Sometimes Love Isn't Enough: The Parenting Through Challenges Podcast

In this raw and relatable episode, Angie dives into one of the sneakiest stressors in parenting: perfectionism . Whether it's trying to be the "calm parent" 24/7, handle every meltdown with grace, or meet invisible standards set by social media, perfectionism keeps so many of us stuck—and disconnected from our kids and ourselves. Angie shares her own experience with perfectionism (hello, Line 5 pr...

So, you created the vision. You felt the pull of your future memory. You even wrote the goal that felt big, bold… maybe even impossible. Now what? In this week's episode, I'm walking you through what actually bridges the gap between inspiration and real transformation —and spoiler: it's not more planning. It's rewriting the narrative you're living inside. We explore: Why most goals fall flat—even...

In this powerful New Year episode, Angie invites you to ditch the typical resolutions and dream way bigger—like wild, soul-stirring, "I-have-no-idea-how-this-could-happen" kind of goals . Because sometimes, the life you're meant to create is the one you've been too scared to name. Drawing from the visionary energy of Gate 11 —the gate of ideas and possibility—Angie shares how to use your Human Des...

Holidays can be stressful for many of us - traveling, weather, cooking, in-laws, extended family, expectations, trauma, and so much more.  For me, I let fear dictate my holidays for years... and it shifted how I showed up for my kids.  Join me for this powerfully personal episode.  About your host, Angie Grandt – Generational Healing Specialist Angie Grandt is a parent coach, on a mission to break...

Gratitude is easy when life is flowing. But what about when it's not ? When your kid is melting down (again). When your co-parent drops the ball (again). When your nervous system is fried, your coffee is cold, and you're questioning everything? In this honest episode, Angie peels back the curtain on what it really looks like to find gratitude when things feel hard—without bypassing the mess, sugar...

Sometimes, the loudest wounds come from what's not said. In this episode of Sometimes Love Isn't Enough , Angie shares a deeply personal reflection on her own go-to parenting pattern: silence. If you grew up learning to keep the peace or "freeze out" conflict, you may recognize yourself here. Angie unpacks the energetic imprint of going silent on your child—not as punishment, but as self-protectio...

In this powerful and heartfelt conversation, Angie sits down with Katie Jones —longtime childcare provider, Conscious Discipline–trained parent educator, and the creator behind Katie's Kids Childcare in Oregon, WI and BU Daily Tools for Transformation. Katie shares her deeply personal journey from burnout and "rock bottom" to becoming the grounded, emotionally present caregiver and parent she is t...

Our personal experiences have such a powerful impact on the parent we are being with our own kids.  If we want to really break the cycles that have caused us to be someone we're not, then we MUST heal us first. Join me for this powerful interview with Dina Lobo Lewis as we dig into how our stories about ourselves dance with our parenting, and the choices we get to make to break the cycles.  About...

In this passionate and perspective-shifting solo episode, Angie pulls back the curtain on one of parenting's biggest misunderstandings: the belief that punishment changes behavior. With deep insight from her experience in behavior management and emotional healing, she walks listeners through 12 powerful reasons to rethink spanking, yelling, and punitive discipline altogether. This isn't just a lis...

In this refreshingly honest episode, Angie Grandt breaks down a pattern so many parents fall into: the endless search for more parenting strategies, hacks, and expert advice. Sound familiar? But what if the real breakthrough doesn't come from learning more … but from shifting how we feel and what we believe ? Angie pulls back the curtain on what's really keeping parents stuck—even when they know a...

Host : Angie Grandt Episode Summary In this heartfelt episode, Angie shares her personal journey and hard-earned wisdom around the messy, beautiful, and often frustrating world of co-parenting. Drawing from her own experience navigating divorce, blended family dynamics, and emotional healing, she offers parents a grounded, compassionate lens to reframe their co-parenting challenges. You'll hear ho...

Suicide trigger warning in this episode This episode is deeply personal. Angie opens her heart and shares her journey of trying to understand her brother after losing him to suicide — and how that loss became a doorway into psychology, self-awareness, and the human shadows we all carry. Through reflection and compassion, Angie explores how two siblings — shaped by the same family, yet carrying ver...

We've all been there—yelling out of frustration, exhaustion, or overwhelm. But have we ever stopped to ask: What is this really doing to our kids? In this episode of Sometimes Love Isn't Enough , Angie peels back the curtain on the lasting impact yelling can have on our children's sense of worth, safety, and connection. This isn't about shame or blame—this is about awareness, healing, and reclaimi...

There's a voice in your head that says: "I'm failing." "My kid doesn't respect me." "They'll never change." But… what if that story isn't actually true? In this solo episode, I dig into: How subconscious stories shape how we see our kids—and ourselves Why we default to narratives of shame, blame, or hopelessness How to gently question the script you've been living by What becomes possible when you...

If you've ever found yourself thinking "I don't even know what to do anymore…" in the heat of a behavior meltdown—you're not alone. In this episode, I unpack: Why our instinct is to "correct" misbehavior—and why that often backfires What your child's behavior is actually trying to communicate The real difference between reacting and responding (and how to catch yourself in the moment) The first st...

In this rich and reflective conversation, I'm joined by Kathy Bailey —a writer, mother, emotional wellness advocate, and fierce believer in the healing power of storytelling. With decades of lived experience in parenting, self-awareness, and relationship repair, Kathy brings her deep understanding of human behavior and healing into every word she writes—and shares. We explore: How storytelling bec...

In this powerful conversation, I'm joined by Lisa Manzo —emotional intelligence strategist, trauma-informed mindset coach, and founder of The Phoenix Mind. With deep expertise spanning neuroscience, trauma, education, and subconscious programming, Lisa brings a grounded yet transformative energy to the world of personal growth and parenting. We explore: How unresolved trauma and limiting beliefs s...

In this episode, I dive into the trap so many parents fall into—trying to fix what's not actually broken. We explore: Why your child's behavior might be an invitation , not a red flag The difference between reacting to discomfort vs. responding with awareness What shifts when you stop trying to control the moment—and start listening to it ✨ This one's for the parent who's tired of treating every...

In this powerful episode, I'm joined by Dr. Ashley Rodriguez —licensed psychologist, perinatal mental health specialist, and founder of PathBreak Coaching and Consulting. Ashley brings deep wisdom and lived experience to the conversation around parenting, healing, and showing up for others without abandoning yourself in the process. We explore: Why helping professionals often carry invisible worth...

In this refreshing and grounded episode, I'm joined by Christina Slaback —a business-woman, radical permission-giver, and conscious parent who has learned to navigate parenting, identity, and healing in a way that's fully her own. We talk about: What it looks like to drop the guilt and honor your own needs as a parent The decision to leave a traditional path and follow what actually feels good Red...

In this deeply human conversation, I sit down with Michelle Lamansky —a mother, teacher, and heart-led healer who shares her raw and powerful journey of healing, not because she planned it... but because life demanded it. We explore: What it's like to wake up inside the patterns you once thought were normal The moment Michelle realized "something had to change"—and how she answered that call Navig...

In this heart-centered conversation, I'm joined by Amber Plant —educator, coach, and fellow cycle-breaker—who brings compassion and clarity to the often invisible work of shifting the way we parent, think, and show up. We talk about: The deep-rooted programming that shows up in our parenting How Amber's journey with reparenting herself changed the way she parents her kids Why it's not about being...

In this episode, I'm joined by  Michelle Payne — a thoughtful, insightful guide who helps people navigate the messy, beautiful work of becoming more self-aware so they can show up differently for themselves and their families. We talk about: ✨ How self-awareness is the foundation of breaking generational patterns ✨ Why noticing your triggers is more powerful than trying to "fix" yourself ✨ The...

In this tender, truth-filled episode, I'm joined by  Melanie Carolyn —a guide, healer, and teacher devoted to helping others return to themselves through compassion, embodiment, and soul work. We talk about: What it really means to come home to yourself after years of disconnection Why slowing down and softening is essential for healing old patterns The quiet courage it takes to listen to your bod...

In this soulful episode, I'm joined by Chris Wasko —Energy Healer, Spiritual Counselor, and Psychic Medium with a deep devotion to trauma recovery and soul reconnection. We explore: What it means to truly come back to yourself after trauma How healing narcissistic abuse isn't just about survival—it's about sovereignty The power of energy work and intuitive healing in restoring trust in your own bo...