An Anti Racism Conversation Mother to Mother | Althea B

by | Dec 3, 2020 | Parenting

I sit down with Althea Branton to discuss what it is like to be black and raising a child of color in Canada where racism is a little more subtle than here in the states.

We talk about new motherhood and a bit about not knowing the outcome of the US election when we filmed this.

Althea Branton is the host & producer of the podcast “Brokenhearted“.

“Brokenhearted” explores romantic and non-romantic heartbreak by engaging in unscripted conversations about grief, pain, loss & spirituality.
Althea isn’t afraid to experience every emotion. She created this podcast to share stories with the world that need to be told. She often challenges societal beliefs about dating, relationships & spirituality.
When Althea isn’t dismantling patriarchal conditioning, she loves to create art with words, binge-watch British dramas, and eat all sorts of chocolate.
Listen to the latest episode at  anchor.fm/brokenhearted
Follow Althea on Instagram:  @altheabranton

Finding Joy in 2020 | A Chat with Calandra

by | Nov 19, 2020 | Parenting

Calandra and I sit down for a short chat on how 2020 is going, looking at how our businesses pivoted slightly when we entered lock down, how it’s harder and easier to get work done now that our family is constantly home.

Calandra is a brand strategist, designer, and visibility coach helping female entrepreneurs stand out in the online space. She is the host of the Magnetic Boss Podcast, founder of The Magnetic Boss Collective, and creator of The Magnetic Boss Membership.

 

She is passionate about helping women cultivate unique businesses that infuse fun and personality into everything they do. She teaches entrepreneurs that growing a business doesn’t have to feel hard, cookie-cutter, or forced.

Visit calandramartin.com to learn more and get connected. Follow Calandra on Facebook@calandramartin and Instagram @calandra.martin and subscribe to The Magnetic Boss Podcast on iTunes!

Finding Joy in 2020 | A Chat with Sarah about New Motherhood & Bravery

by | Nov 12, 2020 | Parenting

I chat with Sarah Spiegal, founder and owner of Samudra Studio, and discuss what it’s like to parent a toddler this year and how she has flexed her bravery muscles this year.  

Sarah Spiegel Dunn is a mama, business owner, wife, and lover of yoga. She has had a long time love of building and supporting community and enjoys creating connection and transformation for individuals and groups through classes, workshops, transformational retreats, and trainings both locally and internationally.

She is the founder and owner of Samudra Studio, community-based yoga and meditation studios in downtown Saco and Biddeford. Sarah particularly loves the process of mentoring other yoga teachers through her one on one programs and supporting them in growing their own businesses and following their dreams.

In 2016, Sarah quit her 9-5 job to open Samudra Studio in Saco, which she has grown into a thriving community since then. 

After gaving birth to her son, Sarah  has enjoyed the journey into motherhood and learning to navigate being both a thriving, successful business owner and dedicated mama. When she’s not teaching yoga or spending time with her sweet family, you’ll catch her at the beach with her fur baby, Kenobi, and enjoying the incredible community of female business owners in Biddeford and Saco.

Follow her on Facebook and Instagram.

From Cooking Classes to Pandemic Food Delivery | Chatting with Kim from NYC

by | Nov 5, 2020 | Parenting

I sat down with Kim Calichio of The Connected Chef and talked about the changes that happened for her in Queens, NYC this year, from hoping to open her first brick and mortar kitchen to pivoting to providing food to thousands of families in need in her part of the city. 

The Connected Chef works with families to use food as a way to connect with one another.

Our children’s gardening and cooking classes and individual family programs both allow us to work with clients to problem solve the struggles of parenthood and food.

The results: Kids who feel empowered to make independent & healthy food choices and develop a natural respect for their environment and community; Parents who are able to take a breath and connect with their kids instead of engaging in the ever-present struggle of mealtime.

Join our community and stay connected by following us on Facebook and Instagram.

How Do You Want the HOLIDAYS to Feel? 2020 Doesn’t have to totally suck!

by | Oct 29, 2020 | Parenting

My gorgeous virtual assistant, Lisa Presley, and I sit down and discuss holidays in 2020, Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Years and how to deal with expectations, how they might need to feel different and how to help them feel the way we want them to feel, even during a pandemic.

There are some awesome ideas in this video, so be sure to give it a listen!

Also, check out the blog we mentioned about holiday activities HERE. 

Lisa Presley is your Productivity Pixie!

She teaches online biz owners how to swoon over the details of their business.

Lisa collaborates with you to manifest the next level of your biz magic using her dark goddess skills of structure and organizational practices to support you in untangling your emotional and habitual resistance to success and expansion.

Fun Fact: Lisa’s life’s crusade is to forever live her life to the fullest! Implementing these Productivity Pixie skills in her own biz has allowed her dream to come true!

She successfully lives a balanced life where she is able to passionately serve her clients, go on adventures with her friends and family, and be present in raising her rambunctious son.

Full Time Virtual Learning in NYC | Chat with Michelle Thompson

by | Oct 22, 2020 | Parenting

Michelle and I talk about how virtual learning is going for her 16 yr old son in Harlem, NYC both this spring and now this fall. We also talk about the unexpected joys 2020 has brought.

Michelle Dionne Thompson, Ph.D., JD is the Founder and CEO of Michelle Dionne Thompson Coaching and Consulting, a primarily coaching business that works with women in law and academia to set and meet aligned goals sanely in the midst of insane industries.

A recovering lawyer and a historian, she also teaches college and is writing her first book, Jamaica’s Accompong Maroons (1838 – 1905): Retooled Resistance for Continued Existence.

Follow Michelle Here:

http://michelledionnethompson.com https://www.facebook.com/MichelleDionneThompsonLifeCoach https://www.instagram.com/mdionnethompson

Pandemic Parenting | A Conversation with a Canadian Mom

by | Oct 15, 2020 | Parenting

The fantastic Althea Branton, host of the Brokenhearted Podcast, joins us to share her experience of parenting through this pandemic. 

Althea Branton is the host & producer of the podcast “Brokenhearted“.

“Brokenhearted” explores romantic and non-romantic heartbreak by engaging in unscripted conversations about grief, pain, loss & spirituality.
Althea isn’t afraid to experience every emotion. She created this podcast to share stories with the world that need to be told. She often challenges societal beliefs about dating, relationships & spirituality.
When Althea isn’t dismantling patriarchal conditioning, she loves to create art with words, binge-watch British dramas, and eat all sorts of chocolate.
Listen to the latest episode at  anchor.fm/brokenhearted
Follow Althea on Instagram:  @altheabranton

Second Baby During a Pandemic

by | Oct 8, 2020 | Parenting

Welcome to our baby party! 

Join myself and Katie Gall as we chat about what it’s like to have a second child during this pandemic, the struggles of juggling it all, and we even touch on gender roles! 

Katie Gall helps people discover the full power of their body’s ability to achieve optimal health, create a habit of self-love, and live in harmony with their body.

 

She is a Health, Wellness and Empowerment Coach who helps people discover the full power of their body’s ability to achieve optimal health, create a habit of self-love, and live in harmony with their body.

Connect with Katie on Facebook and Instagram. 

Back to School – Virtual Learning. How is it going?

by | Oct 1, 2020 | Parenting

Amanda Lopes was already an expert at successfully managing her time as a work from home Boss, now, among the Pandemic she has decided to continue virtual learning with her twins.

Today, she shares with us how it’s going and her tips for staying sane.

Below is a picture of the white board Amanda mentions in the video.

 

Don’t forget to check out her other blogs she has shared with The Mommy Rebellion.

Stay connected with Amanda on Facebook.

 

Amanda Lopes, founder of Refocus on Being, teaches business owners how to GET SHIT DONE without losing their shit in the process. Drop all those balls they’re juggling, and regain control of their life THROUGH your business: effective systems, self-confidence, strategy and education are the KEYS to the life they want!
Through her business, she teaches a proven, no bullshit system to create and grow a successful home business they love, so they can regain control of their time and freedom. 

It Takes A Village

by | Sep 24, 2020 | Parenting

Jenn Greiner, founder of Green Thinking, supports women in embracing their emotions and in knowing they have every RIGHT to feel them.  That they DESERVE to be heard, to feel seen and supported in their community.

  • Do you feel like the perfect mom?⠀

REAL TALK…most moms don’t EVER feel perfect.⠀

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No wonder! You’re bogged down with responsibilities; keeping humans (and maybe pets) alive, trying to maintain all types of relationships, and keep food on the table!⠀

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That is A LOT to handle!⠀

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  • Do you take time for yourself amongst all these responsibilities?⠀

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Rate yourself one a scale of 1 (none whatsoever) -10 (ALL day, every day) and comment your number below!

  • Do you feel like a shitty mom because you can’t do all the things, all the time?

I want you to know that you are not alone. Take a DEEP BREATH [inhale… exhale…]
It can be so easy as a mother to feel burdened by life’s demands along with your child’s needs and to put those needs before you own.⠀

It can be difficult to take a hard, honest look at yourself to see who you are, and see who the person in the mirror REALLY is.  

 

You try to help everyone else.  Everyone doesn’t want to be fixed, they want to stay distracted, in FEAR of themselves, of who they are.  

 

Your energy is put into others for nothing, leaving you tired and more easily showing negativity towards yourself.

 

The truth is, we’re our own worst critic.

 

If you can relate, What’s Next?   What can you do with this? Are you doomed?

 

It is time to get to know yourself and truly LOVE YOU!

 

I am committed to changing this dialogue and encourage you to take care of your OWN needs first and foremost. (Because if you don’t put your own needs first, it becomes that much harder to fulfill the role of mother).⠀

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Would you love to be surrounded by other women in your shoes and receive support from a professional?⠀Are you ready to choose natural solutions?
I am so PASSIONATE about aiding you in this, that I have created a group where mothers can gather to find comfort, solitude, safety and feel (and be) seen & heard. Where you know you are not alone and you’ll have help in ANY way you need.⠀

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I invite you to join and GATHER with Green Thinking, a mental health & community support for mothers. ⠀

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Through GATHER, I provide mothers with support, education & guidance around self care, anxiety/stress and communication with themselves & in their relationships.⠀

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GATHER is a safe space for you as a mother to feel supported in your own mental health and in your own community. You’ll get together with other moms and a mental health professional for support around your own mental health, but also for your children and family system.⠀

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It takes a village. So let’s create that village together and support one another through this life long journey.⠀

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Learn more & submit your Intake Application over to my website, JGGreenThinking.com/mentalhealth

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P.S. I invite you to share with your community or share directly with any mom you know that could benefit from being a part of this group.

Jennifer Greiner began discovering her passions and areas of interest at a young age which developed through her academic career.  She has always enjoyed learning new alternative, natural methods to integrate into her own lifestyle.
In 2014 she received a graduate degree in Art Therapy and began working in the mental health field with children and families.
Through integrating essential oils into her own lifestyle, she saw her overall health & wellness increase and became eager to include these tools for her clients. She developed Green Thinking in 2016 so she could enjoy sharing methods and tools with her clients and growing community. She offers mental health counseling to address personal development goals virtually & in her office in Biddeford, Maine.

Connect with Jenn on Facebook and Instagram.