Ask Your Mother

This episode comes as a result of feedback I've received from a previous show on domestic violence. Since this topic clearly struck a chord with many listeners, today's conversation is a great follow-up. Join us to learn more! Mira Denning is the founder of Stronger Than Silence, an organization that means to end the stigma around domestic violence and help survivors share their stories to pull ba...

Many people struggle with depression and anxiety, and we don't know how to help them. We don't know how to help because depression and anxiety don't have a characteristic "look." Sadly, people who seem to "have it all together" and are "full of fun" are sometimes in a deep, dark pit on the inside. It takes courage to acknowledge the depression and ask for help, and their story can be beautiful, ho...

This episode is prompted by two things: my binge-watching of Maid , a Netflix show that takes a look at the nuances of domestic violence, and the recent Gabby Petito case. There are so many misconceptions and misunderstandings around domestic violence, and it's always puzzling to me how many men and women don't know what a healthy relationship looks like.   It's just me today, talking about my tho...

Are you feeling anxious in these uncertain times? Most of us would admit to some level of anxiety during this pandemic, but how do we acknowledge the feelings and learn the coping skills we need to manage? Today's show comes to the rescue with practical advice from an expert. Join us to learn more! Kayla Chorley is a licensed therapist in Alberta, Canada. As a high school teacher, she's not only a...

Grief is a process that everyone goes through in their own way and on their own timetable, and it comes to us in many shapes and sizes.   Today's discussion focuses on grief in the context of non-death losses, which can still seize our hearts. I'm going solo today in sharing about two specific kinds of grief that I'm experiencing. Join me. Show Highlights: How I'm grieving over losing my beloved G...

Having these conversations about the awkward, scary, and uncomfortable parenting moments always leads to change for the better. Such is the case for today's timely episode. As I just dropped off my college freshman at her dorm, I've trudged through the muddy waters of the college process. We all try to get through it with our self-esteem, sanity, and the relationship with our kids intact. It's nor...

This show is all about having messy and sometimes uncomfortable conversations so that we can better understand each other. This conversation scared me a little bit and challenged some ideas that I had. I think much of my fear of having this conversation stems from potential judgment by listeners. However, I always leave these scary conversations more enlightened and empathetic for how others choos...

So many times as Moms we have thoughts and emotions that we can't share with anyone else. We feel like if someone else knew what was really going on with us, they would take our children away.  The reality is that so many of the feelings of rage, thoughts of guilt and grieving that we experience are very common. Once we say these secret things out loud, we can begin to get the help we need. Today'...

Most of us try to avoid uncomfortable conversations and confrontation as much as possible. However, having difficult conversations is necessary for sustainable and healthy relationships, especially with our children. In this episode, Cristie shares the top 5 steps to successfully have an explicit conversation with your child. She gives tips on how to navigate bringing up difficult topics, setting...

Let's face it, we're living in a weird time that we don't exactly have the right label for. We're not really getting back to normal. But we are emerging from quarantine and the heavy pandemic lock downs, but we still aren't back to normal. Our family has had kids with different school schedules and some have done really well and some have really missed the socialization of school and regular activ...

Todays guests, Barb Hazelton and Jo Briggs, are the Founders of The Single Process, a YouTube series and podcast about the in's and out's of divorce. Whether or not you've been divorced or you're contemplating it, this conversation is full of insight as to what life after divorce is like, how to navigate the process, as well as co-parenting. Barb and Jo share things they wish they knew, how to rel...

Thien Kim Lam is unafraid to have uncomfortable conversations about sex. She's not your typical romance writer because she's focused on empowering women to enjoy sex and pleasure for themselves. Thien learned a lot as a sex toy sales consultant and eventually she realized that so many issues were with female sexuality were universal and they needed to be addressed in a positive way. She eventually...

We're ending season two and announcing some exciting changes for season three. This one's a quick listen, jam packed full of info. 

Keela Fowler from eightyfive beauty is back but this time we're not talking about the beauty industry. Instead, in this episode, we're just two girls talking about living your life and chasing your dreams in the sometimes thick fog of loss. Keela and I have both lost our moms. And today we want to talk about it. We hope you'll join us. 

Mind Body is a phrase thrown around a lot these days but what does it really mean. Today, as a follow up to your questions about therapy, Cristie further explains the relevance of the mind-body connection in the world of psychology and psychotherapy. 

Today's conversation is so rich with goodness it is hard to summarize. Satya Debenham shares her own journey from social work to intuitive coaching. She gives us tangible examples of how she learned to tune into that powerful inner voice that we often ignore or can't hear over all the outside noise. Most importantly, she has a beautifully realistic view of how to balance tuning in with being an ac...

Y'all asked so Cristie is answering. Todays' conversation will help answer the questions you all keep asking: What exactly is therapy? What can I expect when I find a counselor or social worker or psychologist to work with?

Episode 52 is for all the humans who love some makeup AND all the humans who might be intimidated by makeup and everyone in between. Keela Fowler is a makeup educator. That's her term. She is definitely an artist as well, but her passion is helping women feel good in their skin and she loves teaching how to do that. Join us as we talk about everything from how to rock a red lip, the intersection o...

Episode 51 is for the parents of kids who've grown up before their very eyes. This one is a bit self-indulgent and Cristie meanders through what it feels like to prepare for her first baby to fly away. What does it feel like to give them roots and wings? How do you survive it?

Seasonal Affective Disorder gets to many of us at this time of year, but throw in a global pandemic and this season has been even harder for many. Cristie is here to talk about what it is and what you can still do to help yourself even in the chaos of this year. 

Episode 49 has us talking about a whole bunch of stuff that's been in the news (and on TikTok) lately. What do you do when you don't have the answers? Are practicing gratitude and shifting your gaze good coping skills or toxic ways of avoiding real emotion? Listen in to get Cristie's two cents. 

Episode 48 brings Dr. Wendy Bruton of the podcast I Used to Be a Therapist, here to address a whole bunch of taboo topics! We chat about what happens when your career and identity are linked and your career changes drastically. We talk about being middle people and how it's hard to find each other among the noise of the extremes. Finally, we talk about how essential oils can work as a piece of our...

Mom influencers have been in the media and on our minds a lot lately. On this episode, Cristie addresses the line between influencer and reality and how the comparison game is one that everyone loses. 

On this episode, Becky Morrison is back to talk about how we can choose happiness and joy even when times are most difficult. This conversation is both timely and timeless in that if offers concrete ways to bring more joy into our lives, no matter what's going on outside. 

On this episode, Cristie shares how she fell into mindfulness as someone you'd least expect to have anything to do with something so "woo woo".  Now, no matter how accidental the start, it has become an integral part of her life. She also shares some tips for integrating mindful awareness into your every day.