The Thriving Mama

If you’re confused about where to start addressing your own health or you’ve tried all of the things and nothing has worked, I offer podcast listeners a free global health check in, where I’ll evaluate your physical, mental, and emotional health and provide useful resources to help you on your journey.

Are labels, diagnoses and excuses preventing you from healing? This is the final episode in a three-part series where you’ll learn how to identify the excuses and labels holding you back, explore practical steps to shift your identity for healing, discover why triggers can reveal areas needing accountability, and find actionable tools like the mirror exercise to begin creating lasting change.

Timestamps:

[03:01] Why labels limit healing

[04:20] Taking responsibility for actions

[05:30] Epidemic levels of anxiety and depression

[06:06] Holding on to excuses

[07:20] Shifting identity for progress

[08:15] Working on mom’s identity to help kids

[09:10] The role of self-regulation in parenting

[10:02] Understanding triggers in personal growth

[11:00] Why moms avoid investing in health

[12:10] Addressing the void in identity

[13:30] The impact of unresolved trauma

[14:22] Personal growth and emotional triggers

[15:08] Mirror exercise for self-awareness

[16:10] Labels as part of identity

[17:00] Shifting identity to heal autoimmunity

[17:50] Limitless potential through action

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For personalized guidance, I'm offering podcast listeners a free 20-minute Thriving Mama Glow Assessment call. We'll evaluate your situation and, even if I'm not the right fit for you, I'll provide useful resources and support to help you on your journey.

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On today's episode of The Thriving Mama, host Stephanie Davis is joined by guest Cara Kelley for an enlightening discussion on the role of community in motherhood and entrepreneurship. Dive into the heart of vulnerability as Cara shares her insights on overcoming self-judgement, fostering genuine connections, and the power of asking life-changing questions. Learn how to find your tribe and take actionable steps toward creating meaningful relationships. Whether you're navigating the discomfort of new social interactions or seeking strategies to reconnect in a post-pandemic world, this conversation is a beacon for mamas striving for authenticity and support.

Meet Cara Kelley, the guiding force behind The Kelley Effect and R.A.W. Entrepreneurs. Hailing from Australia and exploring the world, Cara discovered her passion for fostering connections in a fragmented society. With a background in education, she specializes in leadership development training, creating thriving communities of female entrepreneurs, and delivering impactful speeches at global empowerment conferences.

Cara faced the challenges of isolation as an entrepreneur in a foreign country, sparking a realization: the world needs genuine connections. In today's post-pandemic landscape, she addresses the workplace silos, emphasizing the crucial role of quality connections for longevity and the productivity boost within community-focused cultures.

Cara Kelley is your guide to overcoming isolation and building meaningful connections. Through The Kelley Effect and R.A.W. Entrepreneurs, she empowers individuals to find belonging and purpose, making her a beacon of support in an interconnected yet often isolating world.

Key Topics Discussed:

• Overcoming self-judgement with patience and kindness
• Gratefulness in discomfort, building community ties
• Importance of authenticity in vulnerable sharing
• Influence of social media on communal connections
• Physical and mental benefits of authentic interactions

Timestamps:

04:22 Challenges of isolation for moms and entrepreneurs.

09:18 The need for in-person connections for true community.

17:19 Social activities improve heart rate variability for longevity.

21:18 Encouragement to write things down before speaking to ease anxiety.

23:56 The ability to foster community through writing.

29:07 Practice gratitude, question your thoughts, and remove negativity.

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For personalized guidance, I'm offering podcast listeners a free 20-minute Thriving Mama Glow Assessment Call. We'll evaluate your situation and, even if I'm not the right fit for you, I'll provide useful resources and support to help you on your journey.

Welcome to The Thriving Mama podcast, where we aim to help you not just survive, but thrive in motherhood. In this episode, host Dr. Stephanie Davis, shares her personal journey and experiences that led her to start this podcast. She delves into her own transformation from aspiring doctor to holistic healer and the pivotal moments that shaped her approach to health and wellness. She emphasizes the importance of self-care for moms and discusses the inspiration behind creating this podcast, to support and empower mothers worldwide. Join in as we explore all aspects of mom life and learn practical tips and insights to move towards thriving. If you're a mom seeking support and a like-minded community, this episode is just for you.

Dr. Stephanie Davis, DC, MSc(c), IFMCP(c) is a functional medicine practitioner, subconscious and trauma therapist, researcher, speaker, and most importantly, a Mom. Like you, I want to be the best Mom I can be and that requires us to prioritize ourselves. I believe that we are all capable of having thriving lives if we focus on all aspects of health- physical, mental, and emotional. Over the last 18 years, I've helped thousands of women and children all over the world discover the roots of their symptoms and conditions, craft programs to solve their issues, and empower them with knowledge for the future. I found my way into functional medicine and trauma healing because of my own health challenges: severe childhood allergies, dysmenorrhea/PMS, hormonal migraines, Hashimoto's, biotoxin illness from mold/mycotoxins, Epstein-Barr virus, Lyme, and Bartonella, emotional trauma and recently perimenopause challenges. What I discovered on my own healing journey is that even though addressing my symptoms through functional medicine, nutrition, and lifestyle helped, it was the emotional and trauma healing on the subconscious level that moved the needle the most allowing me to thrive. It is this combination of subconscious emotional and trauma work combined with targeted nutrition and lifestyle change that brings transformation and allows the moms I work with to go from surviving to thriving in the Thriving Mama Program. I've trained with Institute for Functional Medicine, The Kalish Institute, Apex Energetics/Datis Kharazzian, HeartMath Institute, Ziva Meditation, Shetreat Certification, and Psychosomatic University among others.

Key Topics Discussed:

1. Motherhood challenges

2. Holistic health

3. Prioritizing your health as a Mom

4. Community support for Moms

Timestamps:

00:00 Stephanie discusses balancing roles as a mom, wife, and professional.

04:41 Her journey on becoming disillusioned with her medical career.

06:44 Her transition to natural medicine.

10:28 Deep subconscious work led to transformative health shifts for Stephanie and ultimately led her to create The Thriving Mama program, community, and podcast.

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Wanna chat and get more personalized support? I'm offering podcast listeners a free 20-minute Thriving Mama Check-In where we'll evaluate your physical, mental, and emotional health and provide useful resources to help you on your journey.

In this episode, Stephanie interviews Jasmyne Chandler, a certified trauma-informed life coach and teen coach specializing in confidence-building and motivation. Jasmyne shares her five-step program for teens, focusing on goal-setting, mindset, emotional processing, and finding support. She dives into the significance of rites of passage and how these meaningful rituals can aid adolescents through transitions. If you're a parent navigating the complex journey of raising a teen, this episode offers invaluable insights and practical strategies to foster a supportive and empowering environment.

Jasmyne is a Certified Professional Coach with over 13 years of experience in education. She specializes in coaching youth and adults, conducting soft skills workshops, and facilitating Earth-based rituals. Her passion for mentorship led her to found Guided Passages, providing support and guidance to youth in Southern Oregon and beyond. She also holds a Master’s Degree in Education and is trained as a Council facilitator. Her transformative experience on a Rites of Passage journey in the Steens Mountains inspired her to dedicate her life to guiding others towards their true potential through Earth-based rituals and mentorship.

Key Topics Discussed:

• Building teen motivation and confidence
• A five-step program for teens' personal growth
• Addressing and processing emotions
• Empowering teens against peer pressure
• Importance of rites of passage

Register for a free discovery call to get some support with any challenges your teen or young adult is currently facing and to learn more about our programs and offerings to see if they could be a good fit.

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When identifying triggers, labels, diagnoses and challenges, it is a great practice to write down the ways you might start the process of addressing and overcoming these. Try sharing the experience with your kids, too!

Are labels, diagnoses and excuses preventing you from healing? This is the second episode in a three-part series where you’ll learn the impact of avoiding responsibility on your health and children, how to strengthen resilience through accountability, six ways to start taking ownership of your well-being, and why modelling these changes can shape future generations.

Timestamps:

[03:00] Why responsibility matters for parents

[04:28] Generational patterns of avoiding challenges

[05:44] Addressing societal shifts in parenting

[06:37] How unresolved issues affect kids

[07:27] The long-term impact of unaddressed trauma

[08:17] Why healing benefits future generations

[09:01] The importance of progress over perfection

[09:27] Teaching responsibility through actions

[10:16] Modeling conflict resolution for kids

[12:19] The consequences of poor communication skills

[14:07] How unresolved trauma affects relationships

[15:35] Choosing personal growth over staying stuck

[17:03] Why shielding kids from discomfort is harmful

[18:18] Parenting examples of overprotection

[19:21] The problem with changing rules for convenience

[20:28] Encouraging resilience through exposure

[22:03] Developing grit in children through experiences

[23:41] The shift in accountability for grades

[24:58] Why entitlement undermines growth

[26:41] Focusing on healing as a priority for moms

[27:13] The message kids learn from parental avoidance

[28:16] How to model accountability to children

[29:24] Teaching character and grit to kids

[30:03] Viewing triggers as opportunities for growth

[31:04] How taking responsibility builds resilience

[33:11] The role of oxytocin in mindset changes

[34:12] Using personal stories as teaching tools

[35:04] Teaching kids to honour commitments

[36:12] How adversity teaches work ethic

[37:19] The impact of modelling perseverance

[38:24] Shifting mindset, beliefs, and identity

[39:19] Using labels for context, not identity

[40:29] The power of admitting when you are wrong

[41:15] Communicating feelings and needs effectively

[42:58] Viewing conflict as an opportunity

[43:52] Why accountability changes outcomes

[45:01] Ending the cycle of avoidance in parenting

[47:03] Taking action for change and accountability

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