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PODCAST

The Mothers’ Empowerment Podcast

Isabelle Bridges

Welcome to the Mother’s Empowerment Podcast where we help you build an empowering lifestyle from the inside out by keeping it simple, inspiring, and doable. Look for a new episode every Tuesday.

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27:32

Adulting as an Act of Love: Life & Disability...

The Mothers’ Empowerment Podcast ·

2026/01/27

When you’re already over capacity, the idea of planning for worst-case scenarios can feel… impossible. Many of us were never taught how to think about life insurance, disability insurance, or estate planning—especially as moms. So we avoid it, tell ourselves “my partner handles that,” and hope for the best.In this episode, I’m joined by Wallis Tsai of Above Board Financial, a former Goldman Sachs insider who now helps real families make grounded, no-BS insurance decisions that actually match their

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33:13

Wintering as a Rite of Passage: Womb Wisdom for Tired...

The Mothers’ Empowerment Podcast ·

2026/01/15

In this deeply nourishing conversation, Isabelle is joined by Jessica Golden, women’s health practitioner, acupuncturist, ritual guide, and mother, to explore motherhood as a rite of passage—and what happens when women are not held through that threshold.Together, they unpack the lost art of wintering: slowing down, integrating, and tending the womb as both a physical and energetic center of wisdom. This episode offers language, permission, and an embodied experience for mothers who feel stretched

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33:29

How Anxiety Impacts New Year's Resolutions with Lisa...

The Mothers’ Empowerment Podcast ·

2025/12/30

As mothers, we’re told that if we just try harder, get more disciplined, and stick to our resolutions, life will finally feel better.But what if the problem isn’t your willpower at all… What if it’s that your nervous system is already over capacity, and your inner critic is running the show? In this powerful New Year episode, I’m joined by multi–award-winning psychotherapist, executive coach, and author Lisa Skeffington, who has spent nearly three decades helping high-performing women move from

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12:17

Stop Walking On Eggshells

The Mothers’ Empowerment Podcast ·

2025/12/16

As the holidays approach, many women find themselves walking on eggshells — carefully managing other people’s emotions to avoid conflict, guilt, or drama. In this episode, Isabelle explores why “offense” can become a subtle control mechanism in relationships, and why being willing to disappoint someone (kindly) can actually create more honesty, trust, and intimacy.You’ll learn how to stop living under the “tyranny of the tantrum,” how to tell the truth without over-explaining, and how to set simple

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20:45

How to Be a Team During the Holidays (Without Mom...

The Mothers’ Empowerment Podcast ·

2025/12/09

If the holidays tend to leave you feeling like the overworked event planner, caterer, housekeeper, and emotional support human all rolled into one… this episode is for you. In this conversation-style solo episode, Isabelle invites you to gently rewrite the “mom does everything” script and begin relating to your family as an actual team during the holidays. You’ll receive real, word-for-word scripts you can use with: Younger kids who want to help but need a clear “job” Tweens and teens who are ready

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21:55

Bringing Back Judgement, Guilt, and Shame

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2025/11/04

What if the emotions we've been taught to eliminate—judgment, guilt, and shame—are actually essential tools for raising grounded, accountable children?In this episode, I'm challenging the cultural narrative that says all judgment is bad, all guilt is toxic, and all shame is damaging. While anger, sadness, and offense are celebrated in our culture, we've made it taboo to discern right from wrong, to feel guilty when we've hurt someone, or to experience shame when we've crossed a moral line. But

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26:07

GIRL Goals

The Mothers’ Empowerment Podcast ·

2025/10/28

GIRL Goals: Cultivating Dreams That Feel As Good As They LookHave you ever set a goal that felt exciting at first... but then turned into a source of stress and pressure? In this episode, I'm sharing a brand new framework for goal-setting that honors feminine energy, removes false urgency, and makes the journey as delicious as the destination. Say goodbye to the stress of SMART goals (especially that time-bound T!) and hello to GIRL Goals: Grounded, Intuitive, Resonant, and Luscious. In This

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30:11

The Art of Self-fullness

The Mothers’ Empowerment Podcast ·

2025/10/16

In This Episode, I Share:✨ Why I start my day with ME (even just 5 minutes) – and how my morning walk with Pepper is non-negotiable 🍽️ How I eat for ME – why planning meals ahead (including breakfast and lunch) helps me avoid the "forget to eat" trap 🎧 The content I consume that fills MY cup – from Mel Robbins podcasts to reading Heart's Desire with my women's circle 🥾 Why I go to places I love – hiking with friends, beach days with Grace and Ben, and those sacred summer drives to Montana 🏡 How

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33:48

Forgiveness as Freedom: Why You Don't Have to Forgive...

The Mothers’ Empowerment Podcast ·

2025/09/23

In this powerful conversation, I sit down with Katharine Giovanni, a three-time award-winning bestselling author, transformation mentor, and intuitive guide who has appeared on over 130 podcasts worldwide. Katharine doesn't just inspire - she helps people remember who they were before the world told them otherwise.What We Cover: Why traditional forgiveness advice falls short (and what to do instead) The "coffee cup method" - a visual understanding of how anger affects your entire life Katharine's

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18:20

Parenting as Visionary Leadership

The Mothers’ Empowerment Podcast ·

2025/09/16

What if parenting isn’t just about getting through the day—but about shaping the leaders of tomorrow?In this episode of The Mother’s Empowerment Podcast, I share how I’ve come to see motherhood as visionary leadership. I open up about moments in my own parenting when I’ve felt exhausted, overwhelmed, or unsure—and how those very moments became my teachers in what true leadership really is. I talk about the difference between weak, authoritarian, and visionary leadership, and how I’ve noticed each

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45:13

When Mama Gets Triggered: A New Way to Think About Anger

The Mothers’ Empowerment Podcast ·

2025/09/09

Ever feel like you're about to completely lose it with your kids? In this episode, I'm sharing a game-changing reframe that's helped me and dozens of mamas in our community understand what's really happening when we get triggered - and what to do about it. Spoiler alert: it involves comparing being angry to being drunk, and it might just change everything for you.What You'll Learn: Why anger gets bigger and faster as we approach perimenopause (and what to do about it) The powerful reframe that

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31:47

Who Me? Perimenopause? Reclaiming Your Power During...

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2025/09/02

Welcome back to the Mother's Empowerment Podcast! As we kick off the new school year, we're diving into a conversation that's long overdue - perimenopause. This isn't just about hot flashes and mood swings; it's about understanding a phase of life that affects 50% of the population yet remains largely ignored by traditional medicine. Join host Isabelle Bridges as she sits down with Dyna Vink, a certified Integrative Health Practitioner and founder of Holistic Nutrition Lifestyle, to explore how

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28:43

The Disempowering Role You Should Not Play in Your...

The Mothers’ Empowerment Podcast ·

2025/04/30

In this episode, we explore the crucial difference between being the hero versus the guide in our children's lives. Through Donald Miller's StoryBrand framework and our BRIDGE pillars, we discover how stepping back from the hero role actually empowers our children to develop their own strength and resilience.Key Points: Understanding the hero's journey framework in parenting Why children need guides, not heroes How the BRIDGE pillars support conscious guidance The connection between nervous system

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39:38

Which will You Choose? Caring for Your Kids, having a...

The Mothers’ Empowerment Podcast ·

2025/04/15

In this episode, we’ll explore why you can have a clean and beautiful house or you can care for your children, but you can’t have both…at least, not if you want to stay sane.Or can you? Let’s find out. [3:59] The sanity triangle. [6:25] Dichotomy vs. integration. [8:09] Can we find a balance? [10:54] Embrace the wobble. [12:58] Life is made up of seasons. [15:05] The interconnectedness of all things. [19:16] You’re worth the effort it takes. [22:10] Your worthiness isn’t dependent on a clean and

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24:37

Reclaiming Energy & Embracing the Human Experience...

The Mothers’ Empowerment Podcast ·

2025/04/01

In this heartfelt conversation, Victoria Jazwic and I explore the deep connections between spirituality, astrology, and personal empowerment. We discuss the power of embracing the human experience, the importance of feeling safe versus being safe, and how to reclaim energy during times of transformation.⏳ What You’ll Learn in This Episode: Embracing the Human Experience (@2:00) ✨ Victoria shares her journey of navigating chronic pain with self-compassion, shifting from a mindset of fixing to one of

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26:06

Not Just a Mom: Reclaiming Your Identity and Power...

The Mothers’ Empowerment Podcast ·

2025/02/18

In this heartfelt episode, I sit down with Megan Van Noy to dive into her powerful journey of losing and rediscovering her identity as a new mom. Megan shares her experiences of feeling isolated, overwhelmed, and disconnected during the early days of motherhood, especially amidst the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic.We explore the steps Megan took to reconnect with her passions, reclaim her sense of self, and rebuild her life after leaving an abusive relationship. Her story is a testament to the

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20:26

Happy Chinese New Year, Happy Imbolc and Happy The...

The Mothers’ Empowerment Podcast ·

2025/01/30

🎙 Here's another solo episodeAs we step into the first New Moon of 2025 and celebrate Imbolc, we’re invited to honor the light returning—both in nature and within ourselves. In this episode, I share a personal story about self-love, the significance of Imbolc as the bridge between winter and spring, and how the New Moon in Aquarius can help us shed old patterns and embrace transformation. 💫 What You’ll Learn in This Episode: ✨ What Imbolc is and how it symbolizes renewal ✨ The energy of the New

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30:00

Raising Financially Literate Children with Kathryn...

The Mothers’ Empowerment Podcast ·

2025/01/14

On this episode of The Mother's Empowerment Podcast, Kathryn Holland, a financial advisor and advocate for financial literacy, joins us to discuss the importance of teaching children about money from an early age. Kathryn shares her personal journey into financial empowerment and practical insights on how parents can instill confidence and knowledge in their kids about finances.Key Takeaways: Why Financial Literacy Matters: Kathryn explains that financial literacy is not just a skill but an act of

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30:30

Drop Into The Fertile Void with Elizabeth Brett

The Mothers’ Empowerment Podcast ·

2024/12/03

Elizabeth Brett is a priestess mama on a mission to help you remember the ancient wisdom coursing through your veins, reclaim the magic only you possess, and step into your Queen era. In our recent conversation, we delved into the often overlooked yet vital phase of the cycle—the fertile void. Society often teaches us that this quiet, seemingly unproductive period is "bad" because nothing appears to be happening. But we want to affirm that the fertile void is not only normal but necessary.Just like

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34:18

Women's Wellness Now with Dani Roy (042 REAIR)

The Mothers’ Empowerment Podcast ·

2024/11/27

Join Dani and I as we dive deep into conversations surrounding empowerment during the holiday season; because it's high time we reclaim control over our well-being amidst all the chaos. Get ready to prioritize yourself guilt-free – after all, putting your own oxygen mask on first might just be the greatest gift you give this year! Dani Marie Roy NC has been practicing holistic nutrition for the last 11 years with thousands of woman + littles all over the world. Her passion for women's health grew

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