Momma’s Motivational Messages: Inspiration for Stressed Out Gen X Women

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, or follow my passion, or start that nonprofit organization.” The irony is that oftentimes, a life-altering medical diagnosis, like cancer, is often the catalyst that can throw them headlong into living the lives they had been planning for, as they face their own mortality.

In this episode Iselyn Hamilton Austin shares how her breast cancer diagnosis taught her to make herself not just “a” priority, but “the” priority! Iselyn describes her cancer diagnosis as “...like joining a sorority you never asked to be in.” You’ll want to hear how breast cancer became the catalyst for her work not only in the nonprofit space, but her work with other women who received similar diagnoses. According to Iselyn, she became the go-to person for these women, teaching them how to not just “survive” with cancer, but to “thrive”. Take a listen to this heart-warming story of not just someone who survived breast cancer but who is thriving, and exploring other avenues of creative expression. In fact, Iselyn is now the author of two children’s books.

If you’ve been inspired and encouraged by the positive messages of this show, please take a moment to rate and review the show on Apple podcast. And remember sharing is caring, so don’t forget to share these gems with friends and family, strangers too if you like. Let them know it’s available wherever THEY listen to their podcasts. I’m counting on you to share the love.

And while you’re at it, don't forget to grab your FREE Affirmation eCards to shift your mindset, raise your self-esteem and boost your self-confidence. Choose one or two that resonate with you, and make a habit of repeating them several times throughout the day, especially when you wake up in the morning, and at night before you go to bed. As you use them, observe the effect they have on you:

• Do they make you feel more loving toward yourself and more confident?
• Do they increase your belief in your abilities?
• Do they make it easier for you to take life in stride?

Try to be aware of how your mind and body react to your practice of repeating affirmations. Be consistent with this practice and you’ll see the difference over time. Just click the link! FREE Affirmation eCards.
Thanks for listening. Until next time This is PK sending you much light and a whole lot of love!

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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 episode Dr. Peggie Kirkland (PK) talks with Dana Laquidara about the importance of decluttering your environment in order to bring more peace and calm into your life.

The Impact of Clutter on Your Life - Key Takeaways:

• That simplifying your life can allow you to spend more quality time with your family
• That decluttering your environment can free your brain to focus on what’s really important
• That decluttering is an act of self-care that can be the start of uncovering old traumas that you need to deal with in order to move forward in your life

You'll want to hear this episode in which you’re sure to gain some tips that you can use to start on your decluttering journey.

And while you’re at it, don't forget to grab your FREE Affirmation eCards to shift your mindset, raise your self-esteem and boost your self-confidence. Choose one or two that resonate with you, and make a habit of repeating them several times throughout the day, especially when you wake up in the morning, and at night before you go to bed. As you use them, observe the effect they have on you:

• Do they make you feel more loving toward yourself and more confident?
• Do they increase your belief in your abilities?
• Do they make it easier for you to take life in stride?

Try to be aware of how your mind and body react to your practice of repeating affirmations. Be consistent with this practice and you’ll see the difference over time. Just click the link! FREE Affirmation eCards.

Connect with PK:
Website: https://www.mommasmotivationalmessages.comTwitter: https://wwwtwitter.com/.momsmotivationsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/momsmotivationsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/mommotivatesConnect with Dana Laquidara:
Website: https://danalaquidara.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danalaquidara/?hl=enFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/dana.brunellelaquidara
https://www.amazon.com: The Uncluttered Mother: Free Up Your Space, Mind & Heart

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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 this episode, Terry B. Mc Dougall shares her journey from her career start in publishing to her discovery of her talent for coaching others to help them discover or fully utilize their superpowers, so they can achieve their dreams.

Terry Boyle McDougall is an Executive & Career Coach and CEO of Terry B. McDougall Coaching. She helps high-achieving professionals remove obstacles that keep them stuck so they can enjoy more success and satisfaction in their lives and careers. Before becoming a coach, Terry was a long-time corporate marketing executive where she led teams, developed strategies and advised senior leaders to drive business results. She is the author of Winning the Game of Work: Career Happiness and Success on Your Own Terms. She is also the host of the Marketing Mambo podcast.
Don't forget to grab your FREE Affirmation eCards to shift your mindset, raise your self-esteem and boost your self-confidence. Choose one or two that resonate with you, and make a habit of repeating them several times throughout the day, especially when you wake up in the morning, and at night before you go to bed. As you use them, observe the effect they have on you:

• Do they make you feel more loving toward yourself and more confident?
• Do they increase your belief in your abilities?
• Do they make it easier for you to take life in stride?

Try to be aware of how your mind and body react to your practice of repeating affirmations. Be consistent with this practice and you’ll see the difference over time. Just click the link! FREE Affirmation eCards.

Connect with PK:
Website: https://www.mommasmotivationalmessages.comTwitter: https://wwwtwitter.com/.momsmotivationsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/momsmotivationsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/mommotivatesConnect with Terry:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/i_am_coach_terry
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/terrybmcdougall
Linkedin: https://linkedin.com/in/terrybmcdougall
Website: [email protected]
Amazon: https://www.tinyurl.com/gameofworkbook

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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.” According to Robin, international travel helps these women learn about new cultures and meet new people, all of which helps to bring out the "fabulousness" in them! Take a listen!
If you enjoyed this episode, you may also enjoy:

• Episode 6 : 10 Ways to Love Yourself That Aren’t Selfish
• Day 4: A Season of Affirmations: Become a Lifelong Learner

And don't forget to grab your FREE Affirmation eCards to shift your mindset, raise your self-esteem and boost your self-confidence. Choose one or two that resonate with you, and make a habit of repeating them several times throughout the day, especially when you wake up in the morning, and at night before you go to bed. As you use them, observe the effect they have on you:

• Do they make you feel more loving toward yourself and more confident?
• Do they increase your belief in your abilities?
• Do they make it easier for you to take life in stride?

Try to be aware of how your mind and body react to your practice of repeating affirmations. Be consistent with this practice and you’ll see the difference over time. Just click the link! FREE Affirmation eCards.

Connect with PK:

Website: https://www.mommasmotivationalmessages.comTwitter: https://wwwtwitter.com/.momsmotivationsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/momsmotivationsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/mommotivates

Connect with Robin:
Email: [email protected]Website: https://thisidoforme.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/thenestkeeperInstagram: https://instagram.com/thisidoformeFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/rtillotson

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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, takes us on a journey starting with her graduation from college with a degree in Electrical Engineering, a rarity for a woman in the 80s she said. She takes us through the challenges she encountered as a female in a male-dominated field how she dealt with them. She shares the story of how her failure to find employment despite many praises about her qualifications, and promises for work caused her to make a decision to start a telecommunications installation company with her husband. That was one challenge that Rochel Marie overcame, but that was not all.
Rochel also overcame a health condition that had gone undiagnosed for more than 17 years. She did this by taking stock of her health, listening to her body and learning about and practicing Ayurveda.
If you’ve been inspired and encouraged by the positive messages thus far, please take a moment to rate and review the show on Apple podcast. And remember sharing is caring, so don’t forget to share these gems with friends and family, strangers too if you like. Let them know it’s available wherever THEY listen to their podcasts. I’m counting on you to share the love.
Connect with PK:
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Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/momsmotivations
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/momsmotivations
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mommotivates

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