Feelings Fitness Podcast

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Send us Fan Mail Ever feel like you're drowning in the invisible parts of motherhood that nobody talks about? That constant mental processing, emotional regulation, and anticipation of everyone's needs—it's exhausting. And yet, most of us carry this weight silently, thinking it's just part of the job. The emotional burden of motherhood goes far beyond the practical tasks we can...

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Send us Fan Mail Have you ever felt that strange paradox where grief can break your heart wide open while somehow creating space for deeper connection? That's exactly what we're exploring today. Losing my mom three years ago wasn't just about missing her physical presence—it sparked an existential crisis that made me question everything. Who am I without her? What does life mean now...

Send us Fan Mail Grief holds a strange power over time. It expands, contracts, and weaves itself into celebrations meant for joy – particularly on days like Mother's Day. For those of us navigating motherhood after losing our own mothers, the day arrives with a complex emotional landscape that few openly discuss. To anyone walking this complex path of mothering through grief, please know you&...

Send us Fan Mail Navigating the tender complexities of Mother's Day after loss is a journey no one should walk alone. As I open up about Mother's Day without my mom, you'll be invited into a space where acknowledging our feelings becomes a transformative practice, and self-care is revered. The episode takes you through a grounding exercise to calm the nervous system and a deeply per...

Send us Fan Mail The journey of grief is a path paved with unspoken words and lingering memories, a theme poignantly captured in 'Things I Wish I Told my Mother.' As I opened the pages of Susan Patterson and Susan DiLallo's moving narrative, the echoes of my own mother's absence enveloped me. The book's powerful climax mirrored an emotional rollercoaster that's all to...

Send us Fan Mail As I open the pages of my heart, revealing the scars left by the loss of my mom, this episode is a testament to the healing that comes from embracing our grief and regrets. My journey through mourning has been marked by moments of profound self-discovery, found within the sacred space of grief counseling and the introspective act of confession. The candid conversation you're...

Send us Fan Mail Embarking on a journey through the heart's deepest valleys, I find myself uncovering treasures amidst grief's shadow. In my latest exploration, I invite listeners to join me as we wade through the five stages of loss with Taylor Swift's music as our guide, reflecting the spectrum of emotions from denial to acceptance. I open my heart, sharing personal insights on st...

Send us Fan Mail As we traverse the heart-wrenching path of mourning, today's segment of Growing Through Grief exposes the raw emotions of losing my mother. My voice may tremble, but my story unfolds the agonizing steps through denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and the eventual, though reluctant, acceptance. I share the jolt of despair that gripped me upon hearing the news, the fury at m...

Send us Fan Mail Charleston, South Carolina: a tapestry of history and the backdrop to memories of a love that transcends time. Embark with me on an emotional expedition as I revisit the cobblestone memories of my late mother, reliving the cherished traditions and family milestones that continue to echo through the streets of this storied city. From the nostalgic carriage rides to the familiar red...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever clutched an object that instantly transported you back to a cherished moment with a loved one? Our latest episode in the Growing Through Grief series gently unwraps the emotional layers surrounding linking objects, those precious mementos that tether us to the memories of those who have passed. I invite you into my world of healing as I share the poignant tales behin...

Send us Fan Mail As I blow out the candles this year, the glow is bittersweet; my heart aches for my mother, who always crafted magical birthdays. Yet, her love lingers in the traditions she bestowed—like the cherished birthday corner—that now resonate deeply in my family's celebrations. This episode is a tender voyage into the "Gifts of Grief," a realm where sorrow carves space for...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever marveled at the metamorphosis of a caterpillar into a butterfly? That breathtaking transformation is akin to our 52-week expedition towards personal growth in home, health, happiness, and habits—a journey we're compressing into an electrifying 52-day recap. As your guide, I'm eager to share the pivotal moments that have shaped our collective evolution. We t...

Send us Fan Mail Ever caught yourself wondering where the hours go? This week's Feelings Fitness episode will transform your relationship with the clock, as I take you through my own journey of mastering time management. With life's pace quickening, especially after parenthood, I've stumbled upon strategies that shifted my daily grind into a well-oiled machine of productivity and pu...

Send us Fan Mail Embark on a mission to conquer the holiday hustle and glide into the new year with a winning strategy for success. I'll take you through the art of crafting SMART goals, providing a roadmap to achieve your aspirations in 2024 with precision and purpose. As we wrap up our 52-week expedition, I offer a sanctuary of stress-relief with a mini movement exercise, inviting you to un...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever felt the powerful pull of a vision that's purely your own, crafted from your deepest desires and aspirations? That's the journey we're guiding you through this week, as we put a creative spin on manifesting your future. This episode of Feelings Fitness is your personal workshop for creating a vision board that will serve as a beacon for your ambitions,...