Have you ever found yourself struggling to navigate the presence of gratitude for the present moment while also craving something more? Well, after a little hiatus, the live coaching sessions are back and today, Dr. Gertrude coaches Dr. Katy Sandberg on exactly that. Dr. Katy Sandberg has been a physical therapist and movement specialist practicing in outpatient orthopedic sports medicine since 2002. She is passionately dedicated to her patients’ well-being, which emerged from her own athletic p...
Jul 26, 2021•39 min•Season 2Ep. 40
Today Dr.Gertrude dives into the beauty and balance of the masculine and the feminine. In this solo, she explains what differentiates masculine and feminine energy, why we need both to achieve equilibrium, and why it has nothing to do with enforcing traditional gender roles. Plus, she shares the synchronistic story of her trip to France, and how it aligned with her uncovering the traits of the feminine and masculine in historical figures. Today on mot(HER): Making the distinction between masculi...
Jul 19, 2021•42 min•Season 2Ep. 39
In today’s episode, Dr. Gertrude is joined by fellow Wright Foundation colleague, Jillian Eichel (BA, MA, M.Ed.). Jillian coaches people to get off auto-pilot and take the steps needed to emerge from habitual ways of being to becoming fully present and engaged in their personal and professional lives. She uses individual coaching sessions, group coaching, weekend workshops, and evening seminars to guide her clients through transformation and empower them to appreciate and use the wisdom of their...
Jul 12, 2021•41 min•Season 2Ep. 38
In today’s solo episode, Dr. Gertrude provides a beautiful perspective through her artful exploration of metaphor. The phrase, “the world is your oyster” is one most of us are familiar with but have you ever stopped to unpack the true meaning of this phrase? Whether you have or not, Dr. Gertrude provides a fresh perspective with this episode that will leave you questioning so much. Come journey oysters, pearls, mythology and transcendence with her. Today on Mot(HER): Understanding the enculturat...
Jul 05, 2021•25 min•Season 2Ep. 37
In today’s solo episode, Dr. Gertrude addresses what is on most people’s minds right now - the new normal and the post-pandemic anxiety that often follows. Dr. Gertrude always has a way with words and today is no exception. She will leave you feeling prepared, seen, held, and empowered as you begin to navigate your reentry into society, work, relationships, and more. Today on Mot(HER): Ways to honor your experience over the past year The importance of naming the ways we deal with and overcome ou...
Jun 28, 2021•25 min•Season 2Ep. 36
In today’s solo episode, Dr. Gertrude brings a new perspective to giving and receiving feedback. No one is immune to it and oftentimes, most are not a fan of it. If getting feedback from others stirs fear, discomfort, or defensive energy within you, you are not alone. Come sit with Dr. Gertrude in this episode, and allow her to expand your relationship with this part of the human experience. She will show you how to reframe mistaken beliefs in a way that leads you to a deep appreciation for this...
Jun 21, 2021•26 min•Season 2Ep. 35
In today’s episode, Dr. Gertrude welcomes Nora Shepard back to the show in honor of Pride Month. Nora speaks to how she has mothered herself throughout her bisexual journey, grapples with a sense of belonging in both the Queer and straight community, and honors her authentic self on a daily basis. Nora’s story is one of pride, inspiration, and hope guaranteed to leave your vision of the world expanded, leading to a brighter tomorrow. Today on Mot(HER): Nora's experience with coming out as a bise...
Jun 14, 2021•43 min•Season 2Ep. 34
In today’s solo episode, Dr. Gertrude speaks to how to embrace all emotions during life transitions. As the world starts to “return to normal”, there is bound to be anxiety, grief, and fear that surfaces but know that you are not alone. Dr. Gertrude speaks to her personal fears, intentions, and hope for this next season of life amidst a great deal of transition. Her daughter is moving across the country, her practice is starting to open up for in-person sessions again, her husband is entering a ...
Jun 07, 2021•25 min•Season 2Ep. 33
In today’s solo episode, Dr. Gertrude reflects on her experience this year with leading the 2021 Woman’s Essential Experience event. It is not surprising that the world tends to overvalue the masculine energy but that does not mean you have to as well. Dr. Gertrude shares moving reflections about her personal journey and the many ways she is still learning to lead with feminine values and achieve harmony in both her personal and professional spheres. This is yet another way you can learn to rewr...
May 31, 2021•38 min•Season 2Ep. 32
In today’s episode, Dr. Gertrude is joined by the inspiring Michele Katz. Michele is a trademark lawyer running her own law firm, the founder of Plus One Adoption Foundation, a mother of four children and an instant friend to all who cross her path. In this conversation they discuss Michele’s beautiful journey of building her blended family, ways to mother yourself, and how she is helping support, and transform the adoption process for others. Today on mot(HER): Michele’s journey to Motherhood w...
May 26, 2021•46 min•Season 2Ep. 31
In today’s episode, Dr. Gertrude is joined by Lindsey Dulian. Lindsey shares her inspirational story of the way she has embarked on a journey of mothering herself following the loss of her mother. Regardless of the season of life, you find yourself in, you will walk away from this conversation with a newfound sense of comfort, inspiration, and reassurance. The truth is, we all have an inner-child ready and waiting to be loved. Today on mot(HER): Understanding the differences between stress react...
May 17, 2021•45 min•Season 2Ep. 30
In today’s episode, Dr. Gertrude is joined by newlyweds, Helena and Conor McCann. Tune in for a beautiful conversation held just two weeks after their wedding day. Helena and Connor discuss their journey with personal growth work, the importance of maintaining an identity outside of the couple, and how they remained present on their big day. They also share how excited they are to be joining an advanced couples group led by Dr. Gertrude and her husband, Rich with the Wright Foundation but, they ...
May 10, 2021•54 min•Season 2Ep. 29
In today’s episode, Dr. Gertrude takes you behind the scenes of her practice, inviting you in on a live coaching session. Listen to how she finds the common thread of self-trust in the pain, challenges, and vulnerability of Megan. They discuss the yearning for approval, the powerful realizations that have emerged from 250 days of sobriety, and more. This is an episode that will touch your heart and marvel at the strength and resiliency Megan has found in a dedicated practice of self-trust. Today...
May 03, 2021•37 min•Season 2Ep. 28
In today’s solo episode, Dr. Gertrude speaks to the challenge so many face when it comes to self-care - it feels stressful. If you have felt overwhelmed by or unworthy of mothering yourself, if you feel like there are not enough hours in the day to carve time out for yourself then this was recorded just for you. This gets to feel different, hit play as Dr. Gertrude guides you to a new way. Today on mot(HER): Breaking down the mistaken beliefs around self-care How to mother yourself when you have...
Apr 26, 2021•25 min•Season 2Ep. 27
In today’s episode, Dr. Gertrude shares a beautiful conversation between her and her daughters, Morgan and Hannah. You will feel like a fly on the wall as you listen to the reflections, insight, and truths both Morgan and Hannah share about their upbringing. They discuss how it felt to have a working mom, what they wish was different, and how all of those moments helped them become the remarkable young women they are today. Whether you are a working mom, someone embarking on the journey of mothe...
Apr 19, 2021•27 min•Season 2Ep. 26
In today’s episode, Dr. Gertrude speaks to the common life transitions people experience in their 20s and 30s. She shares what she knows now, what she wished she knew then and wisdom to support you wherever you are on the continuum of life. From college, to moving cities, new and ending relationships, marriage, children and more. Dr. Gertrude has a way of both inspiring your vision and calming your nerves. Today on mot(HER): Ways to live expansively and with purpose Wisdom for navigating differe...
Apr 12, 2021•37 min•Season 2Ep. 25
In today’s episode, Dr. Gertrude takes you behind the scenes of her coaching practice, inviting you in on a live coaching session. Natalie is a new mother of a 5-month-old baby boy and shares the vulnerabilities, questions, and opportunities of personal growth that have emerged during this new season of life. Whether you are pregnant, in the waves of postpartum, or someone looking to gain insight around how to be more assertive with your needs and desires, this episode will deeply resonate. Toda...
Apr 05, 2021•56 min•Season 2Ep. 24
In today’s episode, Dr. Gertrude challenges something that has become far too ‘normal’ to stay silent about. The epidemic of violence against women in our world. Safety is not equal and she speaks to three of the most recent violent acts against women around the world. Through this sobering solo, she gives a voice to those feeling at a complete loss for words. Today on mot(HER) : The importance of not numbing your reaction to injustice and violence Things you can do to help cultivate change The ...
Mar 29, 2021•20 min•Season 2Ep. 23
In today’s episode, Dr. Gertrude is joined by her husband, Rich Lyons. They discuss what drew them to one another consciously and subconsciously, and share the ins and outs about what has served as a powerful foundation for their marriage. This conversation is inspirational, healing, vulnerable and what every soul, married or not, needs to hear. Here’s a hint, the movies do not depict what marriage really is and your parent’s dysfunctional marriage does not have to dictate the outcome of yours. ...
Mar 22, 2021•35 min•Season 2Ep. 22
In today’s episode, Dr. Gertrude recorded a powerful solo for you overflowing with wisdom around vision. Oftentimes, people set goals but forget about the importance of a vision and action so they are left floating in a sea of unfulfillment. She speaks to the value of vision when mothering yourself and the different areas of life that benefit from this practice coupled with action. If you are ready to create the life of your dreams, hit play and come journey with Dr. Gertrude. Today on mot(HER) ...
Mar 15, 2021•27 min•Season 2Ep. 21
In today’s episode, Dr. Gertrude takes you behind the scenes of her practice, inviting you in on a live coaching session. Listen to how she guides Kelli through a beautiful, healing conversation with the spirit of her Mom, who passed away last year, followed by their exploration down a path of massive realizations and reprogramming. This is an episode that will have you crying, smiling, and cheering Kelli on every step of the way. Today on mot(HER) : How to individuate and differentiate from our...
Mar 08, 2021•1 hr•Season 2Ep. 20
As women, we are in a state of collectively healing the feminine. We all have our own mother codes, whether we know it or not, instilled into us from our childhood, our culture, and from the cosmic definition that to be a mother means to have children. Transformation looks different on everyone, but the weaving patterns of our engrained mother codes and the desire to fully become and express ourselves run deep in us all. What would life look like if we released our wounds around everything from ...
Mar 08, 2021•3 min
In today’s episode, Dr. Gertrude shares a call to action for women as we enter Women’s History Month and expresses how no change is too small. She reminds the world that any wave starts with a ripple and every woman has the opportunity to make a powerful impact. In closing, she offers a beautiful tribute for impactful women in history such as Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Audre Lorde and more! Today on Rewrite the Mother Code: What’s possible when women live their lives fully Dr. Gertrude’s thoughts on 2...
Mar 04, 2021•31 min•Season 1Ep. 19
Behind every creation is a story and in today’s episode, Dr. Gertrude shares the inspiration behind her Rewrite the Mother Code Mastermind. She shares about the personal transformation she experienced, leading to the creation of this life-changing online container for women. She explains what to expect once you are enrolled and more! Today on Rewrite the Mother Code The personal experiences that inspired Dr. Gertrude to create the Rewrite the Mother Code Mastermind What to expect as a participan...
Feb 25, 2021•32 min•Season 1Ep. 18
In today’s episode, Dr. Gertrude is joined by Zuri Thomson. Zuri has a passion for helping empower communities by feeding those in need. She is the founder of The Doula Part which is an organization that provides project management and organizational consulting services to help bring about change in communities. During this conversation, they explore the dire need for a shift in consciousness in the non-profit sector, how to help others while avoiding burnout, and Zuri’s powerful vision for the ...
Feb 18, 2021•45 min•Season 1Ep. 17
In today’s episode, Dr. Gertrude takes you behind the scenes of her practice, inviting you in on a live coaching session. Listen to how she guides Nora to step into her new paradigm of feelings, how to mother her inner child, and release control in all areas of her life. Dr. Gertrude guides Nora through a beautiful and healing inner child meditation so before you hit play, settle into a comfortable spot and make the voyage with them. Today on Rewrite the Mother Code: Healing trauma from grief to...
Feb 11, 2021•57 min•Season 1Ep. 16
In today’s solo episode, Dr. Gertrude explores the topic of love. She provides wisdom and guidance for relationships, discusses the love myths we are programmed with, normalizing arguments and emotional expression, and more. An episode on love in February wouldn’t be complete without a fresh perspective on Valentine’s Day, so whether you are in a relationship or single - this episode holds wisdom for all. Today on Rewrite the Mother Code: Suggested tips to infuse more meaning into your everyday ...
Feb 04, 2021•33 min•Season 1Ep. 15
In today’s episode, Dr. Gertrude is joined by Dr. Katie Garner. Dr. Garner runs the non-profit, activist organization called IAMAS and through her work helps mothers be their best selves. In this conversation, they uncover the gender inequalities and overall lack of support impacting women today when it comes to motherhood. They explore their vision for The United States if motherhood received the support and advocacy it deserved and how viewing parenthood as a community responsibility vs person...
Jan 29, 2021•43 min•Season 1Ep. 14
In today’s episode, Dr. Gertrude breaks down the three code types that make up the “mother code”. She provides insight, guidance, and ways to free yourself from these so you can capitalize on the transformational opportunities life brings. Today on Rewrite the Mother Code: Explore childhood, cultural and cosmic codes relative to the Mother code Discover why mothering yourself is most important How the cultural definition of mothering is limiting An insider's look at Dr. Gertrude’s upcoming Maste...
Jan 21, 2021•20 min•Season 1Ep. 13
In today’s episode, Dr. Gertrude welcomes guest Jonathan Stancato. Jonathan is one of the top vocal teachers in New York City and believes the world not only deserves to hear your voice but to celebrate it. This conversation speaks to the connection between the path of accessing the power of voice and how it is parallel to the connection with your inner mother. Today on Rewrite the Mother Code: Jonathan shares how he went from believing he couldn’t sing to becoming a top vocal teacher Learn how ...
Jan 14, 2021•48 min•Season 1Ep. 12
