Less Drama More Mama

Do you think your kid is lazy? In today's episode, I talk about my idea that lazy kids don't exist. In fact, chances are high that your child has a perfectly normal, functioning, and healthy brain. Tune in as I share some of the reasons kids lack motivation and how to help them increase it. https://lessdramamoremama.com/115

Sometimes a thought sounds positive, even noble. But just because it sounds good, doesn't mean it feels good or produces positive results. Join me for today's episode, as I share an example of a thought that kept me stuck in marital drama for years. I also share examples of other thoughts that seem innocent, but often cause moms distress. https://lessdramamoremama.com/114

What do parents and Janet Jackson have in common? They want to be in control. Yet many parents are under the illusion that they can somehow control their kids. Join me for this episode as I explain this illusion, and how breaking free from it can help you have an even greater influence on your kids. https://lessdramamoremama.com/113

You want more cooperation from your kids. More love and connection. More proof that you're doing a good job raising good kids. Tune in to today's episode, where I share the secret to getting all of that, and more of anything you want! https://lessdramamoremama.com/112

Did you know there's a free parenting tool already on your phone? This tool allows you to set and enforce limits without being perceived by your kids as the "bad guy." It can help you be more productive and give you some much needed time for yourself, too. What is this amazing tool? Tune into today's episode to find out! https://lessdramamoremama.com/111

While the Coronavirus continues to spread, many students are returning to virtual school this Fall. And while distance learning has its challenges, there are many ways parents and teachers can work together to help kids be successful. Join me and my guest, Lauren Adler, as we chat about the role of parents in virtual school, and how to best facilitate your child's learning from home. https://lessd...

Last week, Kellyanne Conway made headlines with her announcement that she was leaving the White House as Trump's advisor, saying that she needed to spend more time with her four children. In her resignation letter, she wrote, "For now, and for my beloved children, it will be less drama, more mama ." That phrase quickly spread through the media, giving my podcast and website some free publicity in...

Humans are social creatures who crave connection. With so many kids going back to school virtually, making and keeping friends can be a real challenge now. Tune in to this episode for some ideas about how you can help your kids develop and maintain their social relationships during the pandemic. https://lessdramamoremama.com/108

Conflict is a normal part of being a human. And sometimes the conversations we have about our conflicts can evoke strong emotions. Learning how to navigate those conversations in an effective way can actually bring people closer together and strengthen relationships. Join me for today's episode where I share steps to making "hard" conversations easier. https://lessdramamoremama.com/107

This episode is dedicated to my amazing clients (past, present, and future). Join me to hear about the kinds of moms I serve, what they struggle with, what makes them so special, and why I love them. Also, find out how to get started with me as your life coach now. https://lessdramamoremama.com/106

It's natural -- from the time our kids are born, we compare ourselves (and them) to others. But often our comparisons cause us to feel inadequate, embarrassed, and envious. Join me for today's episode as I share how we can think about our differences in ways that lift each other up, show us what's possible for our lives, and help us feel good about ourselves. https://lessdramamoremama.com/105

We've all been conditioned to believe that we should feel happy most of the time. So when we or our kids are unhappy, we think something's gone terribly wrong. But what if that's not true? Tune in for today's episode to learn why "negative" emotions are nothing to fix. https://lessdramamoremama.com/104

Usually around this time of year, I'm talking to parents about back-to-school routines, transitions, and schedules. But this year, the conversations are about whether to go back to school at all. With so much changing day-to-day regarding COVID-19 and schools giving parents the option of whether and how to return to school, parents are struggling to make their decisions. Join me for this episode t...

Do you feel like there's a dark cloud hanging over you? Do you feel unmotivated, uninspired, despondent, lonely, or sad? If so, you might be in a "funk." Tune in to today's episode to learn how to get out of it. Please note: If you're feeling anxious, depressed, or are considering suicide, please get professional help. This podcast is not a substitute for personal treatment by a mental health care...

We all know this year's been one heck of a doozy. But what if THIS is the summer that you turn everything around and finally find yourself again? What if THIS summer you learn the secrets to feeling more calm and patient? More energized and inspired? More energized, organized, and productive? More free? Tune into today's episode where I share about an exciting new opportunity to make that a realit...

It's episode 100!!! To celebrate, I decided to feature my podcast listeners as guests, so they could share how they've taken ideas and concepts from the show and applied them to their own lives. Tune in for this very special episode to hear moms just like you talk about how listening to the podcast has helped them feel better about themselves, their kids, and their parenting. https://lessdramamore...

In last week's episode, I talked about what self-care is, what it isn't, and the role of pleasure when it comes to self-care. This week, I discuss the excuses (a.k.a. LIES) moms use that prevent them from taking better care of themselves. Tune in to hear what they are, and which ones you're using that hold you back from living your best life. https://lessdramamoremama.com/099

Summer has officially begun. And while things are super HOT outside, my goal as a life coach is to help you keep your cool on the inside. Over the past 3.5 months, you've likely taken care of everyone else and put your own needs last. Now it's time to start taking care of YOU and your own well-being. I'm declaring this the Summer of Self-Care and invite you to join me for a free online self-care c...

When I was a sophomore in college, I took a course called, The Psychology of Death and Dying . One particular homework assignment taught me more about living than it did about dying. Join me for today's episode where I tell you about the assignment and what I've since learned from it. I also suggest an assignment for you to complete so that you can create the legacy and life you want, starting tod...

While I don't go around making racist remarks or consciously thinking racists thoughts, I know that just by being a white person in America, I'm unwittingly contributing to the racism that exists. And I now know that being non-racist isn't the same as being anti-racist. Over the past week, I did a lot of reading, listening, and thinking about my own beliefs and thoughts about race. In today's epis...

Even though the number of Coronavirus cases keeps rising, many states have started to re-open and lift their lockdown restrictions. As moms, we have a lot of decisions to make in the coming months, not only for ourselves but for our kids. Join me for today's episode, where I talk about how to make those decisions from a feeling of empowerment, rather than from a victim mentality. https://lessdrama...

You want your kids to see you as an authority figure -- as someone who's strong and brave and infallible. You fear that if you show your flaws and fears and mistakes, they'll lose their trust in you and you'll lose your connection with them. But what if the opposite is true? Join me for today's episode, where I talk about how being vulnerable with your kids can actually create more connection, tru...

Do you sometimes feel afraid of your own child? In today's podcast episode, you'll learn the secret to taking back your power and feeling UNafraid. This show is a must-listen, especially if you consider your child to be challenging, defiant, or oppositional. https://lessdramamoremama.com/093

Working from home is a challenge for many moms right now. Are you trying to balance being a good mom with being a good employee, boss, or colleague? Do you feel like you can't be as productive at work or as attentive to your kids as you want to be -- and you're losing at both? Tune in for today's episode to shift your mindset around working from home with kids and feel more in control of your time...

Is it just me, or is everyone using the word 'pivot' lately? Well, I decided to join them and talk about how we can pivot our parenting right now. I even came up with a clever acronym and free download to help you remember how to do it. Be sure to listen til the end to find out how to get personalized help from me with your Parenting Pivot Plan. https://lessdramamoremama.com/091