The Creative, Ambitious Moms Podcast

In this walking episode, we explore how new chapters are perfect opportunities for reinvention. Whether you're moving, retiring, or moving forward after a loss, this episode offers practical strategies and insights to help you step into your authentic self.    We'll discuss the benefits of reinventing yourself, share case studies, highlight the differences between authentic and inauthentic reinven...

Patricia shares about being flexible to change, the following in intuition, and trusting the redirection in your life. She shares a personal story as well as practical reflection tools for you.   ****   Ready to make a change?  Book your free Explore Call with Patricia.   Patricia's 1:1 and group coaching programs are about becoming the active designer of your life through any transitional phase....

In this episode, Patricia shares the importance of going at your own pace during significant life transitions such as postpartum, injury, loss, or major changes. We discuss how life isn't a race and the benefits of slowing down, including better mental health and sustainable growth. We also examine the costs of not pacing yourself, like chronic stress and burnout, and why taking it slow can be a f...

Patricia coaches Courtney, a fellow podcaster and coach, on budgeting time and setting realistic expectations for her many creative and ambitious goals!   Courtney is an empowerment coach + host of Journey to Limitless podcast. Her mission is to help you break the cycles that are holding you back from paving your own unique path forward. Courtney is an open book on her podcast, sharing her real ex...

Mom multitasking at its finest, this is the first solo episode recorded on a walk.  Join Patricia on a meandering stroll (literally) about how every climb is different, and about adopting a growth mindset and embracing change.   ****   Ready to make a change? Book your free Explore Call with Patricia.   Patricia's 1:1 and group coaching programs are about becoming the active designer of your life...

Entering motherhood is a period of transformation, transition, and responsibility. Patricia records her first solo episode as a new mom, about two months after the birth of her first son. They made it past their first 40 days together as well as their first Mother's Day!    You may hear some baby noises in the background, as well as baby Smith's celebrity lookalikes! 😆 ****   Ready to make a chan...

Julia Billings is a German national who moved to the US for work and stayed for love. She arrived in New York 5 years ago to start what she thought was going to be her dream career at the United Nations. She has worked as a recruiter, talent and leadership development professional in several roles in the international space and then became a mom – and all her priorities shifted. Instead of long ho...

Lynne and Patricia chat about the gestational process of writing books, or in Lynne's case, of working on multiple stories in different stages at the same time.   Lynne Golodner is the author of nine books, including her first novel, WOMAN OF VALOR. She's also a marketing entrepreneur and writing coach.    After working as a journalist in New York and Washington, D.C., Lynne returned to her native...

Patricia and her husband discuss the arrival of their son – consider this an audio birth announcement! Together, they interview each other about being new parents, share their birth story, and provide advice for new parents. Stay tuned for more exciting Smith family updates… the best is yet to come!   ****   Ready to make a change? Book your free Explore Call with Patricia.   Patricia's 1:1 and gr...

Erin and Patricia discuss Erin's gestational process toward her dream life and vision for her future. This was the first collaborative episode pre-recorded for Season 2, do we hope you enjoy the fruits of the early creative process, too!   About Erin (in her own words): The beautiful life around me is not a mistake, and the miracle of my journey is in no way lost on me. From being nearly swallowed...

Happy Birthday Patricia! In today's episode, Particia shares 29 important lessons/reminders in life that we all need to hear, as she celebrates her 29th birthday. It's not about you.  Communicate directly about desires, wishes, & expectations.  Be present. This moment is a gift and will only happen once, so enjoy it. Give a gift to your future self.  Learn more about finances and interest rates Ha...

If you've ever been curious about surrogacy and how it works, this episode is for you! In this panel, Patricia interviews Candice Swanson and Ariel Taylor about their experience as multiple-time surrogates, who it can benefit, ethical and legal considerations, myths, and more! Candice and Ariel bring unique perspectives as citizens of different countries (the US and Canada!), and additionally have...

Maternal Mental Health is a topic not often openly discussed. Particia and Kayanna dive into some of the challenges and expectations new moms face post child birth. We have access to great resources, and it's really important to find what resonates with you. Motherhood is a huge change; it's a beautiful transition into a new version of ourselves. There can be many bumps along the road of motherhoo...

Patricia interviews her former professor, Dr. Austin Choi-Fitzpatrick. They dive into the concept of gestation within social movements and the elements involved in creating them, as well as his personal journey as a mid-career academic considering how to add a new challenge or adventure in his life. Austin Choi-Fitzpatrick is an author, speaker, and educator. His work focuses on social change as i...

Sarah and Patricia dive deep into the topic of entering motherhood. Sarah shares her experiences with her birth processes and postpartum journeys, and how unique each experience will be for every mother.   Sarah Marie Bilger is a mom of two, wife, certified nutrition professional, doula, and podcast host. She is on a mission to cultivate intentional conversations around the early years of motherho...

In this unique episode, Patricia and her writing mentor, Catherine Filloux, interview Effy Redman about the gestational process for her memoir, Saving Face.   About Effy, our featured memoirist: Effy Redman's writing investigates the intersection of disability and identity, building bridges in minority communities. Drawing from her journey as a lesbian with Moebius Syndrome (a rare condition of fa...

This episode is ALL about Patricia's personal experience as a first-time mom and pregnant lady: What she learned What she experienced (feelings, moods, different trimester symptoms, food cravings, exercise – and so much more! Tips on education and support    Tune in and be sure to let us know what resonated most, whether you're pregnant, thinking about becoming pregnant, have kids already, or mayb...

Patricia has been through SO many changes in the past two years since she first started the podcast. This includes feeling optimally healthy after years of feeling ill, completing multiple Spartan races, completing coach training, starting her own business, getting married, moving, and starting a new family (including a Morkie puppy and a baby on the way!).   Kabir, a former guest on episode 39, o...

Hi, I'm Patricia Cosulich-Smith, a certified life coach, podcaster, playwright, social innovator, and expectant new mama. Oh, and obviously the host of this the Transitions podcast. In keeping with the show's history of highlighting life transitions, I decided to launch a new season focused on the theme of gestation because it is top of mind for me as a pregnant lady/new mom. So there will be some...

It's time for the biggest announcement and life change ever… Patricia is pregnant! Tune in to hear a quick update plus a podcast announcement. Mark your calendars for our Season 2 launch on March 1, 2024!     ****   Ready to make a change? Book your free Explore Call with Patricia.   Patricia's 1:1 and group coaching programs are about becoming the active designer of your life through any transiti...

Patricia & Diana also discuss how knowing yourself, particularly your values,  can help you live in alignment with your purpose, and how fundamental this is to successful life design. This episode is especially for you if you have ever felt stuck or frustrated at work (or with any other endeavor in life), and tools to guide you forward. Diana also shares about her recent Master's Capstone on posit...

In this short bonus episode, Patricia and her husband recap highlights and mishaps of their honeymoon. Their Texas to California road trip was nothing short of an adventure, including a nasty virus as well as hurricane and flash flood warnings!   Recommended Wedding-Related Episodes: Ep 54: Engagement Episode (w/ Patricia & hubby) Ep 58: Engagement w/ Katie DePaola Silverman   ****   Ready to make...

Patricia and her husband recap their summer wedding on a Western style ranch in Austin, TX! From cowboy boots and belt buckles to kazoos and a pancake bar, it was an unforgettable and special day. It really was everything we wanted and more (including a lot of beautiful memories we didn't know we wanted!).   Recommended Wedding-Related Episodes: Ep 54: Engagement Episode (w/ Patricia & hubby) Ep 5...

Kacie recently quit her job, solo-hiked 120 km of El Camino de Santiago, and is pivoting into a career in public speaking! What a time ripe with transition! Kacie is a shining example of choosing her own path, seizing life by the horns (or, disco ball, more likely), and being true to herself. Kacie Brennell is a multi-passionate learn-it-all who has been through her fair share of transitions. From...

Patricia interviews her podcast editor, Sue Ruhe! They chat about how multiple major life events prompted Sue to shift into entrepreneurship after a 14 year career as a Registered Massage Therapist, as well as coping skills, dealing with regret, finding support for yourself as a caregiver, and building support systems. Sue Ruhe is an entrepreneur who holds many gifts and skills. She has fallen in...