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Life Happens with Barb & Michelle204 - Loneliness in the Age of Connection – Why Social Media Isn't HelpingExplore the emotional and mental health impact of loneliness in the digital age ⬇️✨ Never miss an episode of Life Happens with Barb and Michelle ✨⟶ Subscribe to our channel here: www.youtube.com/@LifeHappensThePodcastDid you know that loneliness can have the same impact on our mortality as smoking 15 cigarettes a day? According to the U.S. Surgeon General, widespread loneliness poses health risks as deadly as smoking up to 15 cigarettes daily. With 1 in 3 Americans experiencing feelings of loneliness at least once a week, and social media often exacerbating feelings of isolation, this is an epidemic...2025-05-0643 min
Life Happens with Barb & Michelle203 - Why Your Relationships Aren’t Working (And How Hard Conversations Can Help)✨ Watch our episodes on YouTube! ✨⟶ Subscribe to our channel here: @LifeHappensThePodcastWith 1 in 4 people estranged from a family member, it’s clear there’s a crisis in connection—one we don’t talk about enough.What happens when communication breaks down, when misunderstandings pile up, and when silence becomes the only way we know how to cope? It’s time to talk about the elephant in the room: how do we have the hard conversations that help us heal, reconnect, and grow stronger together?The answer isn’t always cutting someone off. In fact, many...2025-04-2948 min
Life Happens with Barb & Michelle202 - Grief Isn’t Linear– How to Navigate Loss and Feel Your Feelings (Without a Timeline)✨ WATCH ON VIDEO✨⟶ Subscribe to our YouTube channel here: @LifeHappensThePodcastThis week on Life Happens with Barb and Michelle, we’re opening up about our personal journeys with grief and how we’ve supported each other through loss as mother and daughter. We’re sharing the lessons we’ve learned, the ways we’ve found resilience, and the love that continues to guide us.This episode is especially close to our hearts. Barb speaks vulnerably about her current experience with grief, as a dear friend of hers has recently entered hospice care. She reflects on what...2025-04-2353 min
Life Happens with Barb & MichelleLife Happens with Barb & Michelle - New Name, Same UsWe're back — with a new name, a fresh look, and a brand-new video podcast 💚 but the heart of our show stays the same: real, personal, and empowering conversations between a mother and daughter.Why Life Happens?Because life isn't linear. It's full of twists, turns, unexpected lessons, and beautifully messy moments. We're here to talk through all of it — with honesty, vulnerability, and love. 🌱Starting Tuesday, April 15, 2025, join Michelle and Barb for heartfelt conversations, actionable insights, and inspiring stories that remind you you're never alone in what you're going through.We're growing, e...2025-04-1500 min
Life Happens with Barb & MichelleEp. 164 - Stepping into Change & Cultivating ResilienceExciting news! Barb Knows Best is evolving! To celebrate this new chapter, Barb and Michelle share one of their all-time favorite episodes from Barb Knows Best. In this episode, Barb and Michelle talk about the one trait they're both working on cultivating this year (and honestly… every year): resilience. This conversation meant so much to them—it was recorded during a time when life felt especially heavy, and the lessons still hit home today.Resources Mentioned in Today’s Podcast:The Road Less Traveled by Scott PeckRoadmap to Resilience by Donald MeichenbaumFollow...2025-04-0857 min
Life Happens with Barb & MichelleEp. 163 - Navigating Difficult Dynamics While Staying True to YourselfHave you heard of emotional monitoring? It’s when you anticipate and accommodate other people’s emotions at the expense of your own. This might look like constantly wondering if someone is mad at you or checking in excessively to make sure they’re okay. Over time, this hypervigilance can be exhausting.This week, Barb shares her experience of divorce after spending 33 years as the peacekeeper and emotional monitor in her marriage. Through our personal stories, Barb and Michelle explore how to recognize emotional monitoring and, more importantly, how to break free from it.Key Takeaw...2025-04-0152 min
Life Happens with Barb & MichelleEp. 162 - Stop Apologizing for Who You AreOn this week's brand-new episode, Barb and Michelle are encouraging you to stop apologizing. In this vulnerable conversation, they discuss their personal practices of noticing the instinct to over-apologize or even apologize when not warranted, and how that affects confidence, clarity, and self-esteem. They also share how they've been overcoming this pesky habit, and the benefits they've discovered.Follow us @MichelleMaros and @Peaceful_Barb and share your experiences with us @BarbKnowsBestPod or at Michellemaros.com/podcast. You can also find us on Substack at Love Notes by Michelle Maros and Peaceful Mind Peaceful Life.Click her...2025-03-2554 min
Life Happens with Barb & MichelleEp. 161 - Embracing the Strength and Power of WomenIn this week's all new episode, in celebration of Women's History Month, Barb and Michelle dedicate this episode to YOU—to all women.They unpack the struggles women face daily—from the impossibly high expectations to the ongoing battle for equality. If you’ve ever felt like you were too much, too little, or simply not enough, this episode is for you.Here are some key takeaways from today’s episode:Be aware of societal expectations. The beauty standards, lifestyle pressures, and timelines imposed on us are often unrealistic. Release the need to conform to them...2025-03-1859 min
Life Happens with Barb & MichelleEp. 160 - How We Rebuild Trust & Rise Above BetrayalThis week, in an all-new episode of Barb Knows Best, Barb and Michelle dive deep into the painful reality of betrayal. Through sharing personal stories, you'll learn how they healed from broken trust, and, most importantly, how they reclaimed their power in its aftermath.Here are some key takeaways from today’s episode:Awareness: Recognize when trust issues and paranoia start creeping into your relationships. Self-awareness is the first step in breaking the cycle.Acceptance: Healing begins when we accept what happened without allowing it to define us. We can’t change the past, but we can...2025-03-111h 02
Life Happens with Barb & MichelleEp. 159 - Breaking Free From CodependencyThis week on Barb Knows Best, Barb and Michelle honor the memory of Melody Beattie, a teacher and guide who profoundly impacted so many. Her wisdom, shared through her books and teachings, is a beacon. In this revisited episode, Barb and Michelle reflect on one of her most influential works, Codependent No More, and discuss how it helped them release codependency and build healthier, more empowering relationships. References Mentioned in Today’s Podcast:Codependent No More by Melody BeattieCodependency by Psychology TodayBreaking This Pattern Changed My Relationships by Michelle MarosFollow us @Mich...2025-03-0459 min
Life Happens with Barb & MichelleEp. 158 - Stop Settling: Step Into the Life You DeserveIn this week's all-new episode, Barb and Michelle tackle the tricky and subtle dynamic of settling. They share their personal perspectives on shifting their mindsets from settling to fully owning it. They share personal struggles with breaking free from self-doubt, elevating standards, and trusting that the right things will come at the right time. Not settling isn’t just about getting what you want, it’s about believing in yourself enough to wait for it.If you’ve ever felt stuck, unsure, or afraid to ask for more, this episode is for you. Key ta...2025-02-2554 min
Life Happens with Barb & MichelleEP. 157 - Redefining the True Essence of LoveIn the spirit of Valentine's Day, this week, Barb and Michelle take this holiday of love as reminder that real love comes in many forms. Some years, this day feels joyful and full of connection, while others, it may stir up longing or reflection. No matter where you are in your journey, one thing remains true: love isn’t limited to romance. It exists in the beauty of nature, the bond with your children, the kindness of a friend—but most importantly, in the love you give yourself.Love is a verb: it’s something we practice and in...2025-02-1853 min
Life Happens with Barb & MichelleEp. 156 - Disrespect and Difficult PeopleHave you noticed that kindness, understanding, and patience feel harder to come by these days? You’re not alone! In a world that feels increasingly tense and on edge, it can be challenging to navigate interactions with difficult people while staying true to your own sense of peace.In this week's episode, Barb and Michelle dive into an important conversation: How do we handle disrespect? Many of us absorb negative encounters and allow them to impact our moods and mindsets—but we don’t have to. While we can’t control the external world, we can contr...2025-02-1156 min
Life Happens with Barb & MichelleEp. 155 - Revisiting Ep. 47: Choosing Peace Amid DramaThis week, Barb and Michelle invite you to revisit a past episode with a timely message of managing difficult times and finding peace amid drama.Barb and Michelle unpack a quote that has been simmering in their minds, “Please let go of the habit of comforting people after they have harmed you” by Liana Naima. It’s easy for many of us to go into people pleasing mode to keep the peace in our relationships, but at what cost? Listen to learn their thoughts!Episode Notes:Give yourself space and allow yourself to sit in the...2025-02-0457 min
Life Happens with Barb & MichelleEP. 153 - The Power of Showing Up: Community Care in Tough TimesIn this week's episode, Barb and Michelle reflect on the devastating California wildfires, highlighting the deep pain and loss so many are experiencing right now. In moments like these, the strength of our communities and the care we offer one another becomes not just important but essential. Nakita Valerie’s words ring especially true: “Shouting ‘self-care’ at people who actually need ‘community care’ is how we fail people.”They explore the transformative power of community care, especially during difficult times. While self-care has its place, it often overlooks our intrinsic need for connection. We are not meant to navigate li...2025-01-2153 min
Life Happens with Barb & MichelleEp. 152 - Surviving the Season: Practical Tips for Managing Seasonal DepressionThis week on Barb Knows Best, Barb and Michelle explore how to navigate the transition into the new year with compassion and care. Rather than diving headfirst into the hustle of achieving every resolution, they’re encouraging you to embrace slowness, self-care, and reflection during this first month of 2025. Join them as they share their personal experiences and practical tips for letting go of the pressure to start the year perfectly, easing back into routines, and approaching this season with grace and kindness.View full show notes of this episode....2025-01-1456 min
Life Happens with Barb & MichelleEp. 151 - New Year, New Mindset: Embracing Intentions Over ResolutionsHappy New Year!This week on Barb Knows Best, Barb and Michelle dive into the transformative practice of intention setting. Take a moment to reflect: how often have you truly followed through on a New Year’s resolution? While many of us start the year eager to grow and thrive, studies show that only 1% of resolutions stick for the entire year.In today’s episode, they explore why resolutions often fall short and how embracing the new year with intention can lead to meaningful, lasting change. They’ll share practi...2025-01-0745 min
Life Happens with Barb & MichelleEp. 149 - Unpacking Perfectionism (Revisiting Ep. 26)This week on Barb Knows Best, Barb—a lifelong perfectionist—shares her wisdom and personal journey with perfectionism. Together, Barb and Michelle explore how this mindset shows up, especially during the holidays, and how to break free from its grip.View full show notes of this episode.Follow us @MichelleMaros and @Peaceful_Barb and share your experiences with us @BarbKnowsBestPod or at Michellemaros.com/podcast. You can also find us on Substack at Love Notes by Michelle Maros and Peaceful Mind Peaceful Life.Clic...2024-12-2455 min
Life Happens with Barb & MichelleEp. 144 - How to Cultivate Gratitude During Life's ChallengesThis week on Barb Knows Best, Barb and Michelle dive into a practice that is transformative for them, especially during life’s toughest moments: gratitude. It’s easy to get caught up in striving for more or waiting for the “next big thing,” but the true magic lies in appreciating the here and now.Gratitude isn’t just a fleeting feeling, but rather a way of life. It anchors us during hardships, reminding us of the beauty and blessings we often overlook. In this episode, they explore why adopting a grateful spirit is an essential...2024-11-1951 min
Life Happens with Barb & MichelleEp. 143 - Freedom to Feel: Releasing Shame and Guilt Around EmotionsThis week on Barb Knows Best, Barb and Michelle explore a transformative yet challenging concept: giving yourself permission to feel. In a culture that often tells us to “stay positive” or “power through,” fully embracing our emotions can feel unfamiliar—even radical. Yet, it’s one of the most healing and empowering acts we can do for ourselves.View full show notes of this episode.Follow us @MichelleMaros and @Peaceful_Barb and share your experiences with us @BarbKnowsBestPod or at Michellemaros.com/podcast. You can also find us on...2024-11-121h 02
Life Happens with Barb & MichelleEp. 142 - Disrespect: Knowing When Enough is EnoughThis week on Barb Knows Best, Barb and Michelle dive into a topic we all face but rarely talk about openly: disrespect and recognizing when enough is enough. In this episode, they talk about the subtle signals that can tell us it’s time to reassess or even step away from people or situations that no longer feel respectful or aligned. Through honest conversations, personal stories, and practical advice, they explore how small acts of disrespect—often brushed off as “no big deal”—can, over time, erode our sense of trust and security. Through this episod...2024-11-0557 min
Life Happens with Barb & MichelleEp. 141 - Overcome Imposter Syndrome and Reclaim Your ConfidenceThis week on Barb Knows Best, Barb and Michelle dive into the topic of imposter syndrome and share their personal experiences of how they've learned to reclaim their confidence — and hopefully inspire you to do the same. They explore what imposter syndrome looks like, how it manifests, and the impact it can have on our lives. Through the insights and strategies they discuss, they hope to help quiet your inner critic and loosen the hold imposter syndrome may have on your life.View full show notes of this episode.In...2024-10-2954 min
Life Happens with Barb & MichelleEp. 140 - Staying Grounded: Coping with Anxiety in an Uncertain WorldThis week on Barb Knows Best, Barb and Michelle talk about how we can cope with our own anxieties around world events, and the uncontrollable, unpredictable unknown. They also give tips and reminders to help navigate the overwhelm of these times and reminders of how to stay present through it all. We hope this episode encourages you to take your power back and know that you always have a voice and a vote!View full show notes of this episode.In honor of World Mental Health Day, Barb and...2024-10-2258 min
Life Happens with Barb & MichelleEp. 139 - Rejection: The Pathway to New BeginningsThis week on Barb Knows Best, Barb and Michelle explore the topic of rejection and how to navigate life’s unexpected detours. They discuss ways to shift your perspective when faced with rejection—whether in relationships, career opportunities, or personal goals—and how it can actually serve as guidance if we learn to surrender and trust the process. They also share personal stories that have helped them embrace rejection as a form of redirection, guiding them to where they’re truly meant to be on their journeys.View full show notes of this episode.2024-10-151h 04
Life Happens with Barb & MichelleEp. 138 - Addiction: Barb’s Personal Story to RecoveryIn this week's episode, Barb shares her deeply personal and ongoing 40-year journey with bulimia—an addiction that she has battled for much of her life. She candidly discusses how she has found freedom, healing, and self-love through her recovery process. By opening up about her experience, we hope to provide a space for those struggling with addiction to feel seen and empowered to take steps toward healing.Quotes mentioned in this episode:"The real voyage of discovery consists, not in seeking new landscapes, but in having new eyes." - Marcel Proust.2024-10-081h 05
Life Happens with Barb & MichelleEp. 137 - Bracing for Loss: Navigating Anticipatory GriefGrief is a universal human experience—no one escapes it. However, there is a form of grief that begins before the actual loss takes place: anticipatory grief.This week, Barb and Michelle talk about navigating loss before it happens. Anticipatory grief is when someone is expecting or preparing for an impending loss, such as the death of a loved one, the decline of health, or significant life changes. During their conversation, they share their personal experiences, challenges, and the insights they’ve learned navigating their own grief. They also discuss how to manage the feel...2024-10-011h 04
Life Happens with Barb & MichelleEp. 136 - Unpacking Entitlement: The Culture of ‘I Deserve It’This week, Barb and Michelle discuss the hot topic of entitlement. They talk about different ways entitlement can show up, letting go of entitlement, and dealing with entitled people. They also discuss how the instant gratification mentality can spark entitlement in our lives. In this episode, they talk about:The distinction between confidence and entitlement. The idea of holding onto your worthiness without being entitled. Approaching things with humility and empathy instead of judging or believing we’re higher than others.Letting go of the idea that we’re owed instant gratificationBlaming outside factor...2024-09-241h 04
Life Happens with Barb & MichelleEp. 135 - Transform Your PerspectiveThis week, Barb and Michelle are diving deep into the idea of reframing or shifting our minds from certain negative belief systems. For anyone who is stubborn, a perfectionist, a fixer, a pessimist, an overthinker, or a planner, this episode will especially resonate with you. Through cultivating awareness and transforming our self-talk, we can release our rigid thinking patterns and find joy in new opportunities.In this episode, Barb and Michelle discuss:Being flexible with your plans, ideas, and possibilities while focusing on what you truly valueWaiting to be flawless to pursue your...2024-09-1758 min
Life Happens with Barb & MichelleEp. 134 - STOP Being So Hard on YourselfThis week, Barb and Michelle are acknowledging a common problem many of us have—being too hard on ourselves. If you’re someone who feels like you’re always the problem and at fault, then this episode is for you. They’re breaking down our inner-critic and discussing new insights on how to start developing a trusting, loving relationship with ourselves.In this episode, Barb and Michelle discuss:Giving yourself grace through the challenges and difficult moments of lifeLetting go of the burden of carrying all the problems and issues going onReleasing the need to...2024-09-1057 min
Life Happens with Barb & MichelleEp. 133 - Untangling Our Thoughts in the Midst of ChaosThis week, Barb and Michelle share how an unfortunate accident led to Barb being forced to slow down physically and mentally. This incident reminded Barb of the importance of being intentional and mindful in thought and action. It can feel impossible to consider moving at a slower pace, the thoughts in the mind are always racing, and the responsibilities are endless. In this episode, they discuss the key to being present in a fast-paced world and how to mindfully interrupt our constant stream of thoughts.In this episode, Barb and Michelle discuss:Cultivating...2024-09-0357 min
Life Happens with Barb & MichelleEp. 132 - Anger as Your AllyThis week, Barb and Michelle are talking about an emotion many of us avoid and express poorly—anger. Barb shares her personal experience with avoiding anger throughout her life and her journey with moving through this difficult emotion. They share insights they learned from a somatic healer along with ways to express, acknowledge, and feel your anger.In this episode, they talk about:Acknowledging and feeling your anger is key to moving through itTransforming your anger into compassion, but still not bypassing those difficult emotionsHaving the courage to set a boundary and communicate in...2024-08-271h 00
Life Happens with Barb & MichelleEp. 128 - Coming Back to Yourself When You’re LostThis week, Barb and Michelle are getting personal in this relatable discussion of losing yourself. Barb shares her story of feeling disconnected with herself after her divorce from a 33-year marriage. Through their personal experiences of feeling lost and distant from themselves, Michelle and Barb give new insights on what coming back to yourself can look like.In this episode, they talk about:Recognizing what losing yourself looks like and remembering who you areInstead of focusing on the negatives, show yourself compassion and graceGiving yourself permission to prioritize your mental, emotional, and physical...2024-07-301h 00
Life Happens with Barb & MichelleEp. 125 - How to Conquer Self-DoubtThis week, Barb and Michelle continue last week’s conversation on overcoming feelings of self-doubt and uncertainty. Michelle shares personal experiences of losing trust, and they both share mindset shifts and action steps to take if you’re doubting yourself and your intuition.In this episode, they talk about:Moving through difficult feelingsHow to strengthen your discernment muscle and cultivate real trust in yourselfRemembering to give yourself space to breathe, reflect, and respond; especially when you’re doubting yourselfAlso mentioned in this episode:Bronnie Ware and The Top Fi...2024-07-091h 00
Life Happens with Barb & MichelleEp. 124 - A Tough Lesson 2024 Has Taught MeThis week, Barb and Michelle discuss an unexpected lesson Michelle has learned in 2024. Michelle opens up about her tendencies to be gullible and “too trusting”, while Barb shares helpful reframes and insights.In this episode, they talk about:Just because you have been harmed in the past, doesn’t mean you can’t seek the good in peopleReframing how we view the intentions and actions of othersShowing grace and love towards ourselves and how we perceive lifeFollow us @MichelleMaros and @Peaceful_Barb and share your experiences with us @BarbKnows...2024-07-021h 01
Life Happens with Barb & MichelleEp. 120 - Worrying Just Isn’t Worth It (Ever)In this week's episode, Barb and Michelle discuss the often requested topic of worry. Sharing from personal experience, Barb and Michelle chat about how worry shows up in their lives and how they’ve slowly intended to release the unnecessary nature of it.We take a deep dive into:What is worry?Why are we so quick to lean into worry?How can we worry less?What would life look like with faith over worry?Follow us @MichelleMaros and @Peaceful_Barb and share your experiences with us @BarbKnowsBestPod or at...2024-06-041h 00
Life Happens with Barb & MichelleEp. 118 - What is a Mantra?In this week's episode, Barb and Michelle discuss one of Barb’s oldest, and most life-changing practices: mantra repetition. Learn all about this powerful practice: what it is, how to do it, and how it can change your life. Plus, Barb and Michelle share how using a mantra has impacted both of their lives, personally. We take a deep dive into:What is a mantra?How can you choose which mantra is right for you?How can we incorporate this practice into our lives, no matter how busy we areCl...2024-05-211h 02
Life Happens with Barb & MichelleEp 113 - You Don't Have to Be the Favorite!Episode 113 - You Don’t Have to Be the Favorite!In this week’s all new episode, Barb and Michelle sit at the table to discuss a topic that rose to the surface for Barb during her recent silent retreat. Have you ever felt the internal drive to be someone else’s favorite? Whether it be at school, work, or even in friendships, many of us seek to be the favorite. Barb and Michelle talk about their personal journeys with this dynamic and how they are breaking it, once and for all. Follow us @Michel...2024-04-161h 03
Life Happens with Barb & MichelleEp. 112 - Take Back Your PowerIn this week’s all new episode, Barb and Michelle dive into a listener's request of how to not let the changes in other people's moods affect you. In this sneaky habit, many of us find ourselves giving away our power by walking on eggshells to bend to the moods of others. In this show, Barb and Michelle discuss personal stories and insights of how they’ve worked through this dynamic in their own relationship. Follow us @MichelleMaros and @Peaceful_Barb and share your experiences with us @BarbKnowsBestPod or at www.michellemaros.com/podcast.CHECK...2024-04-0953 min
Life Happens with Barb & MichelleEp. 108 - How We Define Peace?This week, Barb and Michelle seek to define ‘peace’, what it looks like in life, and the misconceptions surrounding its true meaning. Follow us @MichelleMaros and @Peaceful_Barb and share your experiences with us @BarbKnowsBestPod or at www.michellemaros.com/podcast.Episode Notes:Remember:True peace stems from the inside. Your time and your energy are precious and irreplaceable; focus on the things that matter most to you. Peace = discernment Inner peace comes from loving and accepting yourself fully.References Mentioned in Today’s Podcast:What a Peaceful Mind Means to Me by Michelle Ma...2024-03-121h 02
Life Happens with Barb & MichelleEp. 103 - You Don't Have To SettleIn this week’s all-new episode, Barb and Michelle discuss the societal pressures that lead to settling, and how we can start to connect with ourselves and honor what we truly want and deserve. Follow us @MichelleMaros and @Peaceful_Barb and share your experiences with us @BarbKnowsBestPod or at www.michellemaros.com/podcast.Episode Notes:Questions to Ask Yourself:Are you doing something that you wish you weren't doing? Are you doing what you need to be doing?Are you feeling satisfied and fulfilled?Remember, trust the timing and path of y...2024-02-0658 min
Life Happens with Barb & MichelleEp. 102 - Favorite Flashback: Noticing Unhealthy HabitsIn this week’s flashback favorite, in honor of the new year and adopting healthy habits, we are replaying one of our early episodes on noticing unhealthy habits. In this episode,Michelle shares her journey to sobriety and recognizing the toxic patterns and habits in her life that stemmed from drinking. Barb and Michelle share their personal stories and histories of addiction, dysfunction, and making the choice to make a change. Follow us @MichelleMaros and @Peaceful_Barb and share your experiences with us @BarbKnowsBestPod or at www.michellemaros.com/podcast.Episode Notes:Notice where your...2024-01-301h 02
Life Happens with Barb & MichelleEp. 101 - Releasing Emotional MonitoringIn this week’s follow up to episode 100, Barb and Michelle continue their conversation about emotional monitoring, and share their tools and insights on how to manage the impulse to be the fixer in your relationships. Follow us @MichelleMaros and @Peaceful_Barb and share your experiences with us @BarbKnowsBestPod or at www.michellemaros.com/podcast. Episode Notes:Here are some of the tools to managing the need to emotional monitoring:Become aware of your feelings.Honor your emotions.Name your feelings and allow them to move through you.Don’t allow your feelings to ident...2024-01-2350 min
Life Happens with Barb & MichelleEp. 100 - What is Emotional Monitoring?This week, Barb and Michelle dive into a sneaky habit many of us fall into, especially as people pleasers. Learn all about emotional monitoring, how to spot it, and simple practices to unlearn this behavior. Follow us @MichelleMaros and @Peaceful_Barb and share your experiences with us @BarbKnowsBestPod or at www.michellemaros.com/podcast.Episode Notes:Emotional Monitoring – This is the tendency to continually monitor the emotional states of others, while sacrificing attunement to one’s own emotional states.If you find yourself emotionally monitoring, try to become aware of your emotions throughout the d...2024-01-161h 00
Life Happens with Barb & MichelleEp. 98 - A New BeginningHappy New Year! In this week’s all-new episode, Barb and Michelle kick off 2024 with helpful rituals, practices, and introspections to start the year out happy, aligned, and clear. Follow us @MichelleMaros and @Peaceful_Barb and share your experiences with us @BarbKnowsBestPod or at www.michellemaros.com/podcast.Episode Notes:New Year Rituals:Identify your past accomplishments.Remember the lessons you learned that life taught you. Honor the strength you had when life was teaching you these lessons. Reflect on what you really want to create and cultivate in 2024.References Ment...2024-01-0255 min
Life Happens with Barb & MichelleEp. 95 - Winning in Paradise with FAU Men’s Basketball TeamIn this week’s special episode, Barb and Michelle chat with celebrated members of the Florida Atlantic University Men’s Basketball team. After a whirlwind year reaching the Final Four, Barb and Michelle follow up with Head Coach Dusty May and returning players, Alijah Martin and Nick Boyd, to discuss how they maintain their vision, release external pressures, and keep focused on their goals. It’s an episode you won’t want to miss! Follow us @MichelleMaros and @Peaceful_Barb and share your experiences with us @BarbKnowsBestPod or at www.michellemaros.com/podcast.Episode NotesFAU Men’s...2023-12-1259 min
Life Happens with Barb & MichelleEp. 94 - Managing Feelings During the HolidaysIn this week’s episode, Barb and Michelle continue their conversation from last week on unpacking the uncomfortable moments of the holiday season, and walk us through the common feelings that arise during this time of year. Follow us @MichelleMaros and @Peaceful_Barb and share your experiences with us @BarbKnowsBestPod or at www.michellemaros.com/podcast. Episode Notes: Nostalgia Grief Disappointment Loneliness References Mentioned in Today’s Podcast:Managing Feelings During the Holidays by Michelle MarosGET YOUR JOURNALING EXPERIENCE TODAY! CLICK HERE!Our Sponsors:* Check out Factor and...2023-12-051h 04
Life Happens with Barb & MichelleEp. 90 - How to Make Someone's DayIn this week’s episode, Barb and Michelle offer up some levity and light-heartedness with simple tools and practices to share your kindness, love, and joy. Follow us @MichelleMaros and @Peaceful_Barb and share your experiences with us @BarbKnowsBestPod or at www.michellemaros.com/podcast.Episode Notes:Have a sense of awareness in how you are taking what is happening in the world. Take a pause, feel your feelings and then begin again. 10 Simple Ways to Make Someone’s DayBe presentBe patientBe thoughtfulBe givingCommunicateHonor your boundaries Release judgmentBe generousBe gratefulTake care of your...2023-11-071h 04
Life Happens with Barb & MichelleEp. 89 - How We Cultivate BelongingIn this week’s episode, Barb and Michelle discuss the topic of belonging, and the basic human instincts we all feel to fit in. Both share personal stories and anecdotes as well as poignant insights on how we all can learn to belong, starting from the inside, out. Follow us @MichelleMaros and @Peaceful_Barb and share your experiences with us @BarbKnowsBestPod or at www.michellemaros.com/podcast. Episode Notes:Feeling like you don’t belong is painful and it’s lonely. This is a natural feeling and it’s important to have awareness of this feeling. N...2023-10-3158 min
Life Happens with Barb & MichelleEp. 86 - Why Meditation and Why a Retreat?In this final episode diving into Barb’s retreat, Barb and Michelle tap into the biggest takeaways, the why’s to meditation and going on retreat, and how we all can start to implement the benefits Barb experienced, from our own home. Follow us @MichelleMaros and @Peaceful_Barb and share your experiences with us @BarbKnowsBestPod or at www.michellemaros.com/podcast.Episode Notes:Poems Barb Read in Today’s EpisodeSangha - Community Grandma SumanaMitta - Friend Meditation is simply taking some time to sit with yourself, a few minutes every day, sit...2023-10-1058 min
Life Happens with Barb & MichelleEp. 83 - Trusting the Timing of Your LifeFeeling stuck or behind? This week’s episode is for you! In this vulnerable conversation, Barb and Michelle discuss the tricky topic of life timelines, how to formulate your own timing for your life, and release the societal pressure that we all experience. Follow us @MichelleMaros and @Peaceful_Barb and share your experiences with us @BarbKnowsBestPod or at www.michellemaros.com/podcast.Episode Notes:Tips and practices to help you accept YOUR timeline:Remind yourself you are not behind, there is NO real schedule to life. Understanding who you are and what YOU want. If th...2023-09-191h 01
Life Happens with Barb & MichelleEp. 82 - Q & A with Barb and MichelleIn this week’s episode, Barb and Michelle continue their conversation from last week, answering listener questions and sharing personal stories and insights. Follow us @MichelleMaros and @Peaceful_Barb and share your experiences with us @BarbKnowsBestPod or at www.michellemaros.com/podcast.Episode Notes:How to feel comfortable being alone?Have the discernment of when you want to be alone and when you do not.Learn to love your own company and how to be fortified in our own company.Make a list of the things you like about yourself and the things you like about bein...2023-09-1252 min
Life Happens with Barb & MichelleEp. 80 - Our Take On the Aging ConversationThis week, Barb and Michelle dive into the much-requested topic of aging, what they think about the term “anti-aging”, and how they’ve managed their own feelings about the aging process. Follow us @MichelleMaros and @Peaceful_Barb and share your experiences with us @BarbKnowsBestPod or at www.michellemaros.com/podcast. Episode Notes:We all are constantly aging, it means we are alive.Set an intention daily to be comfortable in your own skin. You are more than just your looks and your age. You are a combination of all things. Beauty is not just on the...2023-08-2954 min
Life Happens with Barb & MichelleEp. 79 - Cultivating Assertive CommunicationIn this week’s episode, Barb and Michelle discuss the art of assertive communication, and how we all can cultivate the skills needed to communicate in this way. Plus, they share their own personal experiences being afraid to be assertive for fears of not being liked, and more! Follow us @MichelleMaros and @Peaceful_Barb and share your experiences with us @BarbKnowsBestPod or at www.michellemaros.com/podcast.Episode Notes:Tips to becoming a more assertive communicator:Know who you are and what you want.Say what you mean. Be present in your conversation. Take respo...2023-08-221h 02
Life Happens with Barb & MichelleEp. 78 - Taking Back Your PowerThis week, Barb and Michelle open up about personal situations they both have been going through that made them feel overwhelmed and weakened, and how they bounced back to regain their power. Follow us @MichelleMaros and @Peaceful_Barb and share your experiences with us @BarbKnowsBestPod or at www.michellemaros.com/podcast.Episode Notes:Fear can show itself as uncertainty.It’s okay to be uncertain but honor you’re the work you are doing.It’s so important to understand your feelings and how fear is showing up in your life.There is a difference between needing...2023-08-1556 min
Life Happens with Barb & MichelleEp. 76 - It’s Not a Mistake if You Learned Something From ItFrom a listener request, Barb and Michelle discuss releasing personal judgments we hold for our own mistakes and missteps. In this episode, Barb and Michelle talk about their own personal experiences with making mistakes, how they forgave themselves, and the reminders they rely on to remember that our past doesn’t ever define who we are. Lastly, they discuss the silver lining to our mistakes and how to find strength to move through it.Follow us @MichelleMaros and @Peaceful_Barb and share your experiences with us @BarbKnowsBestPod or at www.michellemaros.com/podcast.Episode Notes:Mistakes en...2023-08-011h 01
Life Happens with Barb & MichelleEp. 72 - Our Thoughts on Body PositivityIn this episode, Barb and Michelle dive into the vulnerable topic of body positivity, and how ultimately we can cultivate a feeling of love and acceptance for the bodies we live in. Follow us @MichelleMaros and @Peaceful_Barb and share your experiences with us @BarbKnowsBestPod or at www.michellemaros.com/podcast.Episode Notes:Body affirmations to help overcome those negative thoughts regarding our body image:I love/accept/care myself just as I am.I am worthy of love and care just as I am.I am more than enough.I deserve love, respect a...2023-07-041h 04
Life Happens with Barb & MichelleEp. 71 - How We Manage ExpectationsThis week, Barb and Michelle discuss expectations, how they manage them, and how we can start to differentiate between realistic and unrealistic. As always, they share personal stories and tangible, easy to implement tips, and much more. Follow us @MichelleMaros and @Peaceful_Barb and share your experiences with us @BarbKnowsBestPod or at www.michellemaros.com/podcast.Episode Notes:Tips to Managing ExpectationsBe centered and present. Let go. Accept.Find joy in whatever comes to you. Learn. Be open to the possibility of the what if?References Mentioned in Today’s Podcast:Start C...2023-06-2752 min
Life Happens with Barb & MichelleEp. 70 - How We Manage DisrespectThis week, Barb and Michelle discuss the influx of disrespectful behavior, why we think this is happening, and how we can all start to live from a place of respect and kindness. Plus, Barb and Michelle give out seven helpful responses for dealing with disrespect. Follow us @MichelleMaros and @Peaceful_Barb and share your experiences with us @BarbKnowsBestPod or at www.michellemaros.com/podcast.Episode Notes: 7 Things You Can Say When Confronted with Disrespect:It sounds like you didn’t intend to hurt me but this is how I feel. If you start yelling at me...2023-06-2056 min
Life Happens with Barb & MichelleEp. 69 - The Importance of Setting IntentionsIn this week’s episode, Barb and Michelle discuss the powerful practice of setting intentions, how to choose intention, and the benefits that come when we live life aligned with our intentions. Follow us @MichelleMaros and @Peaceful_Barb and share your experiences with us @BarbKnowsBestPod or at www.michellemaros.com/podcast.Episode Notes:Intention is information that you can uncover by connecting with yourself and your intuition.Intention guides us where to place our focus, how to stay present and where your priorities are.When trying to tap into what you val...2023-06-1345 min
Life Happens with Barb & MichelleEp. 68 - Steps to Starting AgainIn this week’s episode, Barb and Michelle discuss the changing of the seasons and how we can follow nature’s lead in learning to make changes in our lives. We know how hard it can be to make that first step, in this episode you will learn some simple practices to help you find your way to making meaningful, lasting change. Follow us @MichelleMaros and @Peaceful_Barb and share your experiences with us @BarbKnowsBestPod or at www.michellemaros.com/podcast.Episode Notes: Helpful Practices for Starting a New ChapterTake note of how you ar...2023-06-061h 01
Life Happens with Barb & MichelleEp. 67 - What Makes An Apology Real?In this week’s episode, Barb and Michelle tackle the topic of apologies, and how to spot the difference between a real one, and a fake one. They also distinguish between apologizing and making amends and which practice is more powerful in mending relationships. Follow us @MichelleMaros and @Peaceful_Barb and share your experiences with us @BarbKnowsBestPod or at www.michellemaros.com/podcast.Episode Notes:Here is a quick overview of what IS NOT an apology:I am sorry but….I apologize if what happened upset you…..I regret that happened…..I apologize if you….A...2023-05-301h 00
Life Happens with Barb & MichelleEp. 65 - Life Lessons From Barb - Part 2In part two of their conversation, Barb and Michelle disclose the second half of their list of life lessons from Barb! Recording this episode was a favorite for them both, as they loved sharing their personal stories, insights, and takeaways. Follow us @MichelleMaros and @Peaceful_Barb and share your experiences with us @BarbKnowsBestPod or at www.michellemaros.com/podcast. Episode Notes:The Top Lessons Michelle Learned from BarbYou can’t control anything in the outside world, but you can control your reaction to it. Never do anything if you are hungry, angry, lonely or tir...2023-05-1657 min
Life Happens with Barb & MichelleEp. 64 - Lessons Learned From Barb - Part 1This week, Michelle shares her favorite life lessons she learned from having Barb as her mom! Learn personal stories, vulnerable shares, and life changing insights. Follow us @MichelleMaros and @Peaceful_Barb and share your experiences with us @BarbKnowsBestPod or at www.michellemaros.com/podcast.Episode Notes:The Top Lessons Michelle Learned from Barb You can’t control anything in the outside world, but you can control your reaction to it. Never do anything if you are hungry, angry, lonely or tired (HALT). Just pause and ask yourself: Are you hungry? Are you Angry? Are you l...2023-05-0955 min
Life Happens with Barb & MichelleEp. 62 - Learning to Let Go: Part 2This week, Barb and Michelle continue their conversation from the week before, discussing the topic of letting go, moving on, and finding peace. It can be challenging for all of us to find closure when we don’t get the apology or validation that we feel we are owed. Luckily, we don’t need the external world to give us permission to be free. Follow us @MichelleMaros and @Peaceful_Barb and share your experiences with us @BarbKnowsBestPod or at www.michellemaros.com/podcast.Episode Notes:Helpful Steps to Guide You in Your Practice of Acceptance:Kno...2023-04-251h 09
Life Happens with Barb & MichelleEp. 60 - Michelle’s Favorite Lesson She’s Learned in 2023In this week’s episode, Barb and Michelle get personal and vulnerable with lessons they’ve learned so far in 2023 and how they’ve impacted their mindset in life. Follow us @MichelleMaros and @Peaceful_Barb and share your experiences with us @BarbKnowsBestPod or at www.michellemaros.com/podcast.Episode Notes:We cannot control anything in the outside world. We cannot control what people think of us. But we can control our own actions and reactions.Becoming the villain in someone’s story is allowing yourself to accept their feelings for something they believe you did...2023-04-1155 min
Life Happens with Barb & MichelleEp. 59 - The Art of the PivotIn this week’s episode, Barb and Michelle discuss how, when, and why to make those big life choices. It can be a challenge to know when to make a shift, but as we know, life is a journey not a destination. Barb and Michelle share personal stories and real-life situations that inspired them to make life changes with confidence and grace. Follow us @MichelleMaros and @Peaceful_Barb and share your experiences with us @BarbKnowsBestPod or at www.michellemaros.com/podcast.Episode Notes:The greatest hindrance to change is not being connected to one’s self...2023-04-0455 min
Life Happens with Barb & MichelleEp. 58 - How We Manage DisappointmentThis week, Barb and Michelle tackle the difficult topic of disappointment and how they manage it. We know how hard it is to feel rejected and like life doesn't have your back. In this episode, we discuss how to manage disappointment, rejection, and trusting the timing of life. Follow us @MichelleMaros and @Peaceful_Barb and share your experiences with us @BarbKnowsBestPod or at www.michellemaros.com/podcast.Episode Notes:Reminders to help us reframe our feelings of rejection and disappointment:Remember to keep the faith. Remember that rejection isn’t personal. No one has the p...2023-03-2856 min
Life Happens with Barb & MichelleEp. 57 - Reading for Inspiration Part 2Join Barb and Michelle for part 2 of their conversation about their favorite inspirational reads. They had so much to say, and so many books to share they needed more than one episode! Follow us @MichelleMaros and @Peaceful_Barb and share your experiences with us @BarbKnowsBestPod or at www.michellemaros.com/podcast.Episode Notes:Seek inspiration from a person but keep your own unique path.Barb’s Favorite Memoir:Finding Me by Viola DavisBarb’s Favorite Re-read:Letters to a Young Poet by Rainer Maria RilkeBarb’s Favorite Book to...2023-03-2159 min
Life Happens with Barb & MichelleEp. 56 – Barb Knows Best Book ClubIn this week’s long awaited episode, Barb and Michelle dive into their favorite inspirational reads. Book recommendations are one of the most commonly asked questions, so we are thrilled to share the books that have gotten us through so much in life. Follow us @MichelleMaros and @Peaceful_Barb and share your experiences with us @BarbKnowsBestPod or at www.michellemaros.com/podcast.Episode Notes:Reading can help you find your mentors and inspirational advisors.Barb’s first book out of treatment:The Road Less Traveled by M. Scott PeckBarb’s first i...2023-03-1459 min
Life Happens with Barb & MichelleEp. 55 - Releasing CodependencyIn this week’s episode, Barb and Michelle talk about one of their favorite books, Codependent No More by Melody Beattie, and how it’s teaching and insights helped them to release codependent relationships. Follow us @MichelleMaros and @Peaceful_Barb and share your experiences with us @BarbKnowsBestPod or at www.michellemaros.com/podcast.Episode Notes:Codependency is a dysfunctional relationship dynamic where one person assumes the role of “the giver,” sacrificing their own needs and well-being for the sake of the other, “the taker.’Red Flags of Codependency:Putting the other person’s needs above...2023-03-071h 04
Life Happens with Barb & MichelleEp. 54 - Friendship BreakupsThis week, Barb and Michelle dive into the sensitive and sometimes tricky topic of breakups…friendship breakups! It’s common for us to discuss overcoming heartbreak in romantic relationships, but what can we do to move on and heal from an estranged friendship? Barb and Michelle share vulnerable stories and examples from their lives on lessons learned from friendship breakups, and more! Follow us @MichelleMaros and @Peaceful_Barb and share your experiences with us @BarbKnowsBestPod or at www.michellemaros.com/podcast.Episode Notes:Loyalty is a feeling of understanding and grace rather than an action. It’s a pe...2023-02-2859 min
Life Happens with Barb & MichelleEp. 53 - Release This Habit to Cultivate More JoyIn this week’s episode, Barb and Michelle discuss the habit they consider to be the biggest hindrance to happiness and joy: comparison. Learn reminders and simple boundaries you can set with yourself to begin to release the need to compete and compare and find more peace from within. Follow us @MichelleMaros and @Peaceful_Barb and share your experiences with us @BarbKnowsBestPod or at www.michellemaros.com/podcast.Episode Notes:Reminders to help when we get into comparative thinkingYour path is your own.You are where you need to be in this moment.You...2023-02-2100 min
Life Happens with Barb & MichelleEp. 48 - Looking for the Green FlagsIn this week’s episode, Barb and Michelle discuss the often overlooked “green flags” in life. We so often keep an eye out for the common “red flags” in life, but what are the good things to look for? Learn the foundational healthy traits of green flags and some underrated green flags to look out for! Follow us @MichelleMaros and @Peaceful_Barb and share your experiences with us @BarbKnowsBestPod or at www.michellemaros.com/podcast.Episode Notes:The foundation of green flags that are healthy traits of feeling safe and supported:1. Clear...2023-01-1748 min
Life Happens with Barb & MichelleEp. 44 - What We Learned From GaslightingThis week, Barb and Michelle discuss Merriam-Webster’s word of the year for 2022: gaslighting! According to Merriam-Webster, searches for gaslighting were up 174% during the course of the year. In this conversation, Barb and Michelle dive into their personal stories of being gaslit, lessons they learned, and how we can start to spot the signs of a gaslighting manipulation early on.Follow us @MichelleMaros and @Peaceful_Barb and share your experiences with us @BarbKnowsBestPod or at www.michellemaros.com/podcast.Episode Notes:Gaslighting - A psychological manipulation of a person usually over an extended pe...2022-12-201h 01
Life Happens with Barb & MichelleEp. 42 - Releasing Self-DoubtThis week, Barb and Michelle talk about their personal journeys with self-doubt and how they cultivate confidence, clarity, and inner peace. Follow us @MichelleMaros and @Peaceful_Barb and share your experiences with us @BarbKnowsBestPod or at www.michellemaros.com/podcast.Episode Notes:When feeling doubt, pause and don’t ignore it. Feel the feelings of the doubt and to determine your next action. Tips to Understanding Self-Doubt:Acknowledge your accomplishments.Remember the things that you are good at so you can build the confidence you need in the next step of your jou...2022-12-0648 min
Life Happens with Barb & MichelleEp. 41 - Holiday Q&A with Barb and MichelleThis week is another special episode, where Barb and Michelle are answering your biggest holiday questions and more! Follow us @MichelleMaros and @Peaceful_Barb and share your experiences with us @BarbKnowsBestPod or at www.michellemaros.com/podcast.Episode Notes:Set an intention for how you want to feel about the holiday time.Learn how to communicate your needs so that you are heard.Learn how to listen to what other people's needs are in a way so that you are truly listening to what it is that they need.Set your boundaries before the event occurs...2022-11-2958 min
Life Happens with Barb & MichelleEp. 39 – A Reminder of Your WorthinessIn this week’s episode, Barb and Michelle discuss the concept of worthiness, how they think we lose it, and what we think people get wrong about it, and of course, how to tap back into it! Follow us @MichelleMaros and @Peaceful_Barb and share your experiences with us @BarbKnowsBestPod or at www.michellemaros.com/podcast.Episode Notes:Simple practices to help us release the feelings of unworthiness:Notice your feelings. What is happening to make you feel unworthy?Pinpoint moments in the past that created these beliefs of unworthiness and tell yourself that is...2022-11-1554 min
Life Happens with Barb & MichelleEp. 38 - How We Heal with Alex ElleIn this week’s episode, Barb and Michelle host their very first guest, their dear friend Alex Elle! In an open and honest conversation about healing, Barb, Michelle, and Alex discuss their personal journeys, inspiration, and Alex’s new book, How We Heal.Follow us @MichelleMaros and @Peaceful_Barb and share your experiences with us @BarbKnowsBestPod or at www.michellemaros.com/podcast.Episode Notes:How do you define healing?Healing is an act of community care and community service. When we heal ourselves we heal each other.Healing is an act of radi...2022-11-0856 min
Life Happens with Barb & MichelleEp. 36 - Battling BurnoutThis week’s episode of the podcast tackles the much requested topic of battling burnout! We’ve all been through so much over these past few years and it can feel like we are constantly living life on empty. Barb and Michelle discuss practical ways to fill up your cup, add more balance to life, and recharge your batteries. Follow us @MichelleMaros and @Peaceful_Barb and share your experiences with us @BarbKnowsBestPod or at www.michellemaros.com/podcast.Episode Notes:Show self-compassion as you become aware of burnout and work towards overcoming it. Be...2022-10-2559 min
Life Happens with Barb & MichelleEp. 33 - Picking Your BattlesIn this week’s episode, Barb and Michelle tackle how to know when to fight and when to let things go. It can feel so easy to jump into every battle that comes our way, but when we do this, we often feel overwhelmed, overworked, and anxiety ridden. Learn how Barb and Michelle discern where they place their energy. Follow us @MichelleMaros and @Peaceful_Barb and share your experiences with us @BarbKnowsBestPod or at www.michellemaros.com/podcast.Episode Notes:A trigger is a stimulus that elicits a reaction. In the context of mental illness, "tr...2022-10-0458 min
Life Happens with Barb & MichelleEp. 32 - It’s Okay to Be Single!In this week’s episode, Barb and Michelle get vulnerable again with a discussion on relationships, marriage, and being single in your 30’s. We all feel the societal pressure to tick all the boxes and live up to expectations. In this conversation, we’ll dive into how we both have been letting this pressure go, and how to live life, on your own terms.Follow us @MichelleMaros and @Peaceful_Barb and share your experiences with us @BarbKnowsBestPod or at www.michellemaros.com/podcast.Episode Notes:The relationship that we have with ourselves is the mo...2022-09-2758 min
Life Happens with Barb & MichelleEp. 29 - Making Confident DecisionsIn this week’s episode, Barb and Michelle discuss the pesky issue of indecision and how they both have worked to overcome it. You’ll hear personal stories and tangible tools to feel more confident and at ease with the decision making process. Follow us @MichelleMaros and @Peaceful_Barb and share your experiences with us @BarbKnowsBestPod or at www.michellemaros.com/podcast.Episode Notes:The root of indecision is fear and not trusting yourself.Connect with yourself. Be aware and mindful of what’s up for you.If you're stuck in an indecision and you don't know w...2022-09-061h 00
Life Happens with Barb & MichelleEp. 23 - Q&A with Barb and MichelleIn this week’s episode, Barb and Michelle switch it up and answer your questions! We are so grateful to everyone who sent in questions, and we loved answering them! The most hot topic questions are on dealing with narcissists, more on our personal story, and more of our thoughts on managing grief!Follow us @MichelleMaros and @Peaceful_Barb and share your experiences with us @BarbKnowsBestPod or at www.michellemaros.com/podcast. Resources Mentioned in Today’s Podcast:Barb’s favorite booksMan ‘s Search For Meaning by Vicktor FranklWhen Things Fall Apart by...2022-07-261h 00
Life Happens with Barb & MichelleEp. 20 - The Company We KeepIn this week’s episode of the pod, Barb and Michelle discuss the old adage “you are the company that you keep”. Learn how Barb and Michelle think is the best way to cultivate meaningful, aligned relationships as well as being the example for the people in your life. Follow us @MichelleMaros and @Peaceful_Barb and share your experiences with us @BarbKnowsBestPod or at www.michellemaros.com/podcast.Episode Notes:Emotional contagion refers to a phenomenon of an automatic adoption of an emotional state of another person. We, as humans, have a natural tendency to mimi...2022-07-0553 min
Life Happens with Barb & MichelleEp. 17 - Why Multitasking Isn’t It, Part 1We live in a world that pushes us towards doing many tasks at once, for the sake of productivity and efficiency. In this week’s episode, Barb and Michelle talk about why multitasking might not be as beneficial to us as we are made to believe, and challenges us all to start being singularly focused on tasks in our lives.Follow us @MichelleMaros and @Peaceful_Barb and share your experiences with us @BarbKnowsBestPod or at www.michellemaros.com/podcast. Episode Notes:Being mindful and present is a training of the mind. Find one place in...2022-06-1451 min
Life Happens with Barb & MichelleEp. 15 - Noticing Unhealthy HabitsIn this week’s episode, for the first time, Michelle shares her journey to sobriety and recognizing the toxic patterns and habits in her life that stemmed from drinking. Barb and Michelle share their personal stories and histories of addiction, dysfunction, and making the choice to make a change. Follow us @MichelleMaros and @Peaceful_Barb and share your experiences with us @BarbKnowsBestPod or at www.michellemaros.com/podcast. Episode Notes:Notice where your “line” is. Know what it means to cross the line.Toxic patterns stem from crossing the line, addictive habits stem lin...2022-05-311h 01
Life Happens with Barb & MichelleEp. 14 - Saying No With ConfidenceSometimes the most difficult thing we can do is say no. Many of us avoid saying no for fear of disappointing, hurting, or pushing away others, but how often does this lead us to say yes to others and no to ourselves? In this week’s episode, Barb and Michelle talk about how to say no with confidence, as a highest form of self-care. Follow us @MichelleMaros and @Peaceful_Barb and share your experiences with us @BarbKnowsBestPod or at www.michellemaros.com/podcast. Episode Notes: Self-love is an ability that we can cultivate. Identify what's t...2022-05-2451 min
Life Happens with Barb & MichelleEp. 13 - The Root of Rejection & How to Manage ItIn this week’s episode, Barb and Michelle dive into the often painful topic of rejection. Many of us live our lives trying to avoid being rejected at all costs. In this episode, we’ll talk about how to reframe rejection and remember that it’s not rejection, it’s redirection. Follow us @MichelleMaros and @Peaceful_Barb and share your experiences with us @BarbKnowsBestPod or at www.michellemaros.com/podcast. Episode Notes:Ask yourself important questions and get in touch with your emotions. Don’t beat yourself up, cultivate that self-compassion.Try to see the situation...2022-05-171h 00
Life Happens with Barb & MichelleEp. 12 - Becoming Your Own Best FriendWe spend so much time trying to cultivate and perfect relationships in our lives, but so often we push aside the relationship we have with ourselves. In this week’s episode, Barb and Michelle talk about how they both started to establish a strong foundation within, why that even matters, and how it impacts every other aspect of life. Follow us @MichelleMaros and @Peaceful_Barb and share your experiences with us @BarbKnowsBestPod or at www.michellemaros.com/podcast. Episode Notes:The relationship you have yourself is the most important relationship you will have in...2022-05-1054 min
Life Happens with Barb & MichelleEp. 11 - Living With Grief - Part 2In part two of Barb and Michelle’s take on grief, learn the one common piece of advice that didn’t resonate, and some of the biggest lessons we’ve learned when living with grief. This episode will dive into how we can transform our relationship with grief and learn to ride the waves. Follow us @MichelleMaros and @Peaceful_Barb and share your experiences with us @BarbKnowsBestPod or at www.michellemaros.com/podcast. Episode Notes:Grief and death are the teacher.Accepting that life will never be what it was before, it will take a different form. H...2022-05-0359 min
Life Happens with Barb & MichelleEp. 10 - How We Manage Grief - Part 1In this two-part series, Barb and Michelle open up about their personal experiences with grief and loss. Michelle opens up about the unexpected loss of her dad, and the lessons she learned from her grief, while Barb shares her recent experience of loss and how she is processing it in real-time. Follow us @MichelleMaros and @Peaceful_Barb and share your experiences with us @BarbKnowsBestPod or at ww.michellemaros.com/podcast. Episode Notes: Allow yourself the moment to grieve. Be in your feelings. Don’t put yourself on a timeline to feel your grief. Don’t be embarra...2022-04-2656 min
Life Happens with Barb & MichelleEp. 9 - It’s Good to Be You!One of the most common topics we get asked about is how to cultivate confidence. We all want to feel good in our own skin and know that we hold power and meaning in this world. In this week’s episode, Barb and Michelle discuss their own journeys to feeling confident, how to “fake it til you make it” and things to remember in the journey to knowing that you’re perfect exactly as you are.Follow us @MichelleMaros and @Peaceful_Barb and share your experiences with us @BarbKnowsBestPod or at www.michellemaros.com/podcast. Episode No...2022-04-1951 min
Life Happens with Barb & MichelleEp. 8 - Breaking Up Is Hard To DoWe all know the pain of a difficult romantic break-up, but there’s nothing that stings like a friendship gone south. In this week’s episode, Barb and Michelle share their personal stories of friendship break-ups and even how they overcame a heartbreaking ghosting from a close friend.Learn the lessons they’ve learned from the ending of a friendship, and a reminder that it doesn’t make us any less worthy of love and support. Follow us @MichelleMaros and @Peaceful_Barb and share your experiences with us @BarbKnowsBestPod or at www.michellemaros.com/podcast. Epis...2022-04-1246 min
Life Happens with Barb & MichelleEp. 7 - Finding Your PracticeWe hear all the time from listeners that they want to start to incorporate mindfulness practices into their lives, but are unsure where or how to start. In this week’s episode, Barb and Michelle dive into how to find your practice, and practice it! They break down the myths and stigmas of what it means to practice mindfulness and help you to better understand how these meaningful tools can be woven into your life.Follow us @MichelleMaros and @Peaceful_Barb and share your experiences with us @BarbKnowsBestPod or at www.michellemaros.com/podcast. Episode Note...2022-04-0550 min
Life Happens with Barb & MichelleEp. 6 - The Habit of People PleasingJust as Mary Oliver said, we have one wild and precious life. How much of that life do we spend agonizing over pleasing others, and oftentimes, at the expense of our own happiness and joy?In this week’s episode, Barb and Michelle tackle the habit of people pleasing, why so many of us fall into this habit, and how we can start to lovingly change gears. Barb and Michelle will give tips and tools on how you can care for yourself, while caring for the people in your life. Follow us @MichelleMaros and @Peaceful_Barb and sha...2022-03-2943 min
Life Happens with Barb & MichelleEp. 5 - It's The Little ThingsIn this week’s episode, Barb and Michelle differentiate between happiness and joy, and how we can start to cultivate both, even during difficult times. With so much happening in the world around us, it’s easy to believe that happiness is out of reach. In this episode, Barb and Michelle talk about how to identify what brings us joy and how to release the guilt in doing so. Follow us @MichelleMaros and @Peaceful_Barb and share your experiences with us @BarbKnowsBestPod or at www.michellemaros.com/podcast.Episode Notes:Happiness comes from within.Guilt is a useless...2022-03-2249 min
Life Happens with Barb & MichelleEp. 4 - It's Not PersonalAre you someone who internalizes the actions and words of other people? Do you find yourself taking things very personally? If so, you’re not alone! It’s common to feel sensitive about what other people do, especially in how it relates to us. In this week’s episode, Michelle and Barb dive into how we can start to not take what people do personally, and find freedom in doing so. Follow us @MichelleMaros and @Peaceful_Barb and share your experiences with us @BarbKnowsBestPod or at www.michellemaros.com/podcast.Episode Notes:What is Triggered? - Triggered me...2022-03-1541 min
Life Happens with Barb & MichelleEp. 3 - Your Body is Your HomeWe’ve all felt the pressure and expectation of body image and diet culture. If we want to create changes in any aspect of our lives, it must start with us. In this week's episode, Barb and Michelle dive into body shaming and the language we use around speaking about each other's bodies. Barb vulnerably shares her own story and struggles with eating disorders, and her path to recovery.Follow @MichelleMaros and @Peaceful_Barb and share your experiences with us @BarbKnowsBestPod or at www.michellemaros.com/podcast.Episode Notes:You are the boss of you...2022-03-0846 min
Life Happens with Barb & MichelleEp. 2 - Dealing with Difficult PeopleRelationships and how we engage with the people around us can be some of the most challenging lessons and opportunities in life. Lately, we all have felt the strain on interacting with people, and managing the unnecessary stress that difficult conversations can bring. People can be challenging and push our buttons, this happens to all of us.In this week's episode, Barb and Michelle guide us through ways to identify who those difficult people are and how you can manage your relationships with them and also learn how to tap in if you might be the difficult...2022-03-0133 min
Life Happens with Barb & MichelleEp. 1 - Let's Get Into ItLife can feel stressful and overwhelming. We all struggle from time-to-time and we are here to help you feel less alone, and maybe give you some tools to guide you through the tough stuff. Barb Knows Best hosts Barb Schmidt and Michelle Maros, a mother-daughter team, are here to invite you into this living room-style chat about life, happiness, and everything in between.Barb and Michelle are the founders of the non-profit, Peaceful Mind Peaceful Life, which is dedicated to furthering ginner peace and wellness by educating and inspiring individuals. Barb and Michelle have started this podcast...2022-02-2226 min