Meredyth with a Why

We had a pretty big milestone this weekend! Our daughter graduated from college and in this episode, Allison and I had a conversation about our unique family experience and the precious gift it has brought our families.

You’ll hear about why we appreciate our coparenting relationship and the beauty of being able to honor memories of your family for the sake of your kids. Allison shares her advice for becoming a step-parent and we discuss approaching situations like these with more love.

The big milestone we just celebrated

The end result of having our family dynamic with the kids and each other

How honoring the past brings he gift of fondness and memories

Allison’s advice for becoming a stepmom and joining present families

How to take action with more love and less selfishness

Why kids need feminine and masculine interactions

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Meredyth Willits is in a constant search for the why’s of humanity to help move people forward in life. She wants to help change the world, one person at a time, one Podcast at a time.

Curious from birth, she has spent her life asking “why,” and is always searching for the layers to an issue for change and growth.

She has made it her life’s work to help people from what she has experienced in life, her interactions with clients and her strong connection with spirit.

Always two sentences away from telling you to have faith and learn the lesson, so you can move forward and find true happiness.

Meredyth is a wife and mother to four children ages 9-24. She coaches CEOs, entrepreneurs, moms and twenty-somethings, all working to get Happy and live their best life once and for all!

Our world is full of people who spend their lives trying to check off imaginary boxes of expectations that society has put in place for them. We’ve listened to our parents, society, school, the church, friends, family, etc. about the things that we’re “supposed” to be doing to live a full and fulling life, but it’s all a bunch of bull shit.

The truth is: there is no one way to happiness.

In this episode, I talked about how happiness is an inside job and how it can’t be found outside of yourself. You’ll hear a lot of insight on this topic and an overview of what’s to come on this podcast!

I know these things about being happy because I make it my business to know a lot about a lot of things - I am a bit of a lifetime learner. Oh, and I also spend a lot of time listening to dead people. My goal in this podcast is to help you find you and figure out who the hell you are!

What you’ll find in this episode:

• What topics I’ll be covering on the podcast and why I decided to start it
• How we tend to make life more difficult than it needs to be
• Why so many young people struggle in today’s world
• Why you have to have the right reasons for taking on an endeavor
• The purpose of your life
• How there will never be “enough” boxes to check off to make you happy

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"Surviving to Thriving: Navigating the Impact of Childhood Survival Mode in Adulthood"

Understanding Survival Mode

• Defining survival mode and its origins in childhood.
• Discussing how survival mode becomes a coping mechanism for safety.

The Impact on Relationships

• Exploring the connection between survival mode and difficulties in receiving and expressing love.
• Discussing the challenge of letting people in and creating emotional barriers for protection.

Workaholism and the Need for Constant Movement

• Examining the tendency to work relentlessly as a means of feeling "allowed" to relax.
• Discussing the psychological need for constant movement and productivity.

Recognizing the Younger Self

• Delving into the concept of the younger self trying to keep us safe.
• Understanding that negative responses or feelings may stem from the protective instincts of the younger self.

Breaking the Pattern

• The importance of recognizing and acknowledging survival mode behaviors.
• Strategies to remind oneself that as adults, we are safe to lean in, trust, and feel.

Building Trust and Connection

• Ways to gradually let people in and create a sense of safety in relationships.
• Emphasizing the role of communication and vulnerability in breaking down emotional barriers.

Empowering Ourselves

• The realization that as adults, we have tools to navigate life's challenges.
• Encouraging self-empowerment and the release of the need to justify oneself.
• Reflect on their own experiences and consider seeking professional support if needed.

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Episode 151 Let’s talk bodies

Introduction:

• Let’s take a deep dive into the alarming weight problem in America. I think it is important to understand the disconnect between what we consume and what our body's actually needs.
• There is a reason Americans have put on so much weight even though we have thousands of gyms and diet everything.

The Food Industry's Influence on Our Diets

• the impact of the food industry on the American diet.
• processed, sugary, and high-calorie foods have become staples in our daily lives.

The Misnomer of Modern "Food"

• the concept of what we call "food" today.
• ultra-processed foods and their effects on our health and body weight.
• Share startling examples of the ingredients in some common processed products.

The FDA's Role in Defining "Food"

• the FDA's guidelines on food.
• Analyze how the FDA classifies certain products as food.
• Consider the influence of the food industry on these standards.

The Rising Popularity of Weight Loss Medications

• I shed light on the increasing use of weight loss medications in the United States.
• Highlighting the reasons behind this trend, including the quest for fixes.
• Discuss the potential risks and benefits associated with weight loss drugs.

The Alarming Obesity Statistics

• staggering statistics regarding the obesity epidemic in America.
• the myriad health implications of obesity and its impact on individuals and society.

Personal Stories and Expert Insights

• my anecdotes or interviews with individuals coming up episodes who have struggled with obesity and weight-related issues.
• Featured guests that are experts on the complexities of the American weight problem and potential solutions.

Conclusion:

• we need a closer look at our dietary habits and the consequences they bring.
• subscribe, share, and engage with the podcast for a more comprehensive understanding of the weight problem in America.

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