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Imperfect Mommying: Better Parenting through Self-Healing with Alysia Lyons

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Our children aren’t listening to the lecture, they are watching the show. They are looking to you for examples of how to live; absorbing lessons from the unconscious ways in which we navigate the world. So what can we do? We can make sure that we are functioning from a place of self-awareness, and that we are demonstrating healthy relationships with ourselves and others. It’s not as simple as setting an intention to model those behaviors because guess what? We also learned how to operate from our

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00:10:46

Grandma Guilt: Why Mom Guilt Doesn’t Retire at 18

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2025/11/10

We expect mom guilt to fade when our kids grow up — but often, it lingers quietly in our hearts. In this episode, Alysia dives into the deeper layers of grandma guilt and how it connects to generational patterns of shame, sacrifice, and self-blame.Through stories, reflection, and healing insight, you’ll learn how to transform guilt into gratitude — and begin creating peace that ripples through generations.✨ In this episode:The hidden ways mom guilt shows up in adulthoodHow unhealed guilt gets passed

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00:07:08

The Strong One Syndrome: When Supporting Everyone...

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2025/11/03

Are you the one everyone leans on — but secretly running on empty?In this episode, I explore the hidden cost of “being the strong one” and why peace in relationships begins when we stop overgiving and start allowing support. You’ll learn how to shift from quiet resentment to interdependence, creating genuine connection without losing yourself in the process.This conversation is part of November’s Peace with People theme — where we’re healing family dynamics through gratitude and grace.✨ Listen to

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00:07:52

Why Helping Others Shouldn’t Mean Burning Out

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2025/10/28

What if service didn’t have to mean sacrifice?In this episode, I’m challenging the outdated belief that to serve others, we have to give until it hurts. Real service doesn’t drain you—it aligns you. When you give from your natural gifts, passions, and joy, you serve in a way that fills *both* you and those you help.We’ll explore how to recognize when you’re serving from obligation versus overflow, and how to redefine “giving” in a way that feels peaceful, purposeful, and sustainable.💛 Tune in to

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00:12:51

Mom Life Burnout: The Hidden Signs You Can’t Ignore...

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2025/10/07

Do you ever feel like you’re doing everything for everyone but losing yourself in the process? In this episode, I’m unpacking what mom life burnout really looks like—the subtle signs we often ignore until our bodies or emotions start screaming for attention.We’ll talk about why burnout happens, how it shows up differently for each mom, and the simple mindset and energy shifts that can help you come back home to yourself. You’ll learn how to recognize when you’re moving from “doing” to drowning, and

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00:10:39

Breaking Free from the “Do It Myself” Trap

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2025/09/17

Feeling like you’re the only one who can do things the “right” way? In this episode, I dive deep into the trap of ‘If I want it done right, I’ve got to do it myself’—why we fall into it, how it drains our peace, and practical steps to let go of perfection and embrace support. From redefining what “right” means to sharing stories of moms learning to release control, this conversation will help you reclaim your energy, strengthen your relationships, and model balance for your kids. Subscribe for more

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00:20:33

The 5 Love Languages of Self Care How to Nurture...

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2025/08/22

Do you ever feel like traditional self-care tips just don’t “click” for you? That’s because self-care isn’t one-size-fits-all—it’s deeply personal. In this episode, I explore how to use the 5 Love Languages as a powerful self-care framework so you can feel truly seen, supported, and loved by yourself.We’ll walk through each love language—Words of Affirmation, Acts of Service, Receiving Gifts, Quality Time, and Physical Touch—and I’ll share practical, real-life examples of how to turn them inward

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00:39:43

Connection After Kids: A Candid Conversation About...

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2025/07/11

Struggling with intimacy, low libido, or body shame after kids? You’re not alone—and this episode is a must-listen.In this open and empowering conversation, I welcome Pauline Ryeland, also known as The Intimacy Whisperer, to break the silence around sex, shame, trauma, and the impact of motherhood on our sexual connection. We explore everything from healing after birth and reigniting desire to teaching kids about consent and navigating shame from religious or cultural conditioning.Pauline blends

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00:35:29

Why Kids Struggle With Emotions—and What We Can Do...

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2025/07/03

Are your kids bottling up their feelings—or are you?In this powerful conversation, children’s author and parenting advocate Angela Legh joins Alysia Lyons to unpack the hidden cost of emotional repression, how childhood trauma shows up in adult behavior, and why “putting on a brave face” does more harm than good. They explore healing triggers, modeling emotional expression, and how we can rewrite the stories we were handed—starting with ourselves.Whether you're navigating parenting challenges,

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00:29:25

How to Support Kids with Disabilities | Life Skills...

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2025/06/27

In this episode, I welcome Shari Pierce—retired special education teacher, author, and sibling of an adult with developmental disabilities. With over 30 years in the classroom, Shari shares practical life skills for parents and teachers, stories from her career, and powerful advice on how we can better support and include people with intellectual disabilities.We explore:* Why inclusion matters in schools and at home* How to talk to your kids about disabilities* Lessons from teaching hands-on life

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00:33:19

Making Family Travel Easier: Lee Friedman on...

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2025/06/20

In this episode, I sit down with Lee Friedman—former lawyer, mom of two, and founder of Mango Tree Travel—to talk about how she transitioned from a 15-year legal career into the world of family travel entrepreneurship.Lee shares how motherhood changed her perspective on travel, how COVID reshaped her career path, and what inspired her to build a resource for parents who want to enjoy traveling with kids (yes, it’s possible!).We also talk about:✨ The unexpected journey from law to lifestyle freedom✨

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00:29:07

No One Knows What They're Doing: The Truth About...

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2025/06/13

Feeling like you're messing up as a mom? You're not alone—and you're not doing it wrong. In this powerful conversation, I sit down with marriage and family therapist Lynda Martin to talk about the messy, beautiful truth of parenting without a manual.We dive into:✔️ Why no parenting book fits every child✔️ How to balance flexibility with consistency✔️ What Lynda’s own daughters taught her about love, repair, and being “good enough”This episode is full of wisdom, laughs, and the reminder that

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00:26:24

Meltdowns, Music, and Managing Emotions: Parenting...

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2025/06/06

Ever feel like you're walking on eggshells trying to manage your child's big emotions? Especially when you're running on empty yourself?In this episode, I welcome Samantha Foote—board-certified music therapist and parent consultant for families with neurodivergent kids. We talk about emotional regulation, the power of music to shift moods, and how parents can stay steady during the storm of a meltdown.You’ll walk away with actionable strategies for supporting your child and yourself—like creating

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00:32:20

How to Heal Through Energy: Unlock the Power of Soul...

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2025/05/30

Are you struggling with emotional or physical health issues that just won’t seem to improve? In this episode of Imperfect Mommying, Kristine Genovese reveals how unresolved emotions and trauma can manifest as physical ailments, and how you can heal them through energy work. Kristine shares the powerful Soul Intelligence Method, which helps uncover the root causes of illness by releasing stuck energy from the body.We discuss the science behind energy healing, how emotional wellness is directly

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00:31:43

How to Talk So Kids Will Listen-Calm Connected...

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2025/05/23

Feeling disconnected from your kids? In this episode of Imperfect Mommying, I welcome psychologist and author Suanne Lewis to explore how *mindful parenting* and *effective communication* can create deeper connection, especially in today’s fast-paced, tech-heavy world.Suanne shares her four-step approach for *how to talk so kids will listen*, including practical communication tools like reflective listening, open-ended questions, and mindful presence. We also talk about the impact of COVID on social

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00:28:43

Trying to Do It All as a Mom? Why Ditching ‘Should’...

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2025/05/16

Feeling stretched thin, stuck in guilt, and trying to do it ALL? You’re not alone. In this episode of Imperfect Mommying, I welcome Christy Gamir—a therapist turned mom coach—who shares her personal and professional journey through burnout, working motherhood, and what it really takes to release the pressure of being “perfect.”We dive into the emotional weight moms carry, from unrealistic expectations to lost community support, and how shifting our mindset (especially dropping the word should) can

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00:37:42

It’s Not Just You—We’re Wired to Avoid Emotions with...

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2025/05/09

In this episode, I welcome the incredible Dr. Michelle Maidenberg—mom of four, therapist, author, professor, and trauma expert—for a deep conversation on parenting through imperfection, emotional healing, and living a life aligned with our values.We explore her “ACE” framework—Acceptance, Compassion, and Empowerment—and how it helps both children and adults move through emotional avoidance, self-criticism, and stuckness. Dr. Michelle shares moving client stories that show how our inner child often

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00:31:09

Healing Your Inner Child Makes You a Better Mom with...

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2025/05/02

In this episode, I welcome energy worker and intuitive guide Joy Baker for a conversation that dives deep into the unconscious beliefs that shape our lives—and how to unravel them. Though Joy isn’t a mom herself, she brings powerful insights from 30 years of inner work, energy reading, and helping others heal ancestral patterns and trauma. We explore the power of intuition, why so many of us learn to ignore it, and how to start trusting ourselves again—especially as parents. We talk about modeling

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00:34:51

You Can Choose Peace — Here’s How with Meera Ishaya |...

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2025/04/25

In this episode, I welcome Meera Ishaya—Ashai monk, author, and mother—for a beautiful conversation about the power of presence and the choice we all have between peace and pain. Meera shares how her journey from chaos to calm began with learning to prioritize stillness, simplicity, and self-care, even in the midst of motherhood.We talk about what it means to know yourself beyond thoughts, emotions, and sensations, how chronic pain and emotional overwhelm are often symptoms of unconscious patterns,

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00:29:34

Nick’s New Heart: A Mother’s Journey Through the...

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2025/04/18

In this episode , I welcome the remarkable Susan May—author, mother of four, and grandmother of eight—as she shares the deeply moving story of her youngest son's battle with congenital heart defects and his life-saving heart transplant at just two years old. With warmth, humor, and unwavering strength, Susan walks us through the highs and heartbreaks of raising a medically fragile child, the decisions no parent ever wants to face, and how love was the guiding force through it all.She reminds us of

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00:27:43

S8 E16: Bringing the World Home with Jennifer Robin...

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2025/04/11

In this episode, I welcome leadership coach, business consultant, and author Jennifer Robin Wilson! Jennifer shares the heart behind her new book The Heart of Homestay, a powerful guide for families opening their homes to international students. We explore the cultural richness of the homestay experience, the unexpected ways it fosters growth, and how normalizing discomfort and failure can be transformative for both hosts and students. We also dive into parenting insights, cross-cultural

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