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Hello, sweet friends. This podcast is my little love project, poured straight from my heart to yours. Whether you’ve been here from the start or just found me, I’m so grateful you’re here. If there’s ever a topic you’re struggling with that I haven’t covered, please reach out—I’d love to hear from you. My email is in the show notes, and you can always DM me on Instagram. Hearing from you is my favorite part of this work.

Today, we’re talking about growing pains—the kind that stretch your heart, not just your body. When we send our missionaries out into the world, they grow—but so do we. And just like those tender moments when our babies teethed or their legs ached from growth spurts, this kind of growth is often painful. But that pain? It’s not a sign something’s wrong. It’s a sign something sacred is happening.

We’ll explore why life is about growing again and again, why struggle is part of the plan, and how both you and your missionary are becoming something more—together, even if you’re far apart. I share personal stories, the honest wrestle of letting go, and powerful reminders from Elder Oaks, President Nelson, and Elder Uchtdorf to help you reframe pain as part of your divine journey.

So take a deep breath, mama. You’re not alone. You’re becoming. And it’s holy work.

If this episode resonates with you, I’d love to hear about it. And if you’re walking through your own growing pains, remember—some blessings come soon, some come late, and some don’t come until heaven. But they do come.

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Happy Mother’s Day, my sweet friends. Today, I’m doing something I’ve never done before—sharing a bonus episode just for you.

Mother’s Day has sometimes felt more tender than joyful if you're anything like me. Maybe you’ve heard that loud, critical voice in your head reminding you of every misstep, every moment you weren’t enough. But what if today, we rebelled against that voice? What if we chose grace instead of shame?

Join me for a few deep breaths and a heartfelt reminder: you are enough, exactly as you are, right now. You don’t have to run faster than you have strength. You don’t have to earn your worthiness. And you don’t have to be perfect to be the perfect mom for your children.

In this episode, I share my own tender Mother’s Day memories with my missionaries—including a surprise bouquet all the way from Zimbabwe—and why this year, I’m inviting you to make Mother’s Day about you. Celebrate the unseen moments, the silent prayers, the way you keep showing up even when it’s hard.

Take a moment today to breathe, place your hand over your heart, and say out loud, “I am enough.” Because you are. You always have been.

Happy, peaceful, grace-filled Mother’s Day.

P.S. If you have a quiet moment today, write down how you’re feeling and a few ways you’re learning to extend grace to yourself. That’s the kind of tradition worth starting.

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Ever had the urge to email your missionary’s mission president to explain your child’s quirks, apologize for 18 years of parenting, and offer a few disclaimers? Yeah… me too.

In today’s episode, we’re lightening things up and learning to laugh at the moments that usually send us into a shame spiral. Because let’s face it—sometimes the best medicine for a panicked mom brain is a little humor, especially when the situation is really just burnt toast, not a house fire.

Here’s what we cover:

• Why our urge to explain or defend doesn’t make us crazy—it just means we love hard
• How to recognize when our nervous system is overreacting (hello, Team Hyper)
• A collection of imaginary “Dear President” letters that will make you laugh out loud in the Costco parking lot
• The power of laughter to regulate emotions and break shame’s spell
• How to tell yourself the truer story when fear kicks in
• A powerful reminder that we’re not in charge of perfecting our missionaries (thank goodness for that!)

We wrap it all up with a story from a college professor that reminds us why taking life too seriously can be dangerous—and why lightening up is sometimes the most spiritual thing we can do.

This one’s for every mom who’s ever wanted to fix, explain, or defend—and is learning to laugh instead.

✨ Bonus Challenge: Write your own “Dear President” letter (but don’t send it).

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When the house is quiet and the calendar emptier than it's ever been, loneliness can feel like a fog that won't lift. In this episode, I’m sharing my personal experience with that soul-deep ache—especially after sending off my youngest missionary and transitioning out of full-time motherhood.

We’re not talking about the kind of loneliness that a girls’ night can fix. We're talking about the kind that sneaks in during dinner-for-one, lingers in the silence, and makes you question your worth and purpose.

Here’s what we dive into:

• The difference between being alone and feeling unseen
• How loneliness is often grief in disguise
• Why naming the emotion is the first step to softening it
• How to stay onto your brain when it feeds you victim-y thoughts
• Tiny, meaningful ways to reconnect—with yourself, with God, and with others

I also share a story about fear, surgery, and a wise yoga teacher that helped me shift how I move through hard emotions. If you’re in a season of quiet, emptiness, or transition, this episode is here to remind you: you are not broken, you're not behind, and you're not alone.

✨ Book a free consult with me if you’re ready for more support.

You’re not too late. You’re exactly where you need to be.

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This episode is for the women in the middle—the ones answering emails from missionaries while navigating doctor appointments with aging parents. The ones holding everyone’s emotions, while their own heart quietly stretches and breaks.

Today we talk about how to stay anchored when life pulls you in opposite directions.

You'll learn:

• How to support your missionary without abandoning yourself
• How to love your parents without losing your sovereignty
• How to be onto your brain when it starts whispering victim-y lies

We’re not here to spiritually bypass hard things. We're here to show up, even when it’s messy. You’ll hear the mindset shift I use to avoid resentment (even during fast and testimony meeting 😉) and how to protect your energy without pretending everything is fine.

This is deep work—but it's the kind that leaves you feeling steady, empowered, and like you.

And as always, your missionary doesn’t need a perfect mom. They need a real one.
One who’s learning to live from her calm center.

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Hey friends—Michelle here.

This episode was born from a simple quote: “Never waste a good crisis.” At first, it sounds counterintuitive—maybe even insensitive. But what if it’s actually one of the most empowering invitations we’re ever given?

I’m joined again by my brother Travis, and together we unpack what happens when life flips upside down—when your missionary leaves, comes home early, struggles in the field, or when life back home brings its own heartbreaks. We talk about how disorienting those moments can be, and how they’re also doorways to growth, deeper connection, and a whole new level of understanding.

We share personal stories about our mom’s cancer diagnosis, kids leaving the Church, the emotional earthquake of dropping off a missionary—and how all of it became sacred ground for change.

If you're in the middle of something hard right now, you're not alone. Your crisis isn’t evidence something has gone wrong—it might just be the thing that opens your heart to something more.

Let’s learn how to mine the gold from the rubble, feel deeply without drowning, and become the bomb-proof horses we needed when our worlds cracked open.

In this episode:

• Why crisis moments feel so huge—and what makes them powerful
• How to emotionally support others without getting pulled under
• Navigating faith transitions, mission trauma, and emotional overwhelm
• The power of reframing your story so it heals instead of haunts

Take a breath, and let’s talk about what’s possible inside the hard.

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This week, I deeply reflect on how we grow when our missionaries do. With stories from my own life and honest moments of vulnerability, we introduce a beautiful framework to help you see your quiet transformation: the mirror, the muscle, and the message.

You’ll learn:

• How your missionary’s growth reflects places in you still unfolding
• Where you’re building emotional and spiritual strength (even when it doesn’t feel like it)
• How to listen for the gentle messages this season is whispering just to you

This episode invites you to notice the quiet miracle of who you are becoming—right alongside your missionary.

Grab a blanket, breathe deep, and let me walk with you through the beauty of your own becoming.

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You set a goal, make a plan, feel excited… and then sabotage it. Procrastination, excuses, distractions—we all do it. But why?

Why We Self-Sabotage:

💡 It’s a worthiness issue. We only allow ourselves to succeed at the level we believe we deserve.
💡 Fear keeps us small. Success brings change, and change feels risky.
💡 More effort isn’t the answer. If you don’t believe you’re worthy of good things, you’ll block them—no matter how hard you try.

For Missionary Moms:

If you’re stuck in stress and worry, ask yourself:
✨ Am I making things harder than they need to be?
✨ Do I feel guilty resting while my missionary struggles?
✨ Am I afraid that if I stop worrying, I won’t be a “good” mom?

Here’s the truth: Your peace helps them more than your stress ever will.

How to Break the Cycle:

✔ Notice the pattern without shame.
✔ Practice receiving—compliments, rest, joy.
✔ Take one small action that aligns with your worth.

Start today: Pause, breathe, and remind yourself I am worthy of good things. 💙

If this episode spoke to you, share it with another missionary mom who needs it!

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