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Too often we hear about all the things we SHOULD be doing to feel better, but if you're like most busy, overwhelmed and depleted single moms, co-parenting just feels too hard. Today's conversation with Sarah Guseilo will be a breath of fresh air. As a lifestyle and wellness coach, Sarah offers some simple and effective ways to shift into feeling our best. We are going to talk about some ways that...

For so many parents and co-parents (let's be honest adults) worrying seems like just a fact of life with so much going on and so much to worry about.  Worry is really just a prayer for chaos. In this episode Mikki discusses what worrying is and ways to interrupt it so that you can get some relief from the chaotic thoughts and create more mental energy on what you can do to create positive change....

Do you find yourself overwhelmed by all the things on your to do list... the amount of housework you have to do as a single parent... by all the emotions of parenting on your own? If you said yes to any of these, then this episode is for you. Today we are talking to Emily McDermott who is a podcaster and simplicity seeker. We are going to talk about some ways that you can simplify your home, head...

Do you feel like you are constantly putting out fires, trying to keep the peace and calm the waters of your co-parenting relationship? Does it seem like the type of relationship you wish you had is just way too far out of reach? In this episode Mikki walks you through how you can start to create more of what you want today. By deciding, choosing to be less reactive and more responsive with consist...

As the 2023 year winds down, this is the perfect time to reflect on the past 12 months and set your intention for the next year ahead. No, we are not talking about resolutions. In this episode Mikki walks you through a process to set your intention and a plan to create it. This is an active listening episode so grab your journal, a pen, a quiet place to sit and your favorite beverage. It is time t...

What do you want Santa to bring you this holiday? If you want peace, ease, confidence, more joy, less drama, happier family life... the list goes on... there is only one gift you need. In this episode Mikki talks about the best gift you can give yourself -- the gift of investing your time, energy, money and resources into YOU. Into learning how to be a pattern breaker, a belief creator, a change m...

The holidays are here which means more potential interaction with your ex or drama from them. And if we aren't careful it's super easy to get stuck trying to keep the peace -- but the only thing that creates is less peace for you. Well not this holiday! In this episode Mikki talks about ways to spot people pleasing behavior and ways to start creating more peace and joy this holiday season. Make su...

It's here!!!! The People Pleaser's Guide to Co-Parenting Well has arrived! Mikki's new book is here to help you stop playing peacekeeper and start parenting peacefully! In this episode Mikki talks about the book and reads the introduction to you!  Get your copy today! https://geni.us/ThePeoplePleasersGuide And make sure you snap a selfie with the book and send it to Mikki on Instagram @MikkiGardne...

Do you have an ex that is just so easy to blame? Maybe they are making really bad decisions; maybe they just disappear; maybe they are completely conflict-oriented or completely unreliable. You are not alone if you raised your hand here. But while it might be easy to blame... what is playing the blame game getting you? In this episode Mikki talks about shifting out of blame so that you can step in...

In the spirit of the holiday season, Mikki is talking about gratitude. Wishing you all a happy start to the holiday season. Do you want to be part of the Book Tribe celebrating the release of Mikki's new book The People Pleaser's Guide to Co-Parenting Well: How to Stop Playing Peacekeeper and Start Parenting Peacefully . Sign up at https://mikkigardner.com/list/ Have a topic you want to hear about...

As moms, people pleasers, peacekeepers… we are often taking on a lot of responsibility in life which helps make us super awesome. AND taking on responsibility for other people, that is not ours or that is out of our control, can weigh us down. In this episode, Mikki talks about shifting from taking responsibility out of reaction and choosing how much response-ability you will take. This episode wi...

You're tired of not speaking up, being misunderstood, being blamed, and it feels like you need to tell your Truth. But then when you do, it gets turned back at you or used against you and you feel stuck. In this episode Mikki talks about learning how to speak up while Protecting Your Truth, how to tell your truth, how much to tell and who gets the privilege of your truth. You are the protector of...

We all just want our kiddos to be ok, to be happy, to grow up to have a happy life, AND it can feel like co-parenting makes it impossible to be there for our kids to make this happen. If you find yourself stuck with how to help your kiddos, then this is a great episode for you. Today we're talking to holistic 1:1 youth empowerment coach, Kristi Simons, about some ways that you can support your kid...

Have you felt yourself struggle to feel like a family after yours was torn apart by infidelity? Does it feel like nothing is fair since your ex has up and moved into their new insta family? You're NOT alone. In this episode, Mikki talks about the effects of infidelity on co-parenting and ways to heal and move forward. Send Mikki a Voicemail and let her know what is on your mind, your co-parenting...

Navigating divorce, co-parenting, feelings, logistics, other people's opinions and questions can feel like just TOO MUCH sometimes. It makes you feel like you have to hide in a hole to avoid it or act like it doesn't affect you -- but it does. We all feel this way and, in this episode, Mikki offers you some ideas and lessons learned in order to create your own healing space to move forward and fin...

Have you ever wondered how on earth you are going to do ALL the things now that you are on your own as a parent? It seems the divorce has just added more to your plate so the only answer is to DO MORE? If so this is going to be a super helpful episode! Nervous System Expert, Certified Master Life Coach, Michelle Grosser, is here to break down what is actually happening and to show you what you rea...

What happens when you can no longer communicate with the other co-parent? When trying to communicate triggers you? When communication breaks down? In this episode Mikki is offering you some new perspectives and ways to create changes in your co-parenting that work for you. Tools to shift from unhealthy communication to more healthy communication. Communicating with another human requires flexibili...

Have you ever felt like you are less of a family now that things have changed and you are divorced? Does it feel like being a strong unit is impossible now? Well take heart and take a listen to this episode, because Mell and Joe Hashey of the Strong Family Project are here to help. Mell and Joe have built a process to help you create intention, connection and calm within your home, no matter the d...

If you have found yourself stuck in the "same-old-always-going-to-be-this-way-never-going-to-change" state of mind, not to worry. In this episode Mikki helps you create a new mindset to move forward in creating change. When you open up some space in your mind, body and soul - change can flood in. Even if you feel like it's not possible, today's episode offers you some simple, tangible ways to begi...

Often times when you're co-parenting it feels like you're all alone on an island that you just can't escape. You want to change; you want things to be different, but you just can't make it happen. In this episode Mikki helps you create space so that you can create change. When you open up some space in your mind, body and soul - change can flood in. Even if you feel like it's not possible, today's...

We have hit 100 episodes!!!! And in celebration, Mikki is highlighting the top 5 most downloaded episodes. Thank you for being part of this community and for Co-Parenting with Confidence! Episodes Highlighted: 56. What to Do When You Get Triggered ... AGAIN 66. Boundaries for Co-Parenting Well 75. What to Do When You and Your Co-Parenting Partner Don't Agree 77. De-Stress Your Co-Parenting Relatio...

Do you feel like no matter what you do nothing changes? You're doing the things but not seeing the results? Just feel like WHY BOTHER? If you said yes to any of those questions, this episode is for you. In this episode Mikki talks about WHY you need to bother, and she gives you some tools to move forward when it feels hard. If you're ready to do the work to free yourself emotionally and physically...

Today The Breakup Coach, Dorothy Johnson, is on the podcast! Dorothy is a certified Life Coach who is on a mission to help women get over their ex, and it has nothing to do with "time" or "taking it day by day." She teaches her clients how to get over their ex and how to build a life BETTER than the one they had with their ex. All in 3 months or less -- by addressing the root cause instead of the...

When your marriage ended because your ex chose someone else or just didn't chose you ... it feels impossible to co-parent together. It may even feel like that choice they made then is still impacting today and you can't seem to move on. If this sounds familiar, this episode is all about what to do now and your choices moving forward. If you want to sign up to get on the list to hear about the upco...

Do you find yourself always trying to get the other co-parent to agree with you, to validate or even acknowledge your efforts? Do you wish that you could find the right words or solution to make it all better? This episode is all about what happens when you are focused on pleasing, being agreeable or avoiding the argument -- and how that can actually be making your life harder and co-parenting mor...