How to Dream Again When You’ve Been in Survival Mode Have you been stuck in survival mode for so long that dreaming feels out of reach? In this episode of Momma's Motivational Messages , we’re exploring what it means to reconnect with your desires after years of putting everyone else first. Whether you’ve been managing a household, caregiving, or simply trying to make it through the day, this conversation will gently guide you back to you . Join host Peggie Kirkland as she shares stories, mindse...
Jun 25, 2025•18 min•Season 3Ep. 67
In this quick reflection episode of Mama’s Motivational Messages , I’m diving into one of those simple yet powerful truths that hit differently in the empty nest season: “Your priorities should match your goals.” If you've been feeling out of alignment lately—doing all the things, but not necessarily the right things for you —this gentle nudge is for you. Plus, I’ll share a free workbook I created just for you called Letting Go, Moving Forward —a thoughtful guide to help you realign with what ma...
Jun 05, 2025•5 min•Season 3Ep. 66
Empty nesters, it’s time to stop clinging to the roles that no longer serve you—and start rewriting your story with confidence and clarity. In this powerful episode, PK gets real about the guilt so many women feel when it’s time to let go of who they’ve always been: the over-giver, the self-sacrificer, the invisible one. PK shares heartfelt stories, personal insights, and actionable strategies to help you: 💔 Release guilt around stepping away from the parenting role 💫 Reconnect with your passi...
May 22, 2025•18 min•Season 3Ep. 65
In this heartfelt episode, Momma PK explores what it means to reconnect with yourself after spending years prioritizing others. She shares stories of real women who bravely stepped into this journey of rediscovery after the kids left home—and the powerful results they experienced. You’ll walk away with actionable tips to start reconnecting with your inner desires, passions, and purpose. 🔑 Key Takeaways: Why it's hard for empty nesters to prioritize themselves Common emotional blocks women over ...
Apr 16, 2025•13 min•Season 3Ep. 64
After a much-needed pause, I’m back—refreshed, recharged, and ready to bring you powerful messages of hope, inspiration, and encouragement. This season, we’re diving deep into a topic that so many women face: navigating life as an empty nester. If you've spent decades devoted to your children, you might now find yourself wondering: ❓ Who am I beyond being a mom? ❓ What’s next for me? The truth is, this isn’t an ending—it’s a new beginning. A time for personal reinvention, self-discovery, and ren...
Mar 25, 2025•14 min•Season 3Ep. 63
You don't have to let the joy of Christmas fade with the packing away of the decorations and the twinkling lights. In fact, it is important to keep the spirit of Christmas alive beyond December. PK offers three ways in which you can do this while transforming your life and the lives of others: Start a gratitude journal to keep you focused on all the good that's happening in your life. Schedule quality time with loved ones so you always have a supportive community you can count on. Engage in rand...
Jan 15, 2025•13 min•Season 2Ep. 62
Have you ever had so many things going wrong in your life at the same time that it made you feel like there was nothing left to be grateful for? Well, I’m sure you’re not alone. We’ve all been there at one time or another, which is why it’s so important to learn how to start building a gratitude mindset. What’s a gratitude mindset? It is a state of mind that allows you to focus on being thankful for what you have instead of dwelling on what’s missing. It’s about focusing on the many things that ...
Sep 05, 2023•13 min•Season 2Ep. 60
Ever had a nagging sense of emptiness that you just couldn’t seem to shake, a feeling like a hole in your soul? It may be because you need nourishment not just for your body, but for your soul. Today’s episode will give you several ways in which you can give your soul the nourishment it needs and deserves. Here are some of those recommendations: Spend time with family members that you can share laughs and stories with. Place video calls to friends whether they are near or far away. Seeing faces ...
Apr 11, 2023•16 min•Season 2Ep. 59
Have you ever been in a situation where you were pulled in so many directions that you began to feel as though you were burned to a crisp? That’s the situation in which neonatologist Susan Landers Berry, M.D. found herself after years of being in a high-pressure job while trying to balance her career with her family and home life. Unfortunately, She found that she couldn’t handle it on her own. Take a listen. You may hear your own story in hers, and you may be able to benefit from the strategies...
Jan 25, 2023•27 min•Season 2Ep. 58
The holidays are notorious for creating stress, as people try to manage their usual activities with the increased tasks that go along with celebrating the holidays, such as shopping for perfect gifts and making plans to entertain family. If you add being a perfectionist to the mix then you’ve got the perfect recipe for a stressful holiday. Additionally, when you consider that according to the American Psychological Association, more women on average say they feel more stressed than men, you may ...
Dec 24, 2022•13 min•Season 2Ep. 57
For many women, loving themselves first does not come naturally. In fact, many women have to learn to love themselves because they have been socialized to believe that putting their own needs first is a selfish act. As a result, many women put everyone’s needs before they own, always talking about their dreams and desires in the future saying thighs like, “When the kids get older:” “When I get that promotion that I‘ve been working so hard for.” “When I have the time.” “That’s when I will travel,...
Nov 22, 2022•26 min•Season 2Ep. 56
Have you ever been in a situation in which you find yourself procrastinating, going around in circles, unable to accomplish what you have in mind, literally feeling stuck with no clear way out? In this episode of Momma's Motivational Messages, Becca Ribbing, author of T he Clarity Journal and a Career Coach shares many nuggets about the dangers of staying stuck for too long, and how it can become a self-fulfilling prophecy that prevents you from getting the momentum to break through to the next ...
Oct 16, 2022•31 min•Season 2Ep. 36
Do you have stories inside of you that you would love to share as part of your legacy but no one has heard them because you don’t think of yourself as a writer? What would you say if I told you that by starting a journaling practice a few times a week you can learn to express yourself authentically, which can transform not only your own life but the lives of others? Well, you’ll want to listen to this episode in which Nkem Chukwumerije, writer and writing coach, takes you on her journey from her...
Oct 16, 2022•34 min•Season 2Ep. 34
As humans, we all have a habit of collecting and accumulating clutter. Often, our cupboards are full of gadgets and accessories we don’t use anymore, and our closets are filled with items of clothing that either don’t fit anymore or no longer bring us joy when we see ourselves in them. Yet, we hang on to these items creating clutter that can cause our stress levels to go up, prevent us from being productive, and steal time from us while we hunt for things that are lost in the clutter. In this ep...
Oct 16, 2022•40 min•Season 2Ep. 53
Let’s face it, being promoted to a supervisory position can be both exciting and daunting. On the one hand, you feel excited about having been recognized for your experience and expertise, on the other, you can have fears about leading others in a way that will optimize their talents to advance the company’s interests. Terry says that can be a real challenge for new supervisors. This is why seeking help from a professional coach can make the process faster and get you to your goals sooner. In th...
Aug 07, 2022•40 min•Season 2Ep. 35
Have you ever been in a situation where you feel deep in your heart that the life you're living is not the life you were meant to live? Well, that's where Avalaura Gaither found herself, in spite of the fact that she worked tirelessly in her dream profession, had a great income, drove a nice car and had a great family. So why did she find herself in an emotional heap on the floor crying out to God for help? You'll want to listen to this episode to hear how Avalaura overcame her circumstances and...
Aug 06, 2022•38 min•Season 2Ep. 40
Getting a divorce can take a toll on your mental, physical, emotional and spiritual health leaving you feeling broken and burnt out. The good news is that you can rebound from a life challenge such as this and start thriving again. In today’s episode of Momma's Motivational Messages, Kelly Foster discusses her road back to finding herself and living in her purpose. One, of many, important points that Kelly makes is about the importance of looking inside yourself, first, when you're on the path t...
Aug 05, 2022•32 min•Season 2Ep. 32
In this episode, Dr. Peggie Kirkland (PK) delves into the impact that negative self-talk has on women. According to PK, your internal dialogue frames the narrative messages that you tell yourselves over and over. This narrative has the ability to change your mood and more significantly, can lead to depression and anxiety; the more you do it, the more it becomes embedded in your subconscious until it becomes a habit. It is therefore important to start reversing that process by doing things like t...
Aug 04, 2022•32 min•Season 1Ep. 12
In this episode, Robin Tillotson explores the challenges and triumphs of black women, over 50, who have put themselves on the back burner while attending to the needs of their families. For many of these women international travel with her company is their starting point for putting themselves first without feeling guilty. Robin is an avid traveler and the Chief Cultural Officer for This I do for me: Women Over 50, Black and Fabulous. Robin is also a self-proclaimed “activist for joyful aging.” ...
Aug 03, 2022•34 min•Season 2Ep. 49
A lot of times when we think about forgiveness, we think about forgiving someone else. But, how often do we actually think about forgiving ourselves? In this Episode, Dr. Peggie Kirkland shares the importance of being able to forgive yourself. According to health experts, self- forgiveness is essential to your physical and psychological well being. In fact, some psychologists say that self-forgiveness has been linked to lowering your risk of heart attack. .. reducing stress, depression and anxie...
Jul 10, 2022•16 min•Season 1Ep. 10
Part of a larger Divine plan is how you sometimes come to view your life, If you’ve lived long enough. You also realize that life sometimes takes us on unpredictable journeys, that may initially make our heads spin, but once we get over the initial shock of the experience, and we take some time to reflect, we may realize that things that happen are not just coincidences. That was the experience of Rochel Marie Lawson in her journey to what she calls blissful living. In this episode, Rochel Marie...
Jul 09, 2022•38 min•Season 2Ep. 33
Happy Summer everyone! Please make some time to decompress, soak up some rays and relax your mind, body and spirit. It’s so important to recharge so you're not running on empty. Take that salsa class, learn to swim if you don’t know how to, travel as far as you’re comfortable going, buy a guitar or a keyboard and get a tutor, start writing your memoir, try some new recipes, you get the idea… Just do some things that are different this summer. To allow us to recharge on our end, we’ll be publishi...
Jul 06, 2022•4 min•Season 2Ep. 55
Mindfulness meditation is a practice that allows you to bring calm to your mind and your body as you let go of negative thoughts, and allow the thoughts which keep racing through your mind to slow down. Just get a comfortable seat, wear comfortable clothes and focus on your breathing. In this episode, PK leads you through a 5-minute Daily Mindfulness practice that can be done at any time of the day. Believe it or not, just a few minutes 3-4 times a week can help build a habit that can lead to si...
Jun 15, 2022•9 min•Season 1Ep. 8
For anyone who is not aware, affirmations are a tool for shifting your thoughts from focusing on what you’re lacking, to a focus on your strengths. Since we all have positive and negative internal dialogues running through our minds each day, those thoughts are shaping our reality with their scripts. When the script is positive, we feel upbeat, confident and sure of ourselves. However, when those scripts are negative, they can feed our self-doubt and can discourage us from trying to reach our go...
Jun 12, 2022•12 min•Season 1Ep. 14
This episode is definitely for you if you answer "Yes" to these questions: Are you living your life trying to please others, even if it makes you uncomfortable? Do you find yourself setting out to do everything perfectly, so that you can receive approval from your family, peers, your boss, your clients? Do you constantly feel yourself in a state of internal stress and panic about not meeting the expectations of others? If you're nodding your head "Yes" to these questions, then you may well be su...
Jun 07, 2022•13 min•Season 1Ep. 7
It's true that Mother's Day is a day when women are the focus of their family's affection and adoration, but sadly, this attention may not extend beyond the day or to the same degree. That's why you need to enjoy the day, but remember that it is still your responsibility to keep yourself front and center when the day is over. Think about it. What would your life be like if you stopped taking care of everyone else's needs first, and instead, made your own needs your first priority.? Would you hav...
May 04, 2022•20 min•Season 2Ep. 54
As humans, we all have a habit of collecting and accumulating clutter. Often, our cupboards are full of gadgets and accessories we don’t use anymore, and our closets are filled with items of clothing that either don’t fit anymore or no longer bring us joy when we see ourselves in them. Yet, we hang on to these items creating clutter that can cause our stress levels to go up, prevent us from being productive, and steal time from us while we hunt for things that are lost in the clutter. In this ep...
Apr 19, 2022•40 min•Season 2Ep. 53
Brilliance without Resilience Won’t get you Very far: 8 Tips for Building Your Resilience Whether at home or abroad, women are being called on to be more resilient. Nowhere is this more evident than in Ukraine where women are being forced to take on full responsibility for taking care of their children and other family members some of whom may be elderly and or disabled. In this episode, PK shares 8 strategies that can help you to be more resilient as you face challenges in your own life. Accord...
Apr 05, 2022•14 min•Season 2Ep. 52
For many people, the start of spring signals new life, new beginnings and opportunities to enjoy the extra hours of daylight. It’s a time when you start to think about cleaning out closets, and cupboards and any other parts of your home that became cutterd during the winter months. Some of you may even be picking up swatches of paint as you think about redecorating one or several rooms. In this episode, PK urges listeners to give not only their surroundings but themselves, a spring touch-up. You...
Mar 23, 2022•13 min•Season 2Ep. 51
Happy international Women’s Day! And Happy Women’s History Month! This time of year is an opportunity to celebrate the contributions women have made to the culture, history and society of the United States, as well as their contributions to the world-at-large. But have you stopped to think about what it takes to fulfill these roles effectively? When you look at your own life, do you find that you are putting yourself on the back burner in order to meet the needs of all those who are depending on...
Mar 08, 2022•10 min•Season 2Ep. 50
