Poise in the Noise

Some thoughts feel too uncomfortable to say out loud — especially around money, motherhood & the lives we’re supposed to love. In Part 1 of this two-part series, we’re naming the quiet truths about parenting, finances, identity & growth that many people think but rarely admit. No fixing. No polishing. Just honest conversation. Keywords: taboo topics, motherhood honesty, money & identit...

Imposter syndrome doesn’t show up because you’re unqualified — it shows up because you’re capable & growing. In this episode, we’re talking about why so many competent, driven people still feel like frauds, where that doubt comes from, & how it quietly undermines confidence. This is an honest conversation about self-trust, comparison, & learning to stay grounded when your inner critic...

As the holiday season winds down, we’re reflecting on what actually mattered this Christmas — & what didn’t. From the gifts & expectations we thought would carry meaning to the quieter moments that truly did, this episode is a gentle conversation about poise, presence, & choosing enough. No how-tos, no resolutions — just an honest look at what the holidays reveal about our values & how we want to...

From morning chaos to bedtime battles, we’re sharing the top mom hacks we wish we knew years ago—simple, realistic tips that actually make daily life easier. These are the time-savers, stress-reducers, & sanity-preserving habits we’ve learned the hard way & now swear by. Get ready for practical ideas you can start using today to make motherhood smoother, lighter, & a whole lot more fun...

Feeling pulled in a million financial directions? From charities to fundraisers to friends’ causes to every organization asking for “just a little,” it’s no wonder giving feels overwhelming. In this episode, we break down how to choose where your money actually goes, how to give without guilt, & how to support the causes you truly care about—without feeling drained, pressured, or stretched thi...

Is your home louder than you want it to be? In this follow-up to our “Quiet the Chaos” episode, we’re diving into the literal noise in your house — the nonstop talking, toys, TVs, footsteps, echoes, & daily chaos that leave you overstimulated & exhausted. We’ll break down why modern homes feel so loud, how constant noise impacts your mood, & the simple changes that actually make your s...

Your home may be quiet… but still loud. In this episode, we’re breaking down the hidden “noise” that drains your energy — clutter, visual labels, overstimulation, overflowing spaces, & the mental load that comes with it all. We unpack why your home can feel chaotic even when no one’s yelling, how invisible noise affects your mood, & simple steps to create a calmer, more peaceful space. Per...

Feeling glued to your phone? You’re not alone. In this episode, we dive into what really happens when you stop scrolling your life away & start living it instead. We’re breaking down the habits, the science, & the surprisingly emotional side of digital detoxing — plus what's working (& totally isn’t) as we try it ourselves. If you’re craving less screen time, more presence, & a...

After almost two years of this show & having both our husbands as guests already, we realized we’ve never told you our “how we met” stories!!! We covered wedding days & births, but not the day that changed our lives & made those other two possible. So, this episode will be a very chill one, much like a fun girls chat over a glass of tea or wine. Sit back & relax - not many tips or tricks to this t...

We all know that less stuff usually means more peace — the research backs it up! Studies show materialism is linked to lower happiness, more anxiety, & even less satisfying relationships. Meanwhile, minimalism helps us feel calmer, more fulfilled, & more present. So why is it still so hard to live simply? Why do we feel that constant tug to buy, upgrade, & accumulate — even when we kno...

It’s no secret that we’re both Catholic. We’ve shared the importance of our faith both openly & subtly in all of our prior episodes. We figured it would be nice to very directly address the importance of our faith in our lives in an episode. As we’ve said time & again, the world offers us a lot of noise, but faith offers us quiet, rest, peace, truth & so much more–the truly important t...

Today we’re diving into the wild, wonderful, & sometimes utterly exhausting world of being married to an entrepreneur. If you’ve ever eaten dinner alone while your spouse is “just finishing one more email,” or if you’ve nodded your way through a conversation that started with “babe, I have a new idea!” — then this episode is for you. I’m talking about the real life of an entrepreneur’s wife —...

After welcoming baby #2 home, it was quite the plot twist that we found ourselves getting rid of & putting away a bunch of baby stuff instead of buying more - counterintuitive, we know! So, here’s our list of things we did without & got rid of after having more kids. Like~download~subscribe~leave a review~share with your friends~all of the above! Follow us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

Sarah White, @millennialfiat on Instagram, is a wife, mother & founder of Midnight Mommas, a brand helping mothers feel less alone in their motherhood. She’s an advocate for mothers “answering their bells one night at a time” (the meaning of this will be discussed in this episode!), taking your children not only to Sunday mass but daily mass & having hope in the midst of miscarriage. She i...

Maggie is a wife & fellow SAHM (stay-at-home-mom). In this episode, we interview her about her journey with infertility, discuss the definition & meaning of "starting a family", & have her provide tangible tips & advice for how to support people you know on a similar path. Like~download~subscribe~leave a review~share with your friends~all of the above! Follow us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

At the young age of 30, Megan has found love & is getting married! In this interview, Megan discusses what it's like waiting all your 20's to find your man, tips for dating, tips for discerning marriage, & body image. Megan is the host of the Talks with Meg Podcast and inspirational Moments with Meg Instagram page. Like~download~subscribe~leave a review~share /with your friends~all of the...

A lot of events have occurred lately that have been extremely unsettling & have caused unrest throughout the world. We don’t typically discuss politics or recent events on this show, but in this episode we turn our gaze to a time of grief & moral reckoning in America. We discuss these events & some very deep questions in a way that is rooted in our values, especially those of truth & boldness, & h...

On this guest interview episode, we chat with Allison who is a wife, mother, homemaker, blogger, DIYer, aspiring minimalist, clean beauty enthusiast, & the vinegar cleaning lady of Google (yes, she ranked on the top of Google for her vinegar cleaner!). Most importantly, she has a deep relationship with Jesus & loves to share the depths of her heart. We dive deep with Allison about her jour...

Guest episode intermission!!! Don't worry, we have more guests lined up for the weeks to come. You know it, you’ve seen it, it’s trending…all the spins on “The Summer I Turned Pretty” show! We’re jumping on the bandwagon & chatting about all the ways we have turned off the noise this summer. We just had to…it’s Erin’s favorite show! (Admittedly, Mel has never seen it.)…#teamconrad. We hope...

Today, we have a very special guest — Erin's husband, Joe! We’re talking about customer service excellence at work & beyond! Like~download~subscribe~leave a review~share with your friends~all of the above! Follow us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@poiseinthenoisepod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Erin: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@flowering.at.his.feet⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

Today, we have a very special guest — Mel's husband, Sam! We’re talking about teamwork in marriage, why we think we make a good team & probably sharing some laughs along the way. Like~download~subscribe~leave a review~share with your friends~all of the above! Follow us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@poiseinthenoisepod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Erin: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

On this guest interview episode, we chat with Kate Miedreich, a certified life coach & mental health counseling graduate student, as well as a business development & sales entrepreneur, & Meg Connolly, a real estate broker, social marketing consultant, lover of e-commerce & social selling, a passionate Catholic & holistic/ancestral health guru. Like~download~subscribe~leave a r...

Today, we welcome Katie Bala, proud spouse of a retired Army Officer, homeschooler to their 5 children, small business owner, CrossFit lover & blissfully Catholic! Her journey to where she is today was not an easy one but she is eternally grateful for every sacrifice that led her to this point. Like~download~subscribe~leave a review~share with your friends~all of the above! Follow us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠...

In this episode we welcome Dr. Kayla Borchers, founder & owner of the Holistically Well Method , Ortho/Pelvic Health Physical Therapist, Pre/Postnatal Corrective Exercise Specialist & most importantly a wife & mama of three kids (& one on the way!) who is passionate about proactive, root-cause women’s health care. Like~download~subscribe~leave a review~share with your friends~all o...

On this episode we welcome Jocelyn Abyad, co-founder of We Carry You Still , a nonprofit ministry offering support & resources for women & families who have experienced miscarriage or infant loss. Jocelyn is doing some AMAZING work to cut through the noise on miscarriage & we can’t wait to share it with you! Like~download~subscribe~leave a review~share with your friends~all of the above! Follow us...