Working From Home)If you are looking for LEGITIMATE ways to work from home, you need to listen to my interview with founder of Tried and True Mom Jobs, Whitney Bonds. She has earned over 6-figures in less than 2 years working from home plus she is a mom of 3 small children. It definitely takes work, but Whitney provides the blueprint to get you started faster. https://triedandtruemomjobs.com/ Whitney has over 40.3K followers and 1.3 million views on Pinterest, 21.4K subscribers on YouTube and https://pin.it/3jQ4EZa https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCoASMB_HrJN7SQQd...
2021-11-0818 minMom Treading Water (The Imperfect Mom)Meditation Benefits with Jillene Jones of Pure Prana YogaAs part of our Inspiring Without Defining series, Jillene Jones is discussing the multitude of health benefits associated with meditation. She is the owner of Pure Prana Yoga located in Maine and is sharing her years of expertise with Mom Treading Water listeners. In an additional bonus episode, she is giving a free meditation session to all Mom Treading Water listeners. Please reach out to Jillene to learn more and explore the services she provides. Pure Prana Yoga Website at https://thepurepranayoga.com Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/groups/681050582735614/Email The...
2021-11-0127 minMom Treading Water (The Imperfect Mom)BONUS Episode: Meditation Session with Jillene JonesAs part of our Inspiring Without Defining series, Jillene Jones is giving a free meditation session to all Mom Treading Water listeners. Episode 24 is my interview with Jillene and is available on all podcast apps. Please reach out to Jillene to learn more and explore the services she provides. Pure Prana Yoga Website at https://thepurepranayoga.com Facebook Group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/681050582735614/Email ThePurePranaYoga@gmail.com Please join our Facebook Group, Mom Treading Water: https://www.facebook.com/groups/490411995647295/ Join our weekly email at M...
2021-11-0107 minMom Treading Water (The Imperfect Mom)Mom Self-Care Is Not SelfishSelf-care is a necessity, not a luxury, and absolutely is not synonymous with selfishness. The lack of self-care breaks down confidence, worth, and love. By embracing self-care, we teach our children the importance of taking care of ourselves and demonstrate that we are human. Embrace self-love and kindness for yourself by adopting self-care. *To order a copy of Raising Humans With Heart: Not a How-To Manual by Sarah MacLaughlin, please visit: https://amzn.to/3AFq49M*Michelle Kuei's book, *Perfectly Normal: An Immigrant’s Story of Making it in America i...
2021-10-2512 minMom Treading Water (The Imperfect Mom)The Inspirational Journey of Author Michelle KueiIt was enlightening to have author, Michelle Kuei as a guest of the Inspiring Without Defining series. In addition to being an author, she is the founder of Elevate Life Coaching, a public speaker, pharmacist, international volunteer, hiker, photographer and painter. She is a true Renaissance woman! Her book challenges you to reflect upon yourself and find your inner best. *Perfectly Normal: An Immigrant’s Story of Making it in America is available on Amazon at https://amzn.to/3j8mMp0 For more information about The Michelle Kuei Podcast, public speaking and coaching, please visit her website: h...
2021-10-1845 minMom Treading Water (The Imperfect Mom)An Adoption Mom's Perspective For Non-Adoption PeopleAdoption can be an emotional rollercoaster for all involved and it is a process that continues for a lifetime. The perspective I am sharing is solely my own. This was an overwhelming episode for me because of how passionate I feel about adoption. Hopefully, it will provide insight to non-adoption families and friends. I do not speak on behalf of any adoption parents, birth parents, adoption children, adoption families or adoption professionals. Adoption is not the place for judgement but rather learning. I ask you to listen with an open heart, open mind and understanding. To li...
2021-10-1118 minMom Treading Water (The Imperfect Mom)The 3 Date Rule: Give People A Chance Or You Might Miss OutIt is hard to believe, that my husband and I have been married for 10 years. We are very different in many ways, but our values are what brought us together and continue to keep our relationship strong. Had I not gone on the 3rd date, I would not have my invaluable life. He has made me a better person by expanding my interests and showing me how to be a more compassionate and grounded person. No words will ever fully express my gratitude and love for my best friend. My life lesson is to embrace "the 3 dat...
2021-10-0412 min
Mom is a VerbDiary of an Honest Mom- Libby WardToday we chat with diary of an honest mom, Libby Ward. Libby is a wife and mom of two, with a passion for letting moms know they are not alone. She just launched a blog on motherhood, mental health and trauma and is a content creator on Titok and Instagram. A self proclaimed recovering perfectionist, Libby normalizes being an imperfect mom and giving our ourselves grace. You can find her at @diaryofanhonestmom and wwww.diaryofanhonestmom.com
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2021-10-0141 minMom Treading Water (The Imperfect Mom)Must Listen! Interview With Best Selling Author Sarah MacLaughlinThis is Mom Treading Water's first interview! It was an honor to speak with Sarah MacLaughlin on her book, Raising Humans With Heart: Not a How-To Manual. She embodies sincerity and genuine compassion toward making us ALL humans with heart. *To get a copy of Raising Humans With Heart: Not a How-To Manual, please visit: https://amzn.to/3AFq49MPlease join our Facebook Group, Mom Treading Water: https://www.facebook.com/groups/490411995647295/To watch our interview (and catch my blunder at the end) please check us out on YouTube!https://youtu.b...
2021-09-2729 minMom Treading Water (The Imperfect Mom)Gratitude Attitude: No More Negative NelliesWe all have our "Negative Nelly" moments. Sometimes, it feels as if there is nothing positive to embrace but maybe that is not true. I've perfected being negative in the past, but it is something I am working on to be a better mom, wife and most importantly feel better about me. For me, negativity breeds guilt and worry leading to emotional exhaustion. Embrace gratitude. There is joy to be found everywhere. Check out my new shop encouraging gratitude and positivity at http://mom-treading-water.square.site/ To listen to episode 2, Stop The Mommy Guilt, please go to your...
2021-09-2010 minMom Treading Water (The Imperfect Mom)Coming Out: A Straight Girl's StoryWhen someone shares their true self with you and especially their intimate self as a gay person, it is an honor. It has taken me years to realize the magnitude when friends shared a part of themselves with courage and vulnerability before the whole world knew. My personal antidotes hopefully represent love, acceptance, humor and maybe a little bit of my own oblivious nature. As a straight person and a self-proclaimed ally to the LGBTQ+ community , I have been enlightened by photographer, Barrie Smith as she educates by sharing individual's stories of not just how people came out bu...
2021-09-1311 minMom Treading Water (The Imperfect Mom)Kid-Free People: Their Time Is Equally ValuableBecoming a wife and mom are the proudest moments of my life but just because that is what works for me, does not mean that is best for everyone. As parents our responsibilities revolve around our children but it does not mean that our time holds more value than those who are kid-free. I have been on both sides and definitely felt the "Well, she doesn't have kids..." in regards to my time as a kid-free person. Heck, I was even mocked as being "busy" because how could I really be busy if I didn't have kids? Thank...
2021-09-0610 minMom Treading Water (The Imperfect Mom)My Life As A Stay At Home Mom (SAHM): What Am I Going To Do? ***TRIGGER WARNING! This episode discusses depression, anxiety and suicidal thoughts. It may not be appropriate for younger children or if these topics may cause a trigger.***If you or you suspect someone you love is struggling with suicidal thoughts, please seek immediate help. We are all needed and loved. Contact the Suicide Prevention Lifeline: https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/talk-to-someone-now/Call 24/7: 800-273-8255 (TALK)Text: GO to 741741 I consider myself very blessed to be a stay at home mom (SAHM) and if I had to do it again, I...
2021-08-3013 minMom Treading Water (The Imperfect Mom)Boys Will NOT Be Boys: Instilling Gender EqualityAlthough we are evolving in gender equality, there is more work to be done. Even the simple act of finding inspirational tshirts for my children, most times, presents as gender stereotypes. A step further, how to we instill the importance of gender equality to our boys at a young age or is it just not instilling stereotypes in the first place? Also, please listen to the end for an exciting announcement! Please go to your favorite podcast app or to my direct website to listen to episode 10, Learning To Give And Receive Kindness. https://www.buzzsp...
2021-08-2312 minMom Treading Water (The Imperfect Mom)Kids See, Kids Do! We Teach By Our Own Behavior For Good Or BadWe teach by our actions and words. It does not matter what we "instruct" our children to do if we do not model the same behavior. As none of us are perfect, we all have "whoops" moments that we teach our children some not-so-perfect things. As parents, we learn more about our own actions and words through our children. I know we have had a few "smack in the face moments" when we realize our children have learnt some of our not-so-great choices. Please go to your favorite podcast app or to my direct website to listen to episo...
2021-08-1609 minMom Treading Water (The Imperfect Mom)BONUS Episode: "Like To Be Kind"This story was too inspiring to wait to share. Listen to this very brief episode how I learned a valuable lesson from 2 amazing and caring 11 year old girls on why we all should "like to be kind." Please go to your favorite podcast app or to my direct website to listen to episode 10, Learning To Give And Receive Kindness. https://www.buzzsprout.com/1787240/8956344Please join our Facebook Group, Mom Treading Water : https://www.facebook.com/groups/490411995647295/Follow Mom Treading Water on TikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMd3dbnxT/Thanks to al...
2021-08-1404 minMom Treading Water (The Imperfect Mom)Teachers And Staff Deserve Thanks And SupportAs we get ready to enter another unprecedented school year, we need to give special thanks to the teachers and staff who have graciously maneuvered these uncertain times. At the end of the school year, I reached out to teachers and staff to discuss how they adapted and what they would like us non-educators to know. I deliberately waited to the start of the new school year to share this episode so we don't lose sight of their dedication to our children. Thank you to all the teachers and staff! You are appreciated. Listen to episode 10, Learning To Give A...
2021-08-0908 minMom Treading Water (The Imperfect Mom)Learning To Give And Receive KindnessChildren are innately kind and as adults, we should embrace the opportunity to learn from them. When we give without any expectation of self gain, it is a gift. It is humbling. We should allow others the gift of giving to us. There is strength is asking for help. Listen to episode, Excuses and Reasons, please visit https://www.buzzsprout.com/1787240/8764762 or your favorite podcast app. Please join our Facebook group, Mom Treading Water: https://www.facebook.com/groups/490411995647295/Follow Mom Treading Water on TikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMd3dbnxT/Suppor...
2021-08-0211 minMom Treading Water (The Imperfect Mom)Fire That Doctor!Finding the right doctor is like dating. You both can be very good people, but you might not be good together. Although finding the right doctors to partner with you in managing your healthcare can be challenging, it is completely worth it. All patients deserve to be heard. To join our Facebook group, please visit: https://www.facebook.com/groups/490411995647295/Support the showIf you would like to support Mom Treading Water, please visit https://www.buzzsprout.com/1787240/supporters/new Follow us! Thank you! Website momtreadingwater.com Facebo...
2021-07-2615 minMom Treading Water (The Imperfect Mom)Don't Let Perfection Destroy The FunThe desire to be perfect can be paralyzing but also make us unkindly critical of others and ourselves. We see it in our daily lives but especially on social media. Why do we not enjoy the learning process or allow others to engage in the learning process without judgement? For me, I know much of my critical nature stems from my own insecurities. To listen to the episode referenced, please go to my website or your favorite podcast app. https://www.buzzsprout.com/1787240/8828007Please join our Facebook group, Mom Treading Water: https://www.facebook.com/groups/4...
2021-07-1912 minMom Treading Water (The Imperfect Mom)Not Raising Mini-Jerks: Apologizing And ForgivenessWhen I reflect upon some of my past behavior, I could be a real jerk. I mean the type of jerk you want to throw a drink in their face, jerk. Genuinely apologizing, includes attempting to change your past behavior and for me, stopping my disgustingly jerky behavior. Come share advice and thoughts on how to own a true apology, not get drawn into unwarranted apologizes and forgiving others when they don’t ask for forgiveness. Please share at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/490411995647295/ To hear episode 6 regarding active listening, go to your favorite pod...
2021-07-1213 minMom Treading Water (The Imperfect Mom)No I'm Not Completely Crazy! Sales Skills Develop Communication And Parenting SkillsMy sales training has helped me improve my communication and parenting. Yes, this sounds crazy but hear me out in this short podcast. If it does not impact health, safety or respect, is it really worth being right? It seems like listening stops when the main goal is to be right. Please share your experiences communicating with your children and with other people in our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/490411995647295/Support the showIf you would like to support Mom Treading Water, please visit https://www.buzzsprout.com/1787240/supporters/new F...
2021-07-0513 minMom Treading Water (The Imperfect Mom)Excuses and Reasons Are Not The SameExcuses and reasons are not one in the same. Excuses create barriers but reasons create boundaries. Sometimes setting boundaries allow for you to eliminate barriers that stand in the way of your goals. Surround yourself with those who support you in taking down barriers with honesty and compassion. This episode is an extension of I Am The Excuse Expert: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1787240/8694714Please join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/490411995647295/Support the showIf you would like to support Mom Treading Water, please visit...
2021-06-2811 minMom Treading Water (The Imperfect Mom)I Am The Excuse ExpertUncomfortable does not start to describe how I felt recording and listening to this episode. Identifying all of my imperfections in Episode 1, Let Me Introduce My Imperfect Self, made me realize I also excel at making excuses. Actually, I like to think of myself as an excuse expert. Please join our Facebook Group, Mom Treading Water: https://www.facebook.com/groups/490411995647295Support the showIf you would like to support Mom Treading Water, please visit https://www.buzzsprout.com/1787240/supporters/new Follow us! Thank you! Website momtreadingwater.com
2021-06-2113 minMom Treading Water (The Imperfect Mom)Why Keep Up With The Joneses?Keeping up with the Joneses is not a new concept but it is at a new level with social media. But really, what is the benefit? Join our Facebook group, Mom Treading Water: https://www.facebook.com/groups/490411995647295/ Support the showIf you would like to support Mom Treading Water, please visit https://www.buzzsprout.com/1787240/supporters/new Follow us! Thank you! Website momtreadingwater.com Facebook facebook.com/MomTreadingWater YouTube youtube.com/@momtreadingwatertheimperfe8133 Instagram instag...
2021-06-1409 minMom Treading Water (The Imperfect Mom)Stop The Mommy Guilt...Even if you are not a mommy or a parent, guilt is a powerful feeling but self inflicted guilt can be paralyzing. Eliminating guilt is practically impossible but give yourself a dang break! No one is perfect. Surrounding myself with supportive people has helped me realize perfection is not required to be a good parent. Join our Facebook group, Mom Treading Water: https://www.facebook.com/groups/490411995647295/If you are interested in learning more about Senegence, please visit Michaela Bolt Beauty: https://www.facebook.com/groups/lipliaison/**Please note, I am not being financially compen...
2021-06-0711 minMom Treading Water (The Imperfect Mom)Let Me Introduce My Imperfect SelfMy name is Melissa Libby and I'm an expert in being imperfect. As a stay at home mom, I realized it was time for me to start finding myself again. Come join me and learn why I decided to step out of my comfort zone and take on this adventure. Join our Facebook group, Mom Treading Water: https://www.facebook.com/groups/490411995647295/Support the showIf you would like to support Mom Treading Water, please visit https://www.buzzsprout.com/1787240/supporters/new Follow us! Thank you! Websi...
2021-05-3105 min
Mom Treading Water (The Imperfect Mom)What is Mom Treading Water?What is Mom Treading Water all about? Listen to this brief introduction. Support the showIf you would like to support Mom Treading Water, please visit https://www.buzzsprout.com/1787240/supporters/new Follow us! Thank you! Website momtreadingwater.com Facebook facebook.com/MomTreadingWater YouTube youtube.com/@momtreadingwatertheimperfe8133 Instagram instag...
2021-05-3000 min
Clarity Generates ConfidenceEpisode 13: Prepare for the Post Covid-19 World - Featuring Melissa LibbyIn this episode of Clarity Generates Confidence Gary talks with Melissa Libby who is the Founder/ President of Melissa Libby & Associates. Melissa Libby & Associates is a public relations agency based in Atlanta, Georgia with local and national clients in the food, beverage and retail industries.
Together they touch on topics relating to the post COVID-19 world, which includes, what will the future of restaurants and dining look like after Covid-19, how will the recent racial tensions impact the restaurant industry in Atlanta and other parts of the country, and what the hospitality industry currently looks like in A...
2020-08-1132 min
Dietitian Boss with Libby RothschildHow Melissa Landry focuses on Health at Every Size (HAES) as a Dietitian BossMelissa Landry is a Boston-based nutrition therapist and intuitive eating coach who supports women in bigger bodies in finding food freedom. Melissa manages an online Instagram community @no.more.guilt and co-hosts the podcast Break the Diet Cycle, which inspires women across the country to be the first in their family to stop dieting and body image concerns from passing through the generations, just like she is. Inspired by her mother's stories, Melissa's weight-inclusive framework addresses the unique challenges and experiences women in bigger bodies face as they pursue food freedom. Melissa's mom was prescribed and encouraged to pursue...
2020-08-0527 min
Work Life by DesignThe Scientific Impact of Workplace Design with Dr Libby SanderDesigning a workplace that yields results is in fact a science. Dr Libby Sander is Assistant Professor of Organisational Behaviour at Bond University, where she researches the impact that our workplaces have on our lives across, neuroscience, architecture, psychology, entrepreneurship and urban design. As a follower of Libby's work, I was intrigued to understand the link between a well designed and considered space and the comfort and performance levels of individuals. In this episode we discuss the effects that our environments have on our ability to concentrate, communicate and perform and how the aesthetic beauty of the space we occupy can al...
2020-06-2253 min
Dietitian Boss with Libby RothschildCreating a profitable business in less than the three years people say it takes with Melissa Groves AzzaroHave you been told that it takes at least three years to be profitable in a nutrition business? Does the thought of that make you second guess starting your business? It doesn’t have to be that way! You can create a profitable business much faster! In today’s episode, Libby is talking with Melissa Groves Azzaro. Melissa is an integrative registered dietician and owner of Avocado Grove Nutrition and Wellness, an in-person and virtual private practice specializing in women's health and hormone issues including PCOS and fertility. Melissa uses the functional medicine foods first approach that comb...
2020-04-2740 min
Mind Love™ • Consciousness, Spirituality, and Science for AwakeningEvolving as a Leader with Libby Crow • 119This is one of my favorite episodes ever. When I started an entrepreneur, I had a lot of fear and self-doubt.What will people think? Will it work? Will I fail publicly? Will people talk behind my back? Will they believe me?Leaders, entrepreneurs, and coaches tend to seek growth, so we’re constantly evolving. So if you speak your truth publicly now, how will that change in the next few years? How do you share your story and be vulnerable while still allowing room...
2020-02-251h 02
Dietitian Boss with Libby RothschildGrowing Your Brand Even With A Small Instagram Feed With Melissa Landry RDNIn today’s episode, I interview Melissa Landry RDN. Melissa is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist who lives in Boston with her husband Dave and Dog Lucy. Melissa’s mission is to create a world where all women feel free to live in their bodies and be who they are without guilt. In this episode, we discuss: How niching down her business and message got her where she is today. How she conquered her fears of what others would think. Her approach to using Instagram as a business tool in the beginning and as she has grown. When sh...
2019-11-1826 min
The Melissa Ambrosini Show141: Balancing Hormones, Clearing Acne And Boosting Energy With Dr Libby WeaverDr. Libby Weaver (Ph.D.) is a leading nutritional biochemist, bestselling author, world-renowned speaker and founder of the plant-based supplement range, Bio Blends. With an honours degree in dietetics, a Ph.D. in biochemistry and over 20 years’ experience in clinical practice, she brings incredible scientific insight to the wellness arena, empowering people to rewrite their health story, rebalance their hormones and (finally!) experience vibrant energy.Head to https://melissaambrosini.com/141 for full episode resources and more inspiring weekly episodes.Dr Libby’s three-pronged approach to hormonal imbalance is unique — combining biochemistry, nutrition and emotions, to give y...
2018-10-181h 04
Dietitian Boss with Libby RothschildHow to level up your clinical and social media with Liz and MelissaBusiness, Branding and Building is a weekly podcast created and hosted by Libby Rothschild, MS, RD CPT. The conversations are structured to inspire and provide direction to Nutrition and/or Fitness Professionals who want to make a lasting impact among their niche and manage multiple streams of income. If you identify as a high performing lifelong learner, then listen, write a review and take action in your business right now. IG: @libbyrothschild Youtube: LibbyRothschild Email: enrothschild@gmail.com Website: www.libbyrothschild.com Copyrig...
2018-06-2537 min
Zoomer Week in ReviewDr. Sandy Skotnicki on Skin Care & Melissa Maker on Spring CleaningFinally, it’s officially spring…a time for renewal. What better place to start than with the largest organ on your body..your skin. Libby talks to dermatologist Dr. Sandy Skotnicki about her new book Beyond Soap, and why we need a skin care diet.
And – A sure rite of spring is the perennial “spring cleaning.” But who likes to clean…it can be overwhelming and not very fun! Libby talks to cleaning guru Melissa Maker, who shares some of her favourite tips to make it easy!
2018-03-2619 min
The Melissa Ambrosini Show31: EMF: The Invisible Toxin That Is Ruining Your Life With Dr Libby DarnellThere’s no denying that EMFs (electromagnetic fields) are harmful! It’s a fact that we need to stop hiding from. Whether you feel it within yourself (like I can) or not, you are being affected by these fields every single day, and they’re having an undeniable impact on your health, happiness and hormones. For full show notes and episode resources, head to https://melissaambrosini.com/31 Today’s podcast guest, Dr Libby Darnell — a Functional Medicine practitioner and Doctor of Chiropractic — has experienced this impact personally and professionally. She knows the detrimental effects of EMF all too...
2017-07-131h 18