Moms Without Capes

Here’s a newsflash: You’re not doing anyone any favors with all the self-sacrificing you’ve been doing! Not your kids. Not your partner. And least of all yourself. In this episode of the Moms Without Capes Podcast, I’m talking with Jen Rafferty about martyrdom and how it’s absolutely not beneficial to anyone to make a complete sacrifice of yourself in the name of motherhood. Join therapist, life c...

The idea of balance is a fantasy in the minds of many mothers, as we strive to maintain our sanity among all the chaos. In this episode of the Moms Without Capes Podcast, I talk with Alyssa Morton who is sharing with us how working moms can best balance all the plates we are spinning to feel more satisfied and fulfilled. Join therapist, life coach, and mom Onnie Michalsky as she seeks to help moms...

Here at Moms Without Capes, we’ve got goals set for the year ahead and in this episode of the Moms Without Capes Podcast, I’m sharing with you how I’m planning on making this community even better in 2023. Join therapist, coach, and mom Onnie Michalsky as she aims to serve super-moms by guiding them to a place of rest, confidence, and self-love. Join my Facebook community, Moms Without Capes to co...

Since sitting down and resting isn’t typically part of a super-mom’s day, doing so can be considered a radical act. In this episode of the Moms Without Capes Podcast, I’m talking with my friend Jen Larimore about what rest is, why it’s so essential, and most importantly, how we can rest more often. Join therapist, life coach, and mom Onnie Michalsky as she seeks to inspire moms to take care of the...

To help you stay focused and motivated and make the most of the year to come, consider choosing a word of the year. In this episode of the Moms Without Capes Podcast, we are diving into why choosing a word of the year is helpful and how to choose one that is right for you. Join therapist, coach, and mom Onnie Michalsky as she aims to empower super-moms to live intentionally and lean into their tru...

If you’re feeling like dinner is just one more task that’s hanging on at the end of your to-do list and you’re less than enthusiastic about it, this episode is for you. In this episode of the Moms Without Capes Podcast, I will be talking with kitchen coach Linda Lederman who will be sharing with us some tips and strategies to help us to not only get dinner on the table quicker but also feel more c...

If you’re feeling stressed out, overwhelmed, and just not the way you want to be feeling then it’s time you learn how to take control and change the way you feel. In this episode of the Moms Without Capes Podcast, you’ll discover how to challenge your negative thoughts and feel better with self-compassion and grace. Join therapist, coach, and mom Onnie Michalsky as she aims to help mom step into t...

Moms get wrapped up in motherhood, which is important, but the most important thing we can do for our kids is to model for them a healthy thriving relationship with their dad. In this episode of the Moms Without Capes Podcast, I am talking with Monica Tanner who’s sharing with us some secrets about how to keep our marriage HOT after having kids. Join therapist, life coach, and mom Onnie Michalsky...

It’s natural to feel overwhelmed every so often as a mom, but when overwhelm becomes your normal, it’s time to take action. On this episode of the Moms Without Capes Podcast, you’ll learn the signs of overwhelm and how to move away from it so that it doesn’t become your norm. Join therapist, coach, and mom Onnie Michalsky as she seeks to motivate super-moms to hang up the cape and take care of the...

As super-moms, we take it upon ourselves to keep a constantly running checklist in our minds about what we’ve done and what we still need to do, which can be downright exhausting. In this episode of the Moms Without Capes Podcast, I’m talking with Dr. Moran Cutlip about something us moms carry with us way too often- the invisible mental load.  Join therapist, life coach, and mom Onnie Michalsky as...

As moms, we’re constantly worrying about one thing or another, and it takes a toll on our bodies and our minds. In this episode of the Moms Without Capes Podcast, we are talking about not only taking a break FROM worrying, but taking a break TO worry so that we can move past all the worrying and live a more productive life. Join therapist, coach, and mom Onnie Michalsky as she aims to help super-m...

How many times have you thought about asking for someone’s help only to talk yourself out of it by thinking “it’s just easier to do it myself?” In this episode of the Moms Without Capes Podcast, I will be talking Business Operations Strategist Danielle Fisher all about the importance of delegating and how to actually do it effectively. Join therapist, life coach, and mom Onnie Michalsky as she see...

Mom guilt is the shoulds, the supposed to’s, and the other moms are, the thoughts that are clanking around in your head as you try to make it through the day. On this episode of the Moms Without Capes Podcast, we are diving into where the guilt is coming from and how you can change the thoughts that are contributing to it.  Join therapist, coach, and mom Onnie Michalsky as she seeks to help moms r...

When you’re struggling with a mental health condition, it can have a huge impact on your role as a mom. In this episode of the Moms Without Capes Podcast, I am chatting with Megan Eddinger about how anxiety and depression have impacted her experience as a mom and how she now makes time to take care of her mental health. Join therapist, life coach, and mom Onnie Michalsky as she seeks to eradicate...

If you're not taking care of yourself, you're not going to be able to give your best to your relationships. On this episode of the Moms Without Capes Podcast, learn why self-care isn't just good for you, but it's one of the best things you can do to improve your relationships! Join therapist, coach, and mom Onnie Michalsky as she seeks to inspire moms to get themselves off the...

Writing in a journal can be tremendously helpful when trying to make sense of the chaos in your mind and when it’s part of your regular self-care, journaling can greatly benefit your health and well-being. In this episode of the Moms Without Capes Podcast, I am talking with life coach, speaker, and author Erica Diamond all about using journaling as a tool for self-discovery and self-care. Join the...

(Episode 120*) As moms, we are all experiencing some level of stress, but when it's non-stop and not dealt with properly, it can be detrimental to both our physical and mental health. In this episode of the Moms Without Capes Podcast, you'll learn not only how stress affects you, but more importantly how you can manage it so that it doesn't take you down. Join therapist, coach, and...

Feeling stressed these days? If you’re approaching or you’re already in your 40s, you may be feeling the effects of stress even more so and at this age, we need some extra TLC when it comes to managing it. In this episode of the Moms Without Capes Podcast, I am talking with Kathy Fritz about the impact of stress during midlife and how we can combat its effect through self-care. Join therapist, lif...

Before we can teach others how to honor our boundaries, we first need to learn how to honor them ourselves. On this episode of the Moms Without Capes Podcast, we’re talking about what boundaries with yourself look like and learn how to honor the limitations you set for yourself. Join therapist, coach, and mom Onnie Michalsky as she seeks to empower mothers to take control of their lives so that th...

Self-care isn’t a destination but rather it’s a journey, evolving and shifting as we go through the seasons of life. In this episode of the Moms Without Capes Podcast, I am talking with Danielle Turner about the necessary steps to take in your self-care journey. Join therapist, life coach, and mom Onnie Michalsky as she seeks to motivate moms to make time and space for themselves each and every da...

Trying to rest as a super-mom can feel like just plain torture when there’s so many tasks on your to-do list that are screaming for your attention. On this episode of the Moms Without Capes Podcast, we are diving into why resting is so hard, the different types of rest, and some ways to incorporate rest into your busy life. Join therapist, coach, and mom Onnie Michalsky as she seeks to help moms r...

Too often, we experience an event that scars us for life, traumatizing us, and leaving us believing that we will never measure up to society’s ideals. In this episode of the Moms Without Capes Podcast, I am talking with Kelly Falardeau about how to rethink your tragedies and turn them into your gift. Join therapist, life coach, and mom Onnie Michalsky as she seeks to help moms shift their self-bel...

There’s a certain discomfort that comes along with setting boundaries and it’s what often keeps us from sharing what we need with others. On this episode of the Moms Without Capes Podcast, you’ll discover how to effectively communicate your needs without letting guilt get in your way. Join therapist, coach, and mom Onnie Michalsky as she seeks to help moms get past the roadblocks keeping them from...

If you’re feeling like you’re on edge and about to have a serious breakdown from the overwhelm, this episode is for you, mama. In this episode of the Moms Without Capes Podcast, I am talking with Lena Suarez-Angelina all about burnout, how it can totally impact your life, and what to do to prevent it. Join therapist, life coach, and mom Onnie Michalsky as she seeks to motivate moms to take control...

Variety is the spice of life and with your self-care, it’s no different! In this episode of the Moms Without Capes Podcast, let's think outside the box and get curious about what just might become your go-to self-care practice. Join therapist, coach, and mom Onnie Michalsky as she seeks to inspire moms to add some fun into their life. If you want to check out Episode MWC 57, my interview with...