The Coach Is In

In this heartfelt episode of Know Them, Be Them, Raise Them, hosts Carmelita (Cat) Tiu and Irene Uy explore the emotional, cultural, and practical challenges of caring for aging parents while raising children—a reality many face in the “sandwich generation.” Cat opens up about her personal journey of navigating guilt, distance, and love, while Irene offers thoughtful reflections on honoring both o...

In this episode hosts Carmelita (Cat) Tiu and Irene Uy open up about the hard truths of friendships that end. From cultural differences and peer pressure to setting boundaries and recognizing when a relationship has run its course, they explore how to let go with integrity while staying true to yourself. [00:00:00] Warm welcome & intention for the episode – Irene and Cat talk about showing up...

In this thoughtful episode of The Coach Is In, Irene and Cat explore how we form our ideas of role models—what shapes them, how they evolve, and why it’s essential to remain mindful of who and what we admire. Through personal stories, parenting insights, and cultural commentary, they examine how values, struggle, and visibility intersect to influence both adults and the next generation. ⏱️ Content...

In this heartfelt episode, Cat and Irene unpack what it really means to be "consistent" as parent leaders juggling work, family, and everything in between. They explore how flexibility, alignment with personal values, and redefining success can free us from guilt and pressure when life doesn’t follow the plan. 00:00 - Welcome Back + Real-Life Interruptions Cat and Irene check in after a few weeks...

In this episode, Carmelita Tiu dives into how parents can use current events to spark meaningful, age-appropriate conversations with their kids. From political turmoil to celebrity scandals, she offers guidance on turning the headlines into teachable moments that encourage empathy, critical thinking, and resilience. This episode reminds us that while the world’s news can be overwhelming, it’s also...

In this powerful episode, Irene and Cat explore the complexity of anger—where it comes from, how it shows up in our lives, and how to respond to it with empathy and strategy. From personal stories to insights sparked by the Netflix show Adolescents, they unpack how anger is often a mask for deeper unmet needs, and how to deescalate it in ourselves, our families, and even society at large. ⏱️ Episo...

In this episode, Cat and Irene dive deep into the messy, meaningful topic of authenticity—especially when it comes to how we show up in our careers, relationships, and everyday lives. They explore how our identities evolve over time, how imposter syndrome can creep in during transitions, and what it really means to "practice" becoming who you are. [00:01:00] Authenticity in Focus The hosts reflect...

Decision fatigue is real, and as parent leaders juggling work, family, and personal lives, we face countless small and big decisions daily. In this episode, Cat and Irene discuss how reducing choices, embracing "mostly fine" decisions, and delegating responsibility can make decision-making easier and more effective. Content Highlights The Burden of Daily Decisions The countless decisions parents m...

In this episode, we dive into the topic of invisible labor—the unseen emotional, mental, and logistical work that women often carry in their personal lives, friendships, and workplaces. We explore how these expectations shape our daily lives, why setting boundaries can be so challenging, and practical strategies to reclaim time and energy for what truly matters. Episode Highlights [00:02:10] – Wha...

In this episode of The Coach is In, Cat and Irene dive into the pressures of perfectionism in parenting. They explore how high expectations shape parental guilt, where these standards come from, and how embracing a "good enough" mindset can lead to more joy and fulfillment in both parenting and life. Episode Highlights & Timestamps: [00:01:30] - Defining Perfectionism in Parenting How perfecti...

In this episode, Irene and Cat delve into how early experiences with authority figures influence workplace behavior, leading to fear, people-pleasing, and self-doubt. They share personal stories and strategies to recognize and reshape these patterns for healthier professional relationships. Content Highlights: [00:00:00] – Introduction to the episode's theme: authority in personal and professional...

In this episode, Irene and Cat shed light on: Self-Care and Achievement as seemingly conflicting values Self-Care has a learning curve Openness to unexpected outcome What doing well means to *you* Book Recommendations: Ray Dalio's Principles: https://a.co/d/dvOhfvQ Ramit Sethi's I Will Teach You to Be Rich: https://a.co/d/8a2oGPX About the show: Join us, Irene Uy and Carmelita (Cat) Tiu, both cert...

In this episode, Irene and Cat shed light on: Calibrating Expectations Family as a Value Time Audit: The realities of our day Your Body and its Untapped Wisdom Becoming Your Values About the show: Join us, Irene Uy and Carmelita (Cat) Tiu, both certified life coaches, as we share our stories and hear from business leaders, generational pioneers and experts as we discuss the personal, relational an...

In this episode, Irene and Cat shed light on: A wedding A graduation Finding Joy in the Journey About the show: Join us, Irene Uy and Carmelita (Cat) Tiu, both certified life coaches, as we share our stories and hear from business leaders, generational pioneers and experts as we discuss the personal, relational and professional challenges we, immigrants and children of immigrants face. Get ready t...

Meet Irene. She's a Holistic Leadership Coach whose current focus is helping adult children of highly successful parents cultivate their independence. Navigating one's life choices can be challenging especially when you have highly successful parents hovering over your every move; as if to project their own life choices on you. At the same time, parents never really stop being parents, even to the...

In this episode, Irene and Cat shed light on: what motivated them to start a podcast what coaching is what coaching isn't what you can expect from here on out! About the show: Join us, Irene Uy and Carmelita (Cat) Tiu, both certified life coaches, as we share our stories and hear from business leaders, generational pioneers and experts as we discuss the personal, relational and professional challe...

 Welcome to The Coach is In, the podcast for parent leaders who are carrying it all. Careers, kids, family, and the invisible weight no one seems to see.  If you've ever wondered, how can I show up for my family and take care of myself, or when is it time to let go of old patterns that don't serve me? We've got you.  Each episode will bring practical tools, real life stories, And honest conversati...