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This week, I’m thrilled to have Mary Van Geffen, a fantastic parenting coach for moms of spicy ones. Join us as we both share our motherhood journey with spicy kids and Mary shares her secrets for handling those wonderfully “spicy” kids who bring a splash(or a tidal wave) of boldness and emotion to family life. If you’ve ever felt like your child’s fiery spirit is a bit more than you bargained for, this episode is packed with insights just for you.

🌶️ Embracing Your “Spicy” Child: Mary dives into how to really get to know and appreciate your spirited child’s unique traits. Learn how to turn their intense emotions and independence into strengths and build a positive, supportive relationship that works for both of you.

🌟 Shifting from Control to Connection: Struggling to find balance between wanting control and embracing your child’s vibrant personality? Mary helps you shift from a strict, controlling approach to one that’s more gentle and understanding, all while steering clear of being overly permissive. Discover how to manage conflicts with empathy and create a family vibe that’s both peaceful and powerful.

💔 Tackling Mom Guilt and Inner Critic: We all know that “mom guilt” and that pesky inner critic can be relentless. Mary and I about how to set emotional and practical boundaries, prioritize self-care, and give yourself grace. These tips are all about helping you feel grounded and enjoy your parenting journey more.

🔧 Everyday Tips for Busy Moms: From handling morning meltdowns to dealing with outside pressures, Mary’s got you covered with practical strategies. Find out how to recognize the value of your efforts and tackle daily challenges with confidence and a smile.

💬 Join the Fun: Don’t miss this heart-to-heart that acknowledges the ups and downs of motherhood and celebrates your strength. If you enjoy this episode, subscribe, leave a review, and share it with fellow moms who could use a little extra support.

May you and your spicy ones know that you make the world a better place.

About Mary:
Mary Van Geffen is the international parenting coach for moms of Spicy OnesTM️. She helps people who are highly competent in life but overwhelmed by motherhood to lean into the spiritual discipline of staying calm and cultivating warmth and tenderness all while trying to
wrangle fiery future CEOs. Often this requires serious skill-building and the balm of self-compassion. Mary has a ministry on Instagram where she posts an inspiring parenting tip every single day. Just reading her social media will help you delight in your child and remember that you are enough. Mary believes that when a mom realizes how hard she is on herself and cracks the door open for some self-compassion, her entire family is bathed in light! She offers on-line parenting classes and her signature 8 week group program: Moms of Spicy Ones to help moms gain the confidence to choose gentle, respectful parenting especially if they weren’t raised that way.
Mary is a certified Simplicity Parenting Counselor® and Professional Co-Active Coach, but her greatest achievement is cultivating a calm, kind and firm relationship with her Spicy go-getter daughter (now 18), mild child son (16) and un-Enneagramable hubby.
Where to connect: Moms of Spicy Ones® group coaching program.
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It's not that other people's opinions are none of our business- it's that they are outside our realm of responsibility. The missing piece to healing people pleasing is not having a hardened heart- it's discernment.

On this episode of the Motherhood Mentor Podcast, I am unpacking the vital role of genuine mentorship and feedback in fostering personal growth. I dive into how to discern valuable advice from those who have earned the right to speak into our lives, moving beyond mere content consumption to build impactful, relational learning experiences. Through personal stories and insights, we'll explore the journey from people-pleasing to setting healthy boundaries and aligning our actions with our core values.

I also share the transformative power of community and relationships, especially for women. You'll hear about the importance of borrowing belief from trusted mentors and friends to see hidden strengths and potential.

You also get to hear about Nourish Mentorship, a group dedicated to somatic healing and growth, aimed at empowering women leaders with tools to embody their full potential. This episode promises to provide valuable insights on fostering deeper self-trust and building more meaningful relationships. Don't miss this chance to transform your perspective on mentorship and feedback- Doors to enrollment for Nourished Mentorship are open - register today!

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🎙️ Episode Overview: In this inspiring episode of the Motherhood Mentor Podcast, we sit down with Samantha Hawley, a single mom and journaling enthusiast, to explore how journaling can be a game-changer for managing the emotional ups and downs of motherhood.

📝 Journaling Through the Storm: Samantha shares her personal journey of using journaling as a powerful tool to navigate the emotional challenges of parenting, especially after her divorce. She reveals how writing has helped her process intense emotions and offers valuable insights for other moms seeking a similar path to emotional clarity.

🌪️ Handling Emotional Overwhelm: We delve into the complexities of emotional parenting, addressing the overwhelming feelings that come with balancing responsibilities and children’s needs. Samantha provides practical advice on creating reset rituals, setting boundaries, and fostering self-awareness to better manage emotional stress.

👩‍👧‍👦 Embracing Emotional Expression: Learn about the natural ways children express emotions versus how adults might suppress them. Samantha highlights strategies for fostering healthier emotional dynamics within the family and shares techniques like movement, breath work, and visualization to support emotional regulation.

💡 Practical Tips for Moms: From setting boundaries to managing unexpected toddler responses, Samantha’s advice is filled with actionable tools to help mothers reclaim their sense of self and improve their emotional well-being. Whether you’re dealing with intense meltdowns or looking for ways to boost self-care, this episode is packed with empowering strategies.

🔗 Stay Connected: Don’t miss out on future episodes! Subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with other moms who could benefit from Samantha’s insights. Connect with us on social media and tag @themotherhoodmentor to share your experiences and thoughts.

About Samantha:

Samantha is a Journal Coach who's experienced many life transitions that accompany big emotions. Everything from moving 8 times in 10 years, going through pregnancy & new mom life, getting divorced, and feeling complacent and unfulfilled in her Corporate job. She didn't feel safe opening up about her big feelings anywhere except her journal.

A beautiful thing transpired after she began writing: she discovered her voice, elevated her self worth & started living her life more intentionally. Now, she coaches her clients who are also going through transitions how to create the same level of awareness, inner peace & 'untethered joy' in their own lives through journaling. They learn to create a habit out of journaling so that they can always feel validated, hopeful & identify the next step as their life unfolds.

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