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How much time do you spend talking about the problems you have in co-parenting? Worrying about it? Thinking about it? Trying to do things to change it? I'm guessing it's A LOT of time, so if you find yourself here, then today is your episode because we are going to help you work on creating a mindset that supports and creates cooperative co-parenting. It is time to turn your focus to where you wan...

Most of the time we have the intention to be a cooperative co-parent, a good mom, to get it all done with a smile on our face -- but intention isn't enough. In this episode, Mikki talks about setting yourself up with everything you need in order to be the co-parent you intend to be. She shows us how mise en place can help our actions align with our intentions, in other words, she gives us the road...

In this episode, Mikki shares what happened in, and what she learned from, 2022. After an accident where Mikki got the rug pulled out from under her, she learned that healing brings up all the stages of grief -- new and old. She recounts the lessons she had to learn and relearn and how these show up in divorce + co-parenting. If you are a high achieving, perfectionist or people pleaser, like Mikki...

Do you feel like you are always on the defensive in co-parenting? That every interaction is a continuation of another fight? Do you feel like you have to use force to be heard or acknowledged? So many co-parents feel like all they do is go from problem to problem with nothing getting fixed. In this episode, Mikki walks you through some tools to help you co-parent in a calmer more responsive way an...

Have you found yourself avoiding annoying conversations with your co-parenting partner? Saying yes to something just to avoid conflict? Pretending the other person's behavior isn't that bad because you don't want to deal with their upsetedness? Then it is time for some boundaries. Boundaries are what help you co-parent well. In this episode, Mikki walks you through what boundaries are and how you...

Would you ever head out on a road trip without gas or a map? Probably not, at least not if you wanted to arrive at a specific destination. In this episode, Mikki walks you through the process of creating co-parenting clarity so you have a roadmap you can use to stay on track through the next year. If you need some help deciding where to start, Mikki created a Co-Parenting with Presence Worksheet f...

In this episode, Mikki walks you through the process she uses in her own life to set the intention for the coming year. Setting your intention isn't like a resolution that you rely on willpower to attain. Instead, setting your intention is choosing your destination and creating a step by step process to arrive there. Setting intentions is about opening up to what is truly aligned with what you are...

If there are things co-parents tend to really struggle with, it's what is the RIGHT way to co-parent, and what does SUCCESSFUL co-parenting look like. Many struggle to believe they are doing a GOOD job. Over the years of her own co-parenting journey and walking through the process with many parents as a coach and mentor, Mikki has seen it all. She teaches moms the tools and strategies to co-parent...

When it comes to parenting styles one things is for sure … there are many ways to parent. As a certified Conscious Parenting Coach, Mikki has incorporated the tools and skills of conscious parenting with her coaching expertise to create a framework to help her clients co-parent more effectively, with less stress and more confidence. In this episode, Mikki walks us through what conscious co-parenti...

In this episode, Mikki talks to children's book author Jay Aedo. Jay is on a mission to rewrite some of the ancient bible stories from a conscious perspective. Jay is an international entrepreneur, teacher of practical philosophy and children's book author. Born and raised in southern California, he often felt the weight of the different belief systems his parents, teachers and religious leaders f...

In this episode, Mikki and some of her clients share the experience and benefits of coaching -- why it matters, how it works, the benefits and transformation it creates. Too often we isolate -- thinking that there isn't help or just not wanting to take the traditional therapy routes -- believing that you should be able to work things out on your own. While you absolutely can … you don't have to. L...

In this episode, Mikki discusses the practice of gratitude. The holidays for co-parents after divorce can be extremely challenging. Finding ways to support yourself and bring your attention to what you can control helps relieve some of the pressure. Mikki explores different ways that a practice of gratitude focuses on proactively bringing our attention to what is right in life. If you want help, j...

In this episode, Mikki talks about meditation and celebrating her 2 years of consecutive meditation in her own life. She dives into what meditation is and isn't. How it works. What the benefits are, and why it matters for you. Headspace https://www.headspace.com/ Chopra https://chopra.com/app Calm https://www.calm.com/ The TM Technique https://www.tm.org/ If you want help setting up your meditatio...

In this episode, Mikki will help you set your intention for the holiday season. Holidays can be overwhelming and throw co-parenting into the mix and you add on a whole heap of extra feelings. When you set your intention for how you want to feel and create a road map for yourself and your family, you experience more peace and confidence. Mikki will walk you through the process to get clear on what...

In this episode, Mikki talks about why we get triggered and what to do about it. Getting triggered is bound to happen, not because you are a parent or co-parent, but because you are human. She walks you through how to stay out of toxic communication and stay on the road to cooperative co-parenting -- no matter what your co-parenting partner chooses. You will learn the simple process to help you na...

Molly and Mikki talk about motherhood, being a single mom and support. Every mom needs support, and there are so many ways to get it. Motherhood is the most important career and lifestyle choice, and we talk about ways to help you wherever you are in your journey. Also, Molly shares all about her new advanced certification program designed to help coaches help moms create extraordinary lives and f...

In this episode, Mikki is talking to Sarah Armstrong, author of The Mom's Guide to a Good Divorce . Mikki and Sarah dive into what a good divorce is and some of the strategies to help you create one - no matter where you are in the process. Sarah is a good divorce proponent, Vice-President of Global Operations for Google and the proud mom of Grace, who was seven years old when Sarah divorced. Grac...

In this episode, Mikki is sharing 5 things you need to know about co-parenting. The co-parenting journey can feel lonely and unforgiving, but there are ways to feel more connected and feel more love along the way. Mikki will walk through the simple things you need to know to help you navigate your experience with more calm + confidence. If you want to learn more go to https://mikkigardner.com/ and...

In this episode, Mikki is talking to Luke Shilling who is a Life + Infidelity Coach for Men. Mikki and Luke have a candid conversation about the experience of co-parenting after divorce + infidelity from a male perspective. From healing after infidelity, gaining trust, taking responsibility and using your kids as a catalyst for change, Mikki and Luke explore many of the experiences common in the c...

In the Name It to Tame It Series, Mikki explores the common feelings many co-parents feel, why they feel them and how to navigate these feelings. In Part 4, Mikki explores the feelings we feel when we feel wronged: Anger, Contempt, Hate + Disgust By understanding the differences between these emotions, we gain power in developing ways to move through them. You can download the Self-Love Worksheet...

In the Name It to Tame It Series, Mikki explores the common feelings many co-parents feel, why they feel them and how to navigate these feelings. In Part 3, Mikki explores the feelings we feel when we're hurting: grief, sadness, despair, and hopelessness. By understanding the differences between these emotions, we gain power in developing ways to move through them. You can download the Self-Love W...

In this episode, Mikki is talking about the feelings we commonly feel in divorce and co-parenting. In the Name It to Tame It Series, Mikki will explore the common feelings many co-parents feel, why they feel them and how to navigate these feelings. In Part 2, Mikki explores the feelings we feel when we fall short + things don't go as planned: Shame, Guilt, Regret + Disappointment. By understanding...

In this episode, Mikki is talking about the feelings we commonly feel in divorce and co-parenting. In the Name It to Tame It Series, Mikki will explore the common feelings many co-parents feel, why they feel them and how to navigate these feelings. In Part 1, Mikki explores Stress, Overwhelm + Anxiety. How do you handle the feelings of stress, overwhelm, and anxiety when you have not only you, but...

In this episode, Mikki talks to Theresa Cry who is an independent college advisor who loves supporting students on their journey to, and through, college. The conversation looks at ways co-parents can support their kids through this transition and what not to do. Theresa has a variety of experiences in higher education including admissions, financial aid, athletics and organizational development....

In this episode, Mikki discusses ways to reduce stress and increase your confidence as you get your kiddos ready for back-to-school. Back to school, the change in routines, the forced interactions with the other co-parent, it can trigger a lot of emotions. This podcast is here to offer some ways to help you transition with less stress and more confidence. Mikki will look at ways to reduce stress i...