My First Ever Podcast Interview… and It’s With My Mom

I never imagined I’d be sitting down with my mother for a raw, honest, and deeply personal conversation like this—especially not on a podcast. But here we are.

In this episode of The Heart of Parenting, I’m introducing you to my first-ever guest: my mom, Shelley. It’s only fitting that the person who shaped so much of who I am is the one joining me for this milestone. But this isn’t just a mother-daughter chit chat—it’s a story about pain, misunderstanding, and ultimately, healing.

What You’ll Hear in This Episode:

The paradox of our relationship—how my mom’s greatest gift to me was also the root of our deepest struggles

A glimpse into our dynamic through childhood memories (including my infamous “old hooker” comment as a toddler—yes, you read that right)

The hard truths my mom had to face about herself and how her past trauma shaped the way she parented me

The moment she realized she had to stop trying to control me and instead, just love me

Why this conversation wouldn’t have been possible even ten years ago

For Anyone Struggling With a Mother-Daughter Relationship…

This episode isn’t just about us. It’s about you—the daughters who feel unseen, the mothers who feel like they’re losing their child, and anyone who has ever thought, Is this relationship beyond repair?

Healing is not instant. It’s messy. It’s painful. And yet, it is possible

What does a fulfilling life look like to you? How do you define success—not just for yourself, but for your kids?

In this episode of The Heart of Parenting Podcast, we’re diving deep into the expectations we carry for our children—where they come from, how they shape our parenting, and why they might be worth rethinking. You’ve spent years managing the chaos of daily life, guiding your kids, and making decisions to keep everything on track. But as they grow, are you still holding the reins a little too tightly?

I’ll challenge you to reflect on questions like:

• When did your dreams for your child begin, and whose dreams are they really?

• Are you parenting to prevent your own regrets, or to nurture your child’s unique path?

• Does your definition of success align with who your child truly is?

We’ll explore the myth of the “one right path,” why the college-success formula isn’t as reliable as we’ve been led to believe, and how loosening your grip can actually strengthen your bond with your child.

By the end, you might find that your expectations have changed—and that’s a good thing.

Curious? Good. That’s where growth begins. Let’s dive in.

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If you’ve ever watched your daughter struggle with motivation, procrastination, or just feeling stuck, you’re not alone. As parents, we want to see our kids thrive—but what if the way we think about achievement is actually holding them back?

In today’s episode, we’re taking a fresh look at goal-setting, motivation, and what it really takes to help our daughters build confidence and follow through. We’ll explore a powerful reframe that shifts the focus from pressure to purpose, helping our kids (and ourselves) break free from the cycle of setting goals that don’t stick.

If you’ve ever wondered:

Why do some goals feel impossible to accomplish?

How do I help my daughter stay motivated without nagging?

What’s missing from traditional goal-setting advice?

Then this episode is for you.

Tune in to discover a new way to approach goals—one that actually works.

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