Yael and I delve into the intricacies of work-life enrichment, drawing from her book "Work, Parent, Thrive." She shares how to juggle act of various life roles in a way that enhances each other, how to clarify and leverage Values when making difficult decisions, and how working parents can go from overwhelmed to enlivened. Additionally, we introduce acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) for achieving psychological flexibility and how to use it in practice in everyday life.

Timestamps:

0:00 - Reframing Work-Life Balance

8:11 - Work-Life Fulfillment and the 3 Paths to Enrichment

16:06 - Example of Work-Life Fulfillment with Ruth Bader Ginsburg

22:43 - Acceptance and Commitment Therapy & How it's different than CBT

29:52 - Importance of Values, Flexibility, Mindfulness

32:44 - Leading with Values in Decision-Making

37:48 - Impact of Values on Difficult Decisions

47:19 - Good Decisions vs Feeling Good

50:01 - Exploring more Relationships

👋 Connect with Yael

 * ⁠⁠Work, Parent, Thrive Book | https://amzn.to/4bm2IZB
 * Relational Riffs Newsletter | https://relationalriffs.substack.com
 * Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/yaelschonbrun/
 * LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/yaelschonbrun/
 * X/Twitter | https://twitter.com/DrYaelSchonbrun

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20. The Art of Work-Family ENRICHMENT with Yael Schonbrun

Today's episode is for new parents and parents-to-be. I share 5 things I wish everyone knew about new parenting, especially during the rollercoaster newborn phase.

Covering:

1. Best way to consume/evaluate parenting advice. Get out of Checkbox Thinking.

2. What causes 80% of all our problems.

3. The myth of parental intuition and what it really is instead.

4. What to do instead of 50-50 with your co-parent.

5. What's Parental Amnesia & how it impacts self-confidence (but it doesn't have to).

All opinions are, of course, my own! If you disagree, cool, remember Point #1.



📕 Resources mentioned: • And Baby Makes Three | https://amzn.to/3U0LmLD



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19. 5 Things I Wish All New Parents Knew (Newborn Phase)

As we step into 2024, I share my reflections from revisiting my past journal entries and year-end reviews and how my viewpoint on past concerns and aspirations has transformed over time. Let's make 2024 kick-ass!

 * 0:00: Intro
 * 3:13: Personal growth & “Higher quality” triggers.
 * 6:14: Reflecting on progress, appreciation, and how my understanding of success has matured.
 * 12:39: What if your life is someone else’s vision board?
 * 15:51: Until you appreciate and can HANDLE what you already have, you don't get any more.
 * 19:05: Completion = making space for true desires

Parting Q: Reflect on how far you've come since 5, 10, 20 years ago. What if your life right now is someone else's vision board?

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18. Look Back to Look Forward: Reflections On Growth & Gratitude for 2024

Mina Irfan is a spiritual thought leader, life coach, course creator, and author of Lady Balls: How to Be Savagely Succesful in a World Addicted to Suffering. In this episode, she introduces the intriguing concept of the morphogenetic field and its influence on human behavior. We then talk about trauma, how it attracts predators, and how letting go of limiting beliefs can reroute us to attract & sustain healthier relationships instead. Finally, she shares her “Have it All” blueprint, a guide for women to prioritize their desires according to the seasons of their lives, regardless of what they believe society demands of them. Take time to reflect on YOUR desires and ask: What truly brings you fulfillment in all life aspects? 0:00 - Intro 3:14 - Invisible forces that influence us 9:21 - Why “Lady Balls?” 11:41 - Feminine vs Masculine Power 21:23 - Predators can smell your Trauma 24:21 - Victim Training, not Blaming 27:14 - Inner Work = Reconditioning 31:37 - The “Have it All” Blueprint 36:03 - Natural flow or life and roles in relationships 47:16 - Importance of Intangible Value 50:17 - Parenting struggles & Repairing damaged bonds 54:07 - Most common parenting mistake 56:46 - Take care of yourself first 59:29 - Why prioritize relationship with spouse 1:02:12 - Limiting beliefs about parenthood 1:06:24 - Not everyone should have kids 1:09:23 - The Evolutionary Gap & the Cultural Buffet 👋 Connect & Work with Mina • ⁠⁠Book | https://amzn.to/3RuXlOM • YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@Theuniverseguru • Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/theuniverseguru_lifestyle • TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@mina_theuniverseguru • Courses | https://high-value-worthy-woman.thinkific.com/ ❤️⁠ ⁠⁠Support this show | https://anchor.fm/meet-yourself/support 🤝 Work with me: https://www.lucyliang.com/work-with-me/

17. Feminine Fulfillment Beyond Societal Expectations with Mina Irfan

Jess Molina, a feminine energy coach, guides high-achieving women towards balance and dream lives.
Jess shares her story of transitioning from a high-achieving engineer to a full-time mom and life coach.

We explore the personal decision of becoming a stay-at-home mom and tackling the complexities of work-life balance.

We talk about the concept of "bringing the honey to the home," prioritizing self-care for improved relationships, navigate the world of birth coaching, and discussing what surrender and allowing means.

0:00 - Introduction and Background

04:46 Transitioning from engineer to motherhood.

08:21 Success addiction can hinder self-worth.

10:09 Prioritizing work over personal life.

17:48 Transitioning to motherhood and finding fulfillment.

23:24 Put yourself first, overcome resistance.

27:12 Importance of feminine role in relationships.

34:35 Empower women through birth coaching.

38:43 Embrace flexibility in birth plans.

45:59 Feminine energy empowers pleasure and connection.

👋 Connect with Jess

 * ⁠https://theengineertomommy.com/ [⁠⁠https://theengineertomommy.com/⁠]
 * Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/engineertomommy/
 * YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7iMTyUlcqd66BuChQ_Rmuw

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16. Redefining Dreams: Engineer to Mommy with Jess Molina

Ever wonder what really goes on behind the scenes of new motherhood? Today, Amanda Helen and I are stripping away the sugarcoated social media gloss, and getting real about the hormonal, physical, and neurobiological changes that come with bringing a new life into the world.

We discuss how we've adjusted our self-care routines, set boundaries, and learned to prioritize our needs amidst the beautiful chaos of raising our babies. We also delve into the lighter side of things, exploring how this transformative period, despite its challenges, can be a catalyst for self-discovery and personal growth.

So whether you're a new mom yourself, or just curious about what this journey entails, join us for this unscripted conversation about the realities of new motherhood.

(00:00) - New Motherhood

(10:49) - Navigating Postpartum Challenges and Seeking Support

(24:12) - The Challenges of the Fourth Trimester

(29:45) - Transition Into Parenthood and Biological Effects

(33:48) - Neuroplasticity and Parenting

(38:31) - Motherhood, Work, and Personal Growth

(47:00) - Navigating Priorities With a New Baby

(53:49) - Surrender, Motherhood, and Nervous System Work

(01:00:22) - Motherhood and Connection Conversation

👋 Connect with Amanda

 * https://amandahelen.com/
 * Science & Magic Podcast | https://amandahelen.com/science-magic-podcast/
 * Science & Magic YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@scienceandmagicwithamanda

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15. The Science, Magic, and Realities of New Motherhood with Amanda Helen

Join me and Angie Wang (from Angie Creates) as we reflect on our new motherhood journeys, discussing how parenthood impacted our ambitions and priorities, our marriages, our relationships with our own mothers, our creativity, and finally, we discuss the cultural nuances in East and West parenting styles.

This episode offers down-to-earth, honest talk about becoming a new parent mixed with a good dose of philosophizing as is our style. :)

(00:01) Impact of Motherhood on Personal Identity (09:52) Reevaluating Ambitions and Priorities (17:45) Reflections on Motherhood and Parenting (22:42) Cultural Differences in Child Rearing (38:09) Surprising Discoveries of Motherhood (46:14) Exploring Mother-Daughter Relationships and Boundaries (54:22) Conditional Love and Misunderstandings (58:04) Exploring Parenthood and Changing Relationships (01:02:27) Changes in Relationship and Intimacy (01:15:49) The Joys of Parenting and Creating

👋 Connect with Angie

 * Website: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.angiecreates.io/ [https://www.angiecreates.io/]
 * Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/angieeecreates [https://twitter.com/angieeecreates]
 * IG: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/angieeecreates/ [https://www.instagram.com/angieeecreates/]

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14. New Mom Talk: Reflecting on the First 6 Months with Angie Wang

In this episode, I explain why I've renamed this podcast "Meet Yourself" to "Me, Marriage, and Motherhood," and what's the future direction of this show.



00:01 - My 4 Transformational life events

- Weight loss

- Business

- Marriage

- Motherhood

08:38 - What your true desires are

09:19 - Relationships as catalyst for self-growth

11:08 - What about work?



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13. Me, Marriage, and Motherhood - A New Chapter

Join us for a transformative conversation on life, relationships, and the power of self-love with the resilient & ever-evolving Marija!

(Warning: This episode discusses sensitive topics, including abuse, eating disorders, and suicide. Listener discretion is advised.)

This powerhouse episode explores a wide array of topics - from self-development and identity, to understanding the balance of feminine and masculine energies in relationships, to defining reality. Her insights will inspire you to embark on your own journey of self-love, relationship dynamics, and acceptance of all complexities of life.

Note: This episode was recorded in 2021, so some events mentioned may be out-of-date now.

(00:02) - Journey of Self-Discovery and Overcoming Challenges

(14:44) - Overcoming Trauma and Mental Illness

(22:16) - Overcoming an Eating Disorder With Mentors

(26:03) - Identity, Body Image, Balance and Love

(39:27) - Understanding Feminine Energy in Relationships

(45:36) - Balance Energies in Relationships

(52:34) - Navigating Relationships in the Modern Era

(57:11) - Shifting Perspective on Relationships and Independence

(01:03:53) - Appreciating Gifts and Staying Soft

(01:09:57) - Interpreting Reality and Self-Love

(01:24:42) - Embrace Beliefs, Overcome Self-Destructive Thoughts

(01:30:53) - Choosing Life and Understanding Suicide

(01:35:53) - Journey to Recovery With Sisters

(01:39:37) - Powerful Words, Connected People

(01:45:03) - Importance of Sharing and Self-Discovery

👋 Connect with Marija

 * ⁠ [https://mysnapshot.ck.page/profile]Email: mrumenov @ fesb.hr
 * ⁠Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/marija.rumenovic]
 * ⁠Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/marija.rumenovic/]

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12. Embracing Femininity & Healing with Marija Rumenović

Yearning for a fresh perspective on learning? Join us as we chat with Charlotte, the mind behind My Snapshot, a tool designed to enhance online learning experiences by clarifying teaching methodologies and helping students track their progress.

Charlotte takes us through her own self-discovery journey, narrates her personal revelations on how consuming information is not enough, and the significance of applying knowledge in the real world.

We also explore the world of self-assessment, the three key pillars of learning, the importance of community, and how accountability and feedback can enhance learning experiences.

(00:03) - Learning Journey and Snapshot Tool Discussion

(12:59) - Books, Wellness, Online Learning

(30:24) - Creating Effective Learning Experiences and Assessments

(41:49) - Community in Teaching Transformational Courses

(47:29) - The Importance of Community in Learning



Resources Mentioned

 * 
   Clarify -> Facilitate -> Empower model [https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1LDKUEHaLd1Nxt6eJfYg3WXL1XKwuF8nViX775es90Bo/edit#slide=id.g22b3bb0981e_0_50]

 * Why Community Matters + 3 Pillars of Learning [https://mysnapshot.ck.page/posts/unlock-the-power-of-community-powered-learning-to-facilitate-your-people-s-progress]

📢 Work with Charlotte

 * ⁠MySnapshot [https://go.mysnapshot.co/info]

👋 Connect with Charlotte

 * Newsletter on Meta Learning [https://mysnapshot.ck.page/profile]
 * LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlottecrowther/]
 * X/Twitter [https://twitter.com/CharlotCrowther]

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🤝⁠ Work with me [https://www.lucyliang.com/work-with-me/]

11. Masterful Meta-Learning with Charlotte of MySnapshot

Exploring what work, life, and relationships can teach us about ourselves and each over.

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