Bold New Mom

What is happiness and how much happiness should we even expect to experience? On today's episode I talk about what I have learned in this area along with practical ways to invite more happiness into your life.

Before you set goals or resolutions, think about what your focus will be for 2016. Having a word or a short phrase can be the simple re-direction that will ensure you are taking your life in the exact direction you want. This episode will explain why having the right focus will create the results you want, and give you a head start on choosing yours as you dive into the new year.

Ever wonder why one day you feel committed to do (or stop doing) something and the next day it's so easy not to follow through? Today's episode sheds some light on what's going on, highlights just how harmful this cycle can be, and provides some simple ways to end it. Why not make this the year you find more discipline, more follow through and more joy. Come on mama. Let's do it.

It's holiday season which is beautiful and exciting and fun but often exhausting as well. Especially if you're a mom. On today's episode you'll learn some ways to generate more energy for yourself and enjoy getting more done.

Today you'll get some insight about why change, whether we invited it or not, causes so much overwhelm and frustration for many of us and what to do about it. You'll also get some insight from Gretchen Rubin about how to utilize change to create better habits and routines for yourself.

When someone comes to you with bad news, what is the appropriate thing to say? Or when you can see how a friend is keeping herself stuck, how can you help her? And what if it's your kids? Well, good news. You're probably already doing it right. Tune in to today's episode to find out why.

When you think about the future what do you think about? Or do you find yourself defining who you are and what you're capable of by evidence from your past? The future is yours for the taking and accessing it can help you create a life you love. Find out more on today's episode all about the future.

This week I talk about the present, why it is the only thing that is real, and how to experience it more fully. When we are able to be in the moment, we literally experience life more fully. It's powerful work and if sounds good but you're not sure how to actually do it, this is the episode for you.

Whether you've been through something really traumatic or had a blessed life, the things that happened in our past affect us. But only if we choose to allow them to. On today's podcast I'll teach you how to honor yourself and to take back your confidence regardless of what has happened or what you've done in the past. Don't forget to tune in next week when we talk about the present.

Today's episode is a short but powerful metaphor that might just change how you view that one thing you're afraid to let go of. Check it out.

What lies do you tell your kids? I tell a lot to mine. Find out what I mean in today's podcast.

If you liked Episode #5 about dealing with difficult family members, this episode will take you to the next level. We'll talk about when to eliminate people from your life, when to set boundaries, and how to do all of it with love, respect and authenticity for yourself and other people. You can do this.

"I don't know" seems so innocent and feels like a fact when in reality it is only a thought. Everything is figureoutable and there is no wrong choice. What if you made decisions and sought answers from that belief? In today's episode I'll give you some ways to tap into it and begin feeling confident about yourself, your life experience and your decisions.

All of us understand that being our kids' mom is the most important job we'll have on this planet. At the same time we know we'll never be perfect, so how do you gauge how you're doing? On this episode we'll talk about the importance of defining it for yourself, the power of diversifying where you receive validation from, and we'll wrap up talking about tantrums from kids (and adults) of all ages. Go get um' mama. You've got this.

Whether your marriage is one of the best parts of your life right now or one of your biggest challenges, this episode will provide you tools for not just staying married, but staying in love.