The Thriving Mompreneur

In this episode, Liz Kent tackles the pervasive issue of mom guilt, a feeling most mothers have experienced. She explains why mom guilt is so persistent, especially for ambitious mompreneurs who are constantly balancing business goals and family needs.  Liz reveals how societal and self-imposed expectations contribute to this overwhelming feeling and how it can become a barrier to both business gr...

Join Liz Kent on this episode of The Thriving Mompreneur as she chats with Lianna Purvis, a therapist and parenting coach specializing in supporting parents of neurodivergent children.  Lianna sheds light on why meltdowns often seem to "come out of nowhere" for neurodivergent kids, explaining the concept of a "slow burn" of sensory and emotional buildup. She offers practical, p...

Join Liz Kent and professional organizer Di Ter Avest for an insightful conversation about how a well-organized home and life can drastically reduce stress for busy moms. Di, a mom of two and founder of Di Is Organized, shares her holistic "Organize Yourself Healthy" method, which connects physical organization with time management, self-care, and overall well-being. This episode offers...

In this empowering episode of The Thriving Mompreneur , your host, Liz Kent, welcomes Lindsay Fletcher, a sales consultant, fellow podcaster, and co-owner of a successful pool maintenance business. Lindsay shares her unique journey from running a service-based business to recognizing a crucial need for sales and marketing education among entrepreneurs.  She dives deep into the common hurdles mompr...

In this episode of Thriving Mompreneur podcast, host Liz Kent unpacks the often-hidden beliefs and societal pressures that prevent mompreneurs, particularly those in helping professions, from embracing financial abundance. Liz shares her personal journey of dismantling detrimental money mindsets, revealing how deeply ingrained ideas about self-sacrifice can sabotage a thriving business and persona...

In this episode of The Thriving Mompreneur podcast, host Liz Kent chats with Danielle Sangalli, a licensed therapist and relationship coach, about the concept of "single spousing." Danielle explains this term, which describes the feeling of being alone in your relationship, even if you love your partner, due to life's obstacles, unaddressed emotional wounds, or the demands of raising...

In this insightful episode of The Thriving Mompreneur podcast, your host Liz Kent chats with Allyson Siegel, a certified personal trainer specializing in pre and postnatal fitness. Allyson shares invaluable advice on how busy moms can weave effective strength training into their lives, highlighting the critical importance of pelvic floor health and the power of consistent, even brief, workouts. Ke...

This episode of The Thriving Mompreneur features Liz Kent and guest Kristine Purcell, a dance movement therapist specializing in menstrual cycle awareness. They delve into the concept of cycle syncing, explaining how understanding and aligning with your body's natural rhythms throughout your menstrual cycle can empower you to optimize your energy, manage your schedule, and reduce feelings of o...

In this insightful episode of The Thriving Mompreneur, therapists and motherhood coaches Mariah Boyer and Liz Kent delve into the pervasive issue of overstimulation experienced by mothers. They explore how sensory overload, coupled with emotional and physical demands, can lead to "mom rage," burnout, and feelings of guilt.  Mariah and Liz share their personal experiences and professional...

The school year is wrapping up, and with it comes a shift in routines and responsibilities. In this episode of The Thriving Mompreneur, Liz Kent, a licensed therapist and coach for moms, shares practical tips and mindset shifts to help you transition smoothly into summer with kids at home. Learn strategies for managing the change in schedules, adjusting work expectations, fostering family involvem...

In this episode of The Thriving Mompreneur , Liz and Mattracea dive deep into the roots of mom guilt, with a focus on the comparison trap and perfectionism that so many moms experience. They share personal insights and therapeutic tools to help moms shift their mindset, set realistic expectations, and build self-compassion. From the pressures of social media to family expectations, they explore ho...

The end of the school year brings the promise of summer fun, but for many moms, it also signals a significant shift in routines and the potential for increased mental load. In this episode of The Thriving Mompreneur , Liz Kent, therapist and maternal mental health coach, shares practical tips and insights on navigating the transition to summer break. She emphasizes the importance of establishing s...

In this insightful episode of The Thriving Mompreneur , host Liz Kent welcomes therapist and coach Kristen Mize to delve into the often unspoken experiences of eldest daughters and how these patterns can impact their journey into motherhood and entrepreneurship. Kristen, an eldest daughter herself and a specialist in maternal mental health, sheds light on the "eldest daughter syndrome,"...

Summary In this episode of The Thriving Mompreneur , Liz Kent addresses the common experience of mothers feeling like they've lost their individual identity after having children. Liz emphasizes that while motherhood is a significant part of who you are, it doesn't have to be the only part. The discussion focuses on practical mindset shifts and strategies for mothers to reconnect with their intere...

This episode of The Thriving Mompreneur features a conversation between host Liz Kent and guest Jenna from The Balanced Mom Method podcast. They delve into the challenges of time management for mothers, emphasizing the importance of self-awareness, setting boundaries, and identifying personal priorities.  Jenna shares her journey through postpartum struggles and how prayer and meditation helped he...

In this episode of The Thriving Mompreneur , Liz Kent, a licensed therapist and coach for moms, discusses the concept of the "mental load" – the often invisible work of anticipating needs, planning, and organizing family life that disproportionately falls on mothers. She emphasizes the importance of understanding what the mental load entails and how to effectively communicate it to partners who ma...

In this episode of The Thriving Mompreneur, Liz Kent, a therapist and coach for moms managing the mental load, and Kara Lucas, a therapist and coach specializing in supporting moms of highly sensitive kids, dive into the unique challenges of parenting children with high sensitivity. They discuss what it means to be highly sensitive, the differences in how sensitivity manifests in children, and the...

In this episode of The Thriving Momprenuer, Liz Kent, a therapist and life coach for moms, delves into the pervasive issue of perfectionism, particularly as it affects moms. She discusses how societal and social media pressures contribute to unrealistic expectations, leading to overwhelm, resentment, and a constant feeling of inadequacy. Liz offers practical strategies for overcoming perfectionism...

In this episode of The Thriving Mompreneur, Liz Kent dives into the challenge of letting go of things that don’t truly matter but often take up too much of our mental and emotional energy. She discusses why we get stuck in frustration, how to reframe our thinking, and practical strategies to release unhelpful expectations. Whether it’s the stress of getting kids out the door or feeling like there’...

In this episode of The Thriving Mompreneur, Liz Kent interviews her business mentor, Anna Rapp, a business coach for heart-centered entrepreneurs and the host of the Heart-Centered Entrepreneur podcast. Anna shares her journey from climbing the corporate ladder to building a successful business that allows her to prioritize her family and personal well-being. They discuss the challenges of transit...

In this episode of The Thriving Mompreneur, Liz Kent sits down with Shi Chen, a coach who helps women entrepreneurs with ADHD build businesses that align with their natural strengths. Shi shares her journey from elementary education to business mentoring, her personal experience of being diagnosed with ADHD at 35, and how that shifted the way she approached her work. Liz and Shi dive into the comm...

In this episode, Liz Kent, a licensed therapist and mom coach, tackles the common struggle of mom overwhelm by diving deep into the art of delegation. She emphasizes that moms are human and can't do it all, and that effective delegation requires a mindset shift and a systematic approach. Liz breaks down how to identify tasks to delegate, communicate expectations, and empower family members to...

In this episode of The Thriving Mompreneur, host Liz Kent, a licensed therapist and mom coach, chats with financial coach and accredited financial counselor, Sarah Roller. They explore the often unspoken mental load of managing family finances, a responsibility that frequently falls on mothers. Sarah shares insights into why this burden is so common, the emotional and behavioral aspects of money m...

In this episode of The Thriving Mompreneur, Liz Kent dives into the all-too-familiar experience of mom guilt and how it plays out in our daily lives. She shares a personal story about overcommitting to school field trips, learning to set realistic boundaries, and navigating the emotional challenges that come with saying "no." Through self-compassion, open conversations with her kids, and...

In this episode of The Thriving Mompreneur podcast, host Liz Kent sits down with Ha Tran, a former tech executive turned full-time coach and mom of three. Ha shares her journey from Vietnam to corporate America, her transition from a high-powered career to entrepreneurship, and how she navigates the challenges of balancing business and motherhood. She offers insights on overcoming fear, finding cl...