Having these conversations about the awkward, scary, and uncomfortable parenting moments always leads to change for the better. Such is the case for today’s timely episode. As I just dropped off my college freshman at her dorm, I’ve trudged through the muddy waters of the college process. We all try to get through it with our self-esteem, sanity, and the relationship with our kids intact. It’s normal to feel overwhelmed and lost. Join us as we wade through the confusion and find clarity with tod...
Aug 23, 2021•1 hr 12 min•Season 2Ep. 64
This show is all about having messy and sometimes uncomfortable conversations so that we can better understand each other. This conversation scared me a little bit and challenged some ideas that I had. I think much of my fear of having this conversation stems from potential judgment by listeners. However, I always leave these scary conversations more enlightened and empathetic for how others choose what works best for their lives. Adrian Matthews is a relationship expert and therapist specializi...
Aug 02, 2021•56 min•Season 2Ep. 63
So many times as Moms we have thoughts and emotions that we can’t share with anyone else. We feel like if someone else knew what was really going on with us, they would take our children away. The reality is that so many of the feelings of rage, thoughts of guilt and grieving that we experience are very common. Once we say these secret things out loud, we can begin to get the help we need. Today’s guest is here to have an extremely honest conversation about her experience as a Mom. Audrey Schoen...
Jul 19, 2021•58 min•Season 2Ep. 62
Most of us try to avoid uncomfortable conversations and confrontation as much as possible. However, having difficult conversations is necessary for sustainable and healthy relationships, especially with our children. In this episode, Cristie shares the top 5 steps to successfully have an explicit conversation with your child. She gives tips on how to navigate bringing up difficult topics, setting your intent, and understanding the impact of your words. Join Cristie in this episode for strategies...
Jul 12, 2021•26 min•Season 2Ep. 61
Let’s face it, we’re living in a weird time that we don’t exactly have the right label for. We’re not really getting back to normal. But we are emerging from quarantine and the heavy pandemic lock downs, but we still aren’t back to normal. Our family has had kids with different school schedules and some have done really well and some have really missed the socialization of school and regular activities. In fact, we had 2 graduations with our kids and instead of being a weepy mess, I found myself...
Jun 28, 2021•38 min•Season 2Ep. 60
Todays guests, Barb Hazelton and Jo Briggs, are the Founders of The Single Process, a YouTube series and podcast about the in’s and out’s of divorce. Whether or not you’ve been divorced or you’re contemplating it, this conversation is full of insight as to what life after divorce is like, how to navigate the process, as well as co-parenting. Barb and Jo share things they wish they knew, how to relinquish control while co-parenting, and much more. Show Highlights: Jo and Barb share who they are a...
Jun 14, 2021•47 min•Season 2Ep. 59
Thien Kim Lam is unafraid to have uncomfortable conversations about sex. She’s not your typical romance writer because she’s focused on empowering women to enjoy sex and pleasure for themselves. Thien learned a lot as a sex toy sales consultant and eventually she realized that so many issues were with female sexuality were universal and they needed to be addressed in a positive way. She eventually started Bawdy Bookworms to combine the pleasures of romance novels with the pleasures of sex toys. ...
May 31, 2021•42 min•Season 2Ep. 58
We're ending season two and announcing some exciting changes for season three. This one's a quick listen, jam packed full of info.
May 17, 2021•13 min•Season 2Ep. 57
Keela Fowler from eightyfive beauty is back but this time we're not talking about the beauty industry. Instead, in this episode, we're just two girls talking about living your life and chasing your dreams in the sometimes thick fog of loss. Keela and I have both lost our moms. And today we want to talk about it. We hope you'll join us.
May 10, 2021•1 hr 7 min•Season 2Ep. 56
Mind Body is a phrase thrown around a lot these days but what does it really mean. Today, as a follow up to your questions about therapy, Cristie further explains the relevance of the mind-body connection in the world of psychology and psychotherapy.
Apr 12, 2021•31 min•Season 2Ep. 55
Today's conversation is so rich with goodness it is hard to summarize. Satya Debenham shares her own journey from social work to intuitive coaching. She gives us tangible examples of how she learned to tune into that powerful inner voice that we often ignore or can't hear over all the outside noise. Most importantly, she has a beautifully realistic view of how to balance tuning in with being an active participant in the outside world.
Mar 29, 2021•1 hr 1 min•Season 2Ep. 54
Y'all asked so Cristie is answering. Todays' conversation will help answer the questions you all keep asking: What exactly is therapy?What can I expect when I find a counselor or social worker or psychologist to work with?
Mar 22, 2021•42 min•Season 2Ep. 53
Episode 52 is for all the humans who love some makeup AND all the humans who might be intimidated by makeup and everyone in between. Keela Fowler is a makeup educator. That's her term. She is definitely an artist as well, but her passion is helping women feel good in their skin and she loves teaching how to do that. Join us as we talk about everything from how to rock a red lip, the intersection of feminism and beauty and the state of the beauty industry around race. It's a fun & compelling ...
Mar 15, 2021•56 min•Season 2Ep. 52
Episode 51 is for the parents of kids who've grown up before their very eyes. This one is a bit self-indulgent and Cristie meanders through what it feels like to prepare for her first baby to fly away. What does it feel like to give them roots and wings? How do you survive it?
Mar 08, 2021•33 min•Season 2Ep. 51
Seasonal Affective Disorder gets to many of us at this time of year, but throw in a global pandemic and this season has been even harder for many. Cristie is here to talk about what it is and what you can still do to help yourself even in the chaos of this year.
Mar 01, 2021•38 min•Season 2Ep. 50
Episode 49 has us talking about a whole bunch of stuff that's been in the news (and on TikTok) lately. What do you do when you don't have the answers? Are practicing gratitude and shifting your gaze good coping skills or toxic ways of avoiding real emotion? Listen in to get Cristie's two cents.
Feb 22, 2021•31 min•Season 2Ep. 49
Episode 48 brings Dr. Wendy Bruton of the podcast I Used to Be a Therapist, here to address a whole bunch of taboo topics! We chat about what happens when your career and identity are linked and your career changes drastically. We talk about being middle people and how it's hard to find each other among the noise of the extremes. Finally, we talk about how essential oils can work as a piece of our mental wellness puzzle. You may be surprised at what Wendy has to say. Listen in to hear why this i...
Feb 15, 2021•52 min•Season 2Ep. 48
Mom influencers have been in the media and on our minds a lot lately. On this episode, Cristie addresses the line between influencer and reality and how the comparison game is one that everyone loses.
Feb 08, 2021•32 min•Season 2Ep. 47
On this episode, Becky Morrison is back to talk about how we can choose happiness and joy even when times are most difficult. This conversation is both timely and timeless in that if offers concrete ways to bring more joy into our lives, no matter what's going on outside.
Feb 01, 2021•1 hr 1 min•Season 2Ep. 46
On this episode, Cristie shares how she fell into mindfulness as someone you'd least expect to have anything to do with something so "woo woo". Now, no matter how accidental the start, it has become an integral part of her life. She also shares some tips for integrating mindful awareness into your every day.
Jan 25, 2021•31 min•Season 2Ep. 45
The Teen is back! You all asked for more so here she is again, to offer up some lessons learned from the college application process. Find out what she (and I) are glad we did, wish we did and would do the same and differently all over again. The college process in a global pandemic has been a wild ride. Come hear how we survived it.
Jan 11, 2021•50 min•Season 2Ep. 44
Transitions back to work and school are never easy. This year, with the additional groundhog-dayness of our current reality, they may be harder than ever. Here are some tried and true tips with a few 2021 tweaks to help us not to crash land into the new year.
Jan 04, 2021•26 min•Season 2Ep. 43
On this episode Cristie talks with Britni Ross, Money Coach. Britni walks us through an annual money review that will help us celebrate how far we've come and plan for an even brighter future.
Dec 28, 2020•1 hr 9 min•Season 2Ep. 42
Whoa 2020. This podcast started as an idea one year ago this month. Today Cristie will look back on lesson's learned and share top picks for what got her through the last 12 months.
Dec 21, 2020•27 min•Season 2Ep. 41
As we get near the time of year where we start focusing on what we want to be different, it is important to ask ourselves a couple questions. If you really want change to come, tune in to find out what they are.
Dec 14, 2020•25 min•Season 2Ep. 40
The Holiday Season is here...during a global pandemic. Talk about a trying time! Cristie talks about managing expectations and how inner work is totally necessary to create an outward space full of joy this year. It can happen! Cristie's picks for excellent holiday advice are 3 bloggers chock full of great ideas, inspiration and practical tips. Audrey McClelland at Mom Generations Amiyrah Martin at 4 Hats and Frugal Vera Sweeney at Lady and the Blog...
Dec 07, 2020•29 min•Season 2Ep. 39
Cristie talks about how gratitude can be a powerful tool to fight sadness and overwhelm, but it is not without its risks. Gratitude shouldn't be used to gloss over real life sorrow and pain. So while it can be a useful thing, practicing gratitude should be intentional and but one piece of the larger puzzle of life. In Cristie's picks, learn about two documentaries that focus on what can happen when someone plays on our need for happiness and purpose and uses that power for darkness....
Nov 30, 2020•27 min•Season 2Ep. 38
As the mom of a college senior and a parenting coach, Dr. Cristie has heard her fair share of tales from the trenches of college application land. Listen to how she applies the four principles of Explicit Parenting to the college process to help you and your kids maintain your sanity and keep your relationships intact from application to dorm-room drop off.
Nov 16, 2020•48 min•Season 2Ep. 37
Today's episode is a replay where I recommend television shows to get lost in during these extra-dark winter days.
Nov 02, 2020•19 min•Season 2Ep. 36
On Episode 35 we welcome Jessica McFadden, writer, former blogger, storyteller and mom of three. Jessica talks about managing her career through various stages of motherhood. She look back on the early stay at home mom days of worrying about how she'd never get back into the corporate world then reassures moms that it can be done. Jessica shares some tips she's learned over the years and we commiserate about life in the time of remote schooling.
Oct 26, 2020•42 min•Season 2Ep. 35
