Mindset for Medical Moms

Do you just feel like you are the problem in every scenario? I did. For years, I felt like I was just broken. In this episode, I share a very personal reflection on motherhood and what healing that belief actually looked like for me. You can read the blog post here: https://cortney.mykajabi.com/.../whyiloveplayingthehiding... You can sign up for a coaching consultation here: https://app.acuitysche...

If all the habit advice out there is true and helpful, why can't you just stick to the habits you want? Because you're missing the piece that actually makes habit change last. In this episode I explain what you need to do first before any other habit hacks and how you can start seeing results today. Ready to finally do what you say you're doing to do? In three months you will have the...

If you are waiting for the other shoe to drop and get anxious when you start to feel happy this episode is for you. You don't have to choose between being a good caregiver and being happy. In this episode I share how being intentional about practicing positive emotions will help you be more present and stop setting yourself up to doubt your happiness. Schedule a coaching consult today: https:/...

Self compassion is the key to growth, long term change, and overall confidence. Practicing self compassion is self care. In this episode I will show you how to do it. I also break down what self-compassion is, what skills are involved in putting it into practice and realistic examples of how you can apply it to your life today. Want to stop feeling overwhelmed with motherhood? if you're ready...

Do you want to increase your confidence? Change a habit? Feel less dread before an upcoming doctor's appointment? This episode will teach how to do just that. I share two tools how to build your belief in yourself and how to shift your mindset in simple, doable, realistic ways. It's national donate life month register to be an organ donor here:https://donatelife.net Coaching is the best in...

If you have a medical anniversary come up, often times it can be difficult to know what to do with them. In this episode I outline the three things you can do to help yourself work through difficult emotions that arise and what you should know about medical anniversaries. Share with a fellow medial mom that would enjoy this episode. Got questions? Come ask them In our podcast community facebook gr...

In this episode I share about what prevents you from recognizing meeting your needs and practical ways to change how you think of meeting your needs. We dive into how perfectionism is a big hurdle of meeting your needs and how to begin meeting your needs.

In this episode I walk you through the actions I took and the mindset changes that I made to lose twenty pounds. Spoiler alert, the mindset changes were the biggest piece of the weight loss puzzle. Listen in to hear all of the beliefs I had to let go of and the new ones I had to learn. Got questions? Ask in the Facebook group and I'll answer them! https://www.facebook.com/groups/64973882938093...

The quiet conversations that you have with yourself are the building blocks to self love. In this episode you'll learn how to engage with your negative self talk and criticism in a simple, easy to implement way. You'll hear multiple examples of how this might show up in your life and how to engage with yourself so that you are building up your self confidence instead of reinforcing negativ...

"Logically, I understand it's not my fault, but I still feel so guilty." If you struggle with feeling guilt, shame, and responsibility for your chid's health condition this episode will be the one for you. In this episode I share why you feel this way, what stops you from feeling better, how to feel better, and where to start. It's packed with amazing information to help you...

Being in the hospital is exhausting. It taxes your body, your emotions, and energy. Taking a break from the hospital in some capacity is necessary to avoid burnout and help take care of yourself. This episode shares practical tips and mindset shifts to help you feel better about taking a break when you need it. Keep the conversation going and join us in the podcast Facebook community and share you...

Forgiveness is a loaded word. It can feel like such a huge task or burden to forgive someone. In this episode I simplify forgiveness so that forgiveness does not feel like a complicated endeavor and share how to start using forgiveness as a tool to utilize in your relationships. It's a choice to forgive and forgiveness is not a stamp of approval for harmful behavior, but a way to actively crea...

During the six weeks I took adult swim lessons, I learned so much more than how to swim, I learned about the importance of mindset work and processing difficult emotions to create the results I wanted. Today I share those eight lessons that I had to use and apply to swim lessons and beyond. Join in me learning more about the secret to truly managing discomfort, increasing your self belief, and one...

In this episode I share what it means to manage your brain, why it matters, and how it can help. Including 5 areas it can make the most impact in your life. Sign up for the free podcast guide HERE Schedule a coaching consultation here

What do you do when you feel constantly guilty? how do you handle shame when you feel so stuck? In this episode I share with you five steps that will help you respond to your guilt and shame so that you can help yourself redirect your mind, help yourself move forward without feeling bad and feel more confident along the way. Shame stops us from self belief and this episode will show you how to sto...

Do you find yourself comparing yourself often? Judging yourself or others more frequently than you want to? This episode shows the different areas where you might be comparing yourself in medical motherhood and life. I share what keeps you stuck in comparison and how to get out of it. Coaching takes everything on the podcast to the next level. Schedule a coaching consult here. Join the mindset for...

The term self care gets tossed around a lot these days and this episode is here to set the record straight. I share what self care is, what it is not, and how to consider what self care looks like in your life. I debunk several myths around self care and help you understand the very next steps you need to take to take care of yourself best. Are you ready to take the podcast the next level? Join me...

When I discovered Sleuth, I knew I needed to have the co-founder Sehreen on the podcast. Sleuth is an app for families to use for their kid's health. This is a "better webMD for kids". This conversation is so inspiring as we dive into advocacy, the future of tools like Sleuth that can help medical moms, and how to navigate life as a caregiver, while managing your own stress and wellb...

Happiness sometimes feels like it's this elusive thing we are always chasing, but it doesn't have to be that way. In this episode I share how to think about happiness, how to create it, and what stops you from feeling happy. Are you ready to up level from the podcast concepts? Take everything you learn here to the next level with coaching. Schedule a coaching consult here. Join the Faceboo...

Do you want more patience? Does patience often feel like you're forcing yourself to use all your will power? I've got the trick for you. In this episode I'll share how to think about patience in a brand new way, so that you don't have to force yourself or feel exhausted after one interaction. This small shift will be the difference between you feeling frustrated and impatient to fe...

People pleasing is sneaky. it labels itself as being polite, nice, and just keeping the peace. What it actually is is lying, manipulation, and sacrificing yourself to prove you're likable and even lovable. This episode was inspired by my recent experience at a restaurant where I was not okay with my food, but simply said, "I'm fine." I share the toll people pleasing takes on you,...

In this episode we are joined by the incredible Katie Taylor, a certified Child Life Specialist. Katie shares how you can navigate inpatient life use the hospital resources available to you to the best of your abilities. We discuss how you can coordinate breaks, how to participate in rounds, and how to utilize a child life specialist to help you and your child while in the hospital. Kaite share ge...

Everyone of us will have circumstances that we can change and we can't change and have a lot of feelings about them all too. In this episode I share how you can tap into your own personal empowerment by giving yourself the gift of choice. I share what you should know about circumstances and the tools you can use to help yourself navigate each new circumstance you find yourself. I share how the...

In this episode I outline the steps of processing a diagnosis. This simple process shows you what you need to do to handle the arrange of emotions and shifted expectations when receiving a diagnosis. I also include several ways to gain a deeper insight into your mindset so that you can accept diagnosis and move forward. Schedule a coaching consultation here Join the FB group here Ep. 67 - Reasons...

Are you feeling anxious about an upcoming appointment or have you been given a clearance after your child has been considered stable but you can't shake the feeling that the other shoe is going to drop at any moment? This is a feeling most medical moms can relate to and it can feel so overwhelming. It often feels productive to feel this way sometimes. In this episode I will share with you how...