The Mandy Mae Johnson Podcast

Episode 27:Listen to as Mandy interviews Beth Tyson, MA, is a childhood trauma consultant, 3x best-selling author, keynote speaker, and an advocate for children in the child welfare system. She provides international training on childhood trauma and loss, and is currently working on a trauma-informed animated series for teens.While working as a psychotherapist with kinship families (aka grandparents raising grandchildren), she was inspired to write a children's book to help families cope with the trauma of being separated from their biological parents.  Her tender-hearted book, A Grandfamily for Sullivan and her other books are  available at bethtyson.com.Most importantly, Beth is the mom to a spirited little girl with a secret stash of chocolate in her room, just like her mama.Beth is graciously giving away her copy of the CARES model for connection after chaos "A trauma-responsive "in the moment" method for caregivers and professionals"As caregivers we want to help a child in distress, but we often say and do unhelpful things because we are overwhelmed by the child's behavior.The C.A.R.E.S Model is a step-by-step trauma-responsive approach you can follow to co-regulate with a child who is in the fight/flight/freeze/fawn trauma response. This one-of-a-kind framework is a free gift to you, and signing up will also subscribe you to my monthly newsletter on childhood trauma. Access to the latest research and resources on childhood trauma will be included in your subscription, please subscribe to Beth's monthly Childhood Trauma Newsletter here: BethTyson.com. https://www.bethtyson.com/caresBeth also has a private Facebook group you can join called Emotiminds, which is focused on trauma-informed care and trust-focused parenting.  The instagram post we mention in this episode can be found here, Children Can Trigger our Old Trauma.Hit subscribe and stay tuned for this season about trials, triggers & trauma.If you would like to be featured on the podcast, fill out the form HERE.Join the community HERE.FacebookInstagramBlogContact MeSupport the showSupport the show

Episode 26:Listen to as Mandy interviews Michelle Jones is President and Co-Founder of Trauma Integration. Michelle is a Trauma Educator and Certified Trauma Integration Coach.Michelle firmly believes in the inherent resiliency within each of us. She loves connecting with people and uncovering the light and strength in the people she meets.  The book Michelle Jones mentions as her recommended resources is the book Complex PTSD: From Surviving to Thriving: A Guide and Map for Recovering from Childhood Trauma by Pete WalkerListen to the Mind Well Podcast.Find additional resources mentioned by Michelle by visiting here.Schedule a free 15 minute meeting to have all of your questions answered by Michelle at www.jonesharbor.comHit subscribe and stay tuned for this season about trials, triggers & trauma.If you would like to be featured on the podcast, fill out the form HERE.Join the community HERE.FacebookInstagramBlogContact MeSupport the showSupport the show

Episode 25:Listen to as Mandy interviews a fellow bonus mama who is a mama to 3, believer and brave as all can be by being a light through her social media. Earlier this month she shared a post stating 1. “They won't all be Hallmark holidays. And that is okay.”2. “Remember, you can change your mind, boundaries and expectations”And last but not least 3. “Setting a boundary does not make you an evil stepmom”If you haven't already followed @thesteplex on insta, DO IT! Lex is *this* close to launching her shop! Join her VIP list to exclusive early access to merchandise and discount codes!   The book Lex mentions as her recommended resources is Grace-Filled Stepparenting by Laurie Polich Short.Hit subscribe and stay tuned for this season about trials, triggers & trauma.If you would like to be featured on the podcast, fill out the form HERE.Join the community HERE.FacebookInstagramBlogContact MeSupport the showSupport the show

Episode 24:*Trigger Warning:  This episode will discuss a specific person's experience with coparenting with a narcissist and sociopath. The content may be triggering to listeners with similar experiences.* The average toxic person affects 10 people directly and/or indirectly in their life.  Are you being affected by a narcissist or sociopath? Is your coparenting relationship full of drama, trauma and chaos? Listen as Mandy interviews Grace W. Wroldson. Grace is the author of five self-help books available on Amazon. Through her books, Grace gives insight on how to cope with loving an alcoholic. Her newest books deliver essential survival strategies for co-parenting with a narcissist in a high-conflict custody battle.Defying the odds, Grace overcame every obstacle that her ex placed in her path to happiness. She has since dedicated her life's work to help other women and mothers cope, win, face failures, and find peace. Ultimately, her mission is to spare children from an alcoholic home or save them from abusive, toxic, personality-disordered parents by offering the secrets to her success and valuable survivor wisdom in her books. Grace shares three suggestions and encouragement that has helped set her up for success when coparenting with a narcissist and sociopath.Find the two books we discuss here:Coparenting with a Narcissist: 7 Self-Rules to Stay SaneCoparenting with a Sociopath: Survival & Sanity GuideFind Grace on FacebookInstagramWebsiteHit subscribe and stay tuned for this season about trials, triggers & trauma.If you would like to be featured on the podcast, fill out the form HERE.Join the community HERE.FacebookInstagramBlogContact MeSupport the showSupport the show

Episode 23:Listen as Mandy chats with Ginger, cofounder of The Family Core App , the number one family organizational platform.Their mission is to provide the best family management tools to keep everyone in the family safely & securely connected. The Family Core includes secure document storage, an event management and calendar feature, a private family chat, and Geo location with check-in feature. This platform improves family management. Whether you are a busy nuclear family, co-parenting through divorce or separation, parallel parenting, single parenting, a caregiver or legal advocate, this platform allows information to be shared in a secure environment. This platform is HIPPA and COPPA compliant. The software provides parents and their families with the tools and resources necessary to increase family efficiency and communication while decreasing stress. Start organizing life today with a 7 day free trial.Follow The Family Core on Instagram.Hit subscribe and stay tuned for this season about trials, triggers & trauma.If you would like to be featured on the podcast, fill out the form HERE.Want to connect with others and receive the updates first? Join the community HERE.FacebookInstagramBlogContact MeWant to support Mandy and the resources she is providing?Send your gift here!Support the show

Episode 22:Mandy shares as a follow up to her interview with Katie and Cheri from MomNation on their podcast From the Heart. Mandy describes her perspective of what creates a high conflict coparenting relationship, what has helped her navigate through the different seasons and isn't afraid to admit her part in certain scenarios. If you haven't listened the original interview that inspired this episode,  just find the From the Heart MomNation podcast on your favorite platform. Listening for the first time? Be sure to listen to Mandy's first episode called Coparenting Dynamics.  Hit subscribe and stay tuned for this season about trials, triggers & trauma.If you would like to be featured on the podcast, fill out the form HERE.Join the community HERE.FacebookInstagramBlogContact MeSupport the showSupport the show

EPISODE 21*Trigger Warning:  This episode will discuss a specific person's experience with pregnancy as a result of sexual assault.  This episode also mentions abortion. The content may be triggering to listeners with similar experiences.Mandy has a conversation with Jes Smith. Jes is busy chasing Jesus, a wife to Tyler, mama to future leaders and clumsy nature lover.When they met, Mandy shared some fun facts about her life and included she lives life blended with her husband. Jes was quite reassuring that she has had quite the life journey with her own set or coparenting experiences with an incredible testimony to boot.Listen as Jes shares a true story of redemption as she shares her biggest traumatic experience that lead to additional trials. Her bravery and courage as she shares about her trauma, hurts, boundaries, healing and faith is nothing short of miraculous. Hit subscribe and stay tuned for this season about trials, triggers & trauma.If you would like to be featured on the podcast, fill out the form HERE.Want to connect with others and receive the updates first? Join the community HERE.FacebookInstagramBlogContact MeWant to support Mandy and the resources she is providing? Send your gift here!Support the show

Episode 20:Mandy chats with Megan Bottom from Broken 2 Blessed. Megan Bottom is an author, speaker and a Blended Family Marriage Coach. She and her husband, Dwayne have been called to travel full time and are currently residing in Nevada.  Megan and Dwayne host several retreats per year, offer hope through their online courses. Their YouTube channel is full of encouragement and life giving testimonies plus she speaks to large events and churches about finding hope.Megan is passionate about helping blended families use marriage as a powerful evangelistic weapon. Listen as she shares how unforgiveness and bitterness have affected her marriage in the early years as she worked through trauma to grow closer to God, her husband and set her family up for success.Connect with Megan Bottom with Broken 2 Blessed on your favorite platform InstagramFacebookWebsite YouTubeHit subscribe and stay tuned for this season about trials, triggers & trauma.If you would like to be featured on the podcast, fill out the form HERE.Join the community HERE.FacebookInstagramBlogContact MeSupport the showSupport the show

Episode 19:Mandy chats with Katie J Trent, a popular author, speaker, and homeschool mama of two. She's also a Pinterest drop-out with a messy house and happy kids— well, most of the time.Katie is committed to empowering women to know and become more like Christ. She would love to walk along your journey of faith with you and welcome you to her kitchen table.She is the author of Dishing Up Devotions: 36 Faith-Building Activities for Homeschooling Families. She is on a mission to help you simplify your homeschool and learn how to make family faith-building fun…and easy!Today she takes the time to connect and share about marriage, different triggers she has been able to identify and opportunities to overcome to have a closer relationship with God, her husband and family. Shop: https://katiejtrent.com/shop/ COUPON CODE: MANDY50 for 50% off storewide valid thru 12/31/2023Book: Dishing Up Devotions: 36 Faith-Building Activities for Homeschooling Families : https://DishingUpDevotions.com/Free Family Faith-Building Bundle: https://katiejtrent.com/free-family-faith-building-bundle/Connect with Katie J. Trent on your favorite platform:FacebookInstagramWebsiteHit subscribe and stay tuned for this season about trials, triggers & trauma.If you would like to be featured on the podcast, fill out the form HERE.Join the community HERE.FacebookInstagramBlogContact MeSupport the showSupport the show

Episode 18:Mandy Connects with Kaili from Kaili Speaks.We all have a moment (let's be honest, multiple moments) that define who we are. Kaili seeks opportunities to chat with people about their defining moment to dive deeper to share what they learned from it. She digs into personal stories and then into the behavioral science and the logistics of how to use those traits and experiences to help us see each other in a new and different light. She loves to share her mess with her audience, kinda like me, so you know you're not alone. She talks about resilience, self acceptance, and more to help you realize ...YOU ARE amazing, even when it doesn't feel like it.Find Kaili on FacebookInstagramPODCAST&& her website.Hit subscribe and stay tuned for this season about trials, triggers & trauma.If you would like to be featured on the podcast, fill out the form HERE.Join Mandy's community HERE.FacebookInstagramBlogContact MeSupport the showSupport the show

Episode 17: Mandy chats with Skyler Evans, a mama  who has faced giants when it comes to the custody of her oldest son. Skyler loves Jesus, wife to Tyler, mama of 5 and building the homestead dream in Alabama. Her accent is the cutest and simplicity is her thing while keeping life real and raw. Listen as she shares her story revealing that her husband Tyler of 3 years still has not met his stepson, Skyler's oldest son whom she shares custody. Skyler describes her top three tips of setting up her blended family for success:1. Minding your own business.2. Focus on what is most important3. CommunicationRead more about her journey right here: How my custody battle has made me a stronger woman and a better mother by Skyler Evans.Follow Skyler on Instagram.Hit subscribe and stay tuned for this season about trials, triggers & trauma.If you would like to be featured on the podcast, fill out the form HERE.Join the community HERE.FacebookInstagramBlogContact MeSupport the showSupport the show

Inner vows  are promises we make to ourselves out of protection.  What I was using to create protection was actually creating more hurt and insecurity.Romans 12: 2Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect. Pastor Jimmy Evans book Blending FamiliesReal Marriage podcast Episode 6: You'll Never Hurt Me AgainBlended Kingdom Families 4 Part Series:Part 1: The False Promise of Inner Vows Part 2: What Landmines are Awaiting You?Part 3: Clearing out your pastPart 4: overcoming your inner vows with your spouseHit subscribe and stay tuned for this season about trials, triggers & trauma.If you would like to be featured on the podcast, fill out the form HERE.Join the community HERE.FacebookInstagramBlogContact MeSupport the showSupport the show

Just a little update about what you can expect from the podcast moving forward. Hit subscribe and stay tuned for a season about trials, triggers & trauma.If you would like to be featured on the podcast, fill out the form HERE.Join the community HERE.FacebookInstagramBlogContact MeSupport the showSupport the show

Do you participate in every battle you're invited to? Been there! Listen as I share a scenario where I realize, I have some work to do on my heart as I share how I respond to an accusation and how it lead me to healing hurts and growing in my faith. I can only hold myself accountable. I can only put myself in a position to be better.Just because someone typed it up and hit send, doesn't make it true. My identity is in Christ and no one can take that away from me. Giveaway Details:Day One: Crown Up CoDay Two: Amanda LarsonDay Three: Joslynn Flowers- Daily StepmomIf you would like to be featured on the podcast, fill out the form HERE.Join the community HERE.FacebookInstagramBlogContact MeSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/MandyMaeJohnson)Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/MandyMaeJohnson)

Anyone else think their plan is better than God's plan? Where are my fellow perfectionists at?! Nobody? Just me, weird. Listen as I share an event where I did my best to micromanage God's plan, thinking I had the best option ever. I can hear you guys laughing already. Don't worry, God's plan was definitely, 100% better than my own. If you would like to be featured on the podcast, fill out the form HERE.Join the community HERE.FacebookInstagramBlogContact MeSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/MandyMaeJohnson)Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/MandyMaeJohnson)

Who are the close people in your circle? You know, the ones you can lean into and love on for big moments. Community isn't just something that happens, you have to be intentional about it. Listen as I share how walking alongside others has helped my faith, marriage and our blended family.If you would like to be featured on the podcast, fill out the form HERE.FacebookInstagramBlogContact MeSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/MandyMaeJohnson)Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/MandyMaeJohnson)Support the show

Happy New Year!Here is a little encouragement and a little random update before kicking off some amazing interviews, resources and content to meet you right where you're at. If you would like to be featured on the podcast, fill out the form HERE.FacebookInstagramBlogContact MeSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/MandyMaeJohnson)Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/MandyMaeJohnson)

On a scale of 1-1- with 1 being THE WORST and 10 being THE BEST, how do you feel about your current coparenting season? In this episode I dive a little deeper to relate coparenting relationships to the four standard seasons: Fall, Winter, Spring & Summer. There is a season for everything. Seasons don't last forever and each season is preparing us for the next season. No matter what coparenting season you may be in, I pray you can relate as you listen.  If you would like to be featured on the podcast, fill out the form HERE.FacebookInstagramBlogContact MeSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/MandyMaeJohnson)Support the show

In this episode I share a resource that has transformed my ability to provide healthy meals for my family while taking back my time to actually BE there for my family. I invite Cassy from Fed & Fit to share the reason behind the "Cook Once" dinner method and all of her healthy living secrets. I pray that if you are in a rich season of BUSY (which come on, the holidays are approaching so get ready!!) you will be encouraged by her words, tips and tricks and this simple and affordable way of feeding your family.She is graciously giving away not one but TWO of her books so be sure to enter! Connect with Cassy  on Instagram here:@fedandfitWebsite for incredible resources and tutorials:https://fedandfit.com/**Affiliate links to books I mention:Cook Once Eat All Week by Cassy Joy GarciaCook Once Dinner Fix by Cassy Joy GarciaIf you would like to be featured on the podcast, fill out the form HERE.FacebookInstagramBlogContact MeSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/MandyMaeJohnson)Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/MandyMaeJohnson)

In this episode I invite Nicole Helmstetler to share insight of her experience with the book "Switch on Your Brain" by Dr. Caroline Leaf.  She shares her journey of counseling, EMDR and what brought her to start the 21 Day Brain Detox. You will hear her story of transformation and gain a better understanding for what brought me to become passionate about guiding people to heal through nutrition and trauma integration. Connect with Nicole  on Instagram here:@victorythrulove**Affiliate links to books I mention:Switch on Your Brain by Dr. Caroline LeafIf you would like to be featured on the podcast, fill out the form HERE.FacebookInstagramBlogContact MeSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/MandyMaeJohnson)Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/MandyMaeJohnson)

We live life blended & I pray you will be able to connect with others, obtain new tools and resources as well as resonate with the stories shared by others as you listen.In this episode I share why there has been a little break in episodes, the tools and resources I have been using. I share a little bit about the impact of unresolved trauma in my life. This has lead me to walk alongside others as I help guide them to healing through trauma integration and nutrition. Trauma Consultation Form**Affiliate links to books I mention:Switch on Your Brain by Dr. Carolin LeafThe Body Keeps Score by Bessel A. van der KolkIf you would like to be interviewed to add value to other blended families, fill out the form HERE.FacebookInstagramBlogContact MeSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/MandyMaeJohnson)Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/MandyMaeJohnson)

We live life blended & I pray you will be able to connect with others, obtain new tools and resources as well as resonate with the stories shared by others as you listen.In this episode I interview my best friend! We share the dynamic of our blended family, what sets us up for success, how we feel about making it over the three year hump as well as pieces of encouragement.We are sharing a little insight to what has worked for us, what we hope for in the future and a tiny bit of reassurance that it is OKAY if your blended family is not where you want it to be.If you would like to be interviewed to add value to other blended families, fill out the form HERE.FacebookInstagramBlogContact MeSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/MandyMaeJohnson)Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/MandyMaeJohnson)

HAPPY STEPMOTHER'S DAY! In a previous episode I shared how impactful positive affirmations have been in my life. As I walk alongside other StepMoms, I've realized how few compliments and encouragement some of us actually receive. This gave me the inspiration to collect positive statements others had heard and share them so in the hard moments, fellow StepMoms can have a resource with affirmations and positive statements at their fingertips ready for them to hear. To everyone who shared their submissions, THANK YOU for sharing a piece of your journey and a piece of your heart. Your contribution has been incredible and has impacted me in more ways than I could ever describe, I pray it blesses others as well.FacebookInstagramWebsiteEmail: johnson.mandymae@gmail.comSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/MandyMaeJohnson)

Sister, you are more than JUST a mom or a stepmom. Or whatever title you are during this season. I am going to break down this statement to share what it means, how it affects others and me as well as how you can rest in knowing who you are. This episode also launches my "Shirt of the Month" for May.Find more details and order your tee or tank here.FacebookInstagramBlogContact Me: johnson.mandymae@gmail.comSupport the show

In this episode I share my current affirmation, what it means and how positive affirmations have changed my life. Trusting in God's promises, I've stepped forward in faith to share my writing and speak of my story.  My heart's desire is to share this affirmation, truth and light with YOU. Proverbs 19:21 says, “Many are the plans in a person's heart, but it is the Lord's purpose that prevails.” This episode also launches my "Shirt of the Month"Find more details and order your "Faithful God" tee or tank here.FacebookInstagramBlog: www.mandymaejohnson.comContact Me: johnson.mandymae@gmail.comSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/MandyMaeJohnson)

In this episode, I dive deeper to share about my hurts after divorce and how taking a long hard look in the mirror made me realize I had some habits to break. I explain the process of CR and my mini testimony. You can read my full "mini mony" here.See more about Celebrate Recovery here.FacebookBlogInstagramContactSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/MandyMaeJohnson)

We live life blended & I pray you will be able to connect with others, obtain new tools and resources as well as resonate with the stories shared by others as you listen. Coparenting dynamics can be a little tricky, we know because my husband and I have drastically different coparenting relationships with each of the other parents for our children. The top 10 coparenting tips you find when you search google still leave a lot of gray area. Either way, I'm sharing a little insight to what has worked for us, what we hope for in the future and a tiny bit of reassurance that it is OKAY if your coparenting relationship isn't where you want it to be. Facebook InstagramBlogContact MeSupport the show

I'm Your host Mandy. I live by my faith, love my husband & kiddos, will do anything for tacos and believe community is life changing.  We live life blended & I pray you will be able to connect with others, obtain new tools and resources as well as resonate with the stories shared by others as you listen. Support the show