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Description:It's Pride Month, and we couldn't think of a better time to bring back one of our most beloved episodes. Sara Cunningham — founder of Free Mom Hugs — first joined Jen back in 2018, when she was a Christian mom from Oklahoma City who had just started showing up at Pride parades with a handmade sign and a button. A lot has happened since then. What began as one mom extending her arms to strangers has grown into a global movement. Free Mom Hugs now trains advocates, lobbies legislatures, and shows up year after year for LGBTQIA+ people whose own families walked away. Sara hasn't just built an organization — she's built a lifeline. In this conversation, Sara and Jen revisit the journey that started it all: how Sara moved from the church to the Pride parade without losing her faith, what it meant for her son Parker to come out into a family still finding its footing, and how the stories of people who had lost everything — their families, their churches, their sense of belonging — fell into her arms and changed the course of her life. They also talk about what it takes to turn personal pain into structural change, and why showing up — physically, politically, and relationally — for the LGBTQIA+ community matters more than ever right now. This one is worth every minute. Enjoy this encore conversation with our beloved friend, Sara Cunningham! Thought-provoking Quotes: “No one has searched for God more than the Gay Christian.” – Sara Cunningham “The first drag show that I ever went to, when I crossed the threshold, I really thought lightning might strike. But, I realized these are beautiful people raising money for homeless LGBTQ youth. And I was so moved by that. I had it totally wrong. I believed a lie that kept me from some of the most beautiful experiences I've had in my life.” – Sara Cunningham “I remember there was a time, at the beginning of that journey, I call from the church to the pride parade. It was like reality was setting in. The bubble that I was in, the evangelical conservative mainstream bubble that I was in where everyone looked like me and talked like me, had just shattered. And I wanted to take a banner and put it outside of my house on the front door, like, welcome to the real world. And suddenly it's like my eyes are truly open.” - Sara Cunningham Resources Mentioned in This Episode: LGBTQIA MeCourse - https://shop.jenhatmaker.com/products/parenting-lgbtqia-teens-tweens Mama Bears - https://www.realmamabears.org/ FTL Episode ft. Sydney Hatmaker - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/spring-back-series-living-proudly-with-sydney-hatmaker/id1258388821?i=1000523761007 Kai Shappley's Website - https://kaishappley.com/ Free Mom Hugs Revolution Conference - https://freemomhugs.org/index.cfm?fuseaction=Page.ViewPage&pageId=571 Kimberly Shappley's Website - https://ourfaithintransition.com/ Glennon Doyle's Website - https://momastery.com/ How We Sleep at Night: A Mother's Memoir by Sara Cunningham - https://www.amazon.com/How-We-Sleep-At-Night/dp/1499725388 Good Friend with Jamie Lee Curtis ft Sara Cunningham - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/sara-cunningham/id1573809537?i=1000556513469 HRC Oklahoma - https://www.hrc.org/news/p3?state=oklahoma ACLU Oklahoma - https://www.acluok.org/ Freedom Oklahoma - https://www.freedomoklahoma.org/ Guest's Links: Website - https://freemomhugs.org/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/freemomhugs/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/freemomhugs Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/freemomhugsinc Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5BP-GtZ7HFPUu3PpTQMOGw Connect with Jen!Jen's Website - https://jenhatmaker.com/ Jen's Instagram - https://instagram.com/jenhatmakerJen's Twitter - https://twitter.com/jenHatmaker/ Jen's Facebook - https://facebook.com/jenhatmakerJen's YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/user/JenHatmaker The For the Love Podcast is presented by Audacy. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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At some point in midlife, many women begin to change in ways that surprise the people around them — and themselves. They stop tolerating what they used to accept. They become harder to manage and more honest about what they need. This episode is permission to stop apologizing for that. Growth in midlife is rarely quiet — and not everyone will celebrate it. Drawing on Glennon Doyle's Untamed, Courtney offers a three-question framework to help you distinguish between a genuine apology and the reflexive shrinking we do to make others comfortable with our becoming. Get your free chapter of The Consistency Code at https://theconsistencycode.com/freechapter #midlifeidentitychange #stopapologizingforgrowth #glennondoyleuntamed #womenchanginginmidlife #authenticselfmidlife #peoplepleasingrecovery #midlifereinventionwomen #settingboundariesmidlife #thoughtmanagementwomenover40 #becomingyourselfmidlife #growthmindsetwomen #personalgrowthmidlifewomen
Where have you been looking for your worthiness? If the honest answer involves what you've achieved, who approves of you, or how well you've performed your roles — this episode is for you. Jessica and Kelly get personal about the conditional worth they each carried for years: the Pinterest mom era, outsourcing okayness to other people's moods, and the strange moment a spiritual healer told Jessica she had a worthiness problem (and she laughed it off). They dig into why high-achieving women are often the last to recognize this pattern, what it looks like to start untangling it, and how a values clarification practice can help you begin separating what you actually want from what you've been performing. In This Episode Why conditional worth is so hard to spot — it looks like caring and dedication from the outside How Jessica tied worthiness to achievement and performance (including the Super Mario cake era) How Kelly outsourced her sense of okayness to other people's happiness The fragility of conditional worth — it's only as stable as the last thing you produced Why the empty nest hits so hard when identity is tangled up in caregiving The worthiness journey: therapy, Reiki, Glennon Doyle's Untamed, and real conversations Separating doing from being — things you do because you love your life, not to earn your place in it A values clarification tool: Is this something I actually value, or something I'm performing? The "Real Over Perfect" moment: pausing to ask whose standard this even is Senior night, fat heads, candy leis, and choosing simple over performing Your Brighter Moves This Week Kelly's Move: Finish the Sentence Complete this sentence without editing yourself: “I am worthy because ___.” Then just notice what comes after the because. Is it an achievement? A role? Someone's approval? You don't have to fix it right away. Just see it. Jessica's Move: Values Clarification Check Write down five things you feel are core parts of your identity. For each one, ask: Is this genuinely mine? Or is this who someone else needs me to be? You don't have to act on the answer. Just being aware of it is the work. Free Download This Month The Real Over Perfect Weekly Check-In — five questions, five minutes, once a week. Designed to help you slow down and reconnect with what's actually true for you. → Get it free at chasingbrighter.com/newsletter Coming Up Next Week We're blowing up the “having it all” story — where it came from, why it got a wellness makeover, and why Jessica thinks it's a myth worth dismantling entirely. Come ready to have an opinion. Connect with Chasing Brighter → Website: chasingbrighter.com → Instagram: @ChasingBrighter Episodes drop every Monday and Thursday. worthiness, conditional worth, self-worth, women and identity, high-achieving women, people pleasing, performing identity, Pinterest mom, empty nest, values clarification, real over perfect, Glennon Doyle Untamed, Chasing Brighter podcast, identity and expectations, May podcast series, Kelly and Jessica, personal growth podcast for women, inner critic, overachieving women, outsourcing self-worth, worthiness journey
Society's scripts often cage our true selves, much like a zoo animal. This audiobook summary reveals the surprising path to breaking free.
You've built a career. You hit the milestones. You look great on paper. So why does it still feel like it's never enough?Today I'm sitting down with executive coach and author Brooke Taylor whose book Healing the Success Wound was just named one of Cosmo's best self-love books of the year alongside Glennon Doyle and Elizabeth Gilbert, and y'all, this conversation cracked me open.Here's what we cover:What the "success wound" is and how to know if you have itThe 5 types of unfulfilled achievers (and which one you are)Why your self-worth in work always shows up in datingHow to take tiny steps toward change when you're too exhausted to startIf you've ever felt empty after hitting a goal you worked so hard for, this episode is going to give you a name for that feeling — and a way through it.Connect with Brooke Taylor:
UNDISTRACTED is back—and this is a fully loaded season premiere! First, Brittany Packnett Cunningham sits down the group chat of Dr. Brittney Cooper and Dr. David Johns to unpack what's happened, from the rise of Ms. Rachel to the decline of democracy. Then she hits the mic with Glennon Doyle and Abby Wambach to talk about raising boys in the age of the manosphere, navigating social-media backlash, and why Dawn Staley should never be messed with. This conversation gets real about the work of showing up…with integrity and with each other. Plus, we've got a helping of your UNtrending news.
We've been told for years: be the resistance.But what if that's why so many people fighting for love and inclusion feel exhausted?Inspired by a talk from Glennon Doyle, this episode flips the whole idea:We are not the resistance. We are the river.The current of belonging has always been moving — widening across history no matter who tried to stop it. Our role isn't just to argue or brace against the world… it's to step into that flow, find our place in it, and live the kind of life that invites others into the water too.Joy isn't a distraction from advocacy. It's one of its most powerful tools.Because fear can demand compliance — but only love creates movement.Send us a private message. *Note: INCLUDE YOUR EMAIL ADDRESS if you'd like us to answer. :-) Support the show
Jessica kicks off this Superwoman Diaries with a little confession — she got new ear piercings, and everything we learned in the '90s about aftercare was wrong. She shares what current piercing care actually looks like (hint: put down the peroxide and stop twisting!), why she and Kelly are both craving a refreshed look, and how it all connects to breaking free from "good girl" conditioning and finally just doing the things that feel like you. Plus — Gabby's last-minute commitment party came together in six days and it was everything. In this episode: Why Jessica got multiple new ear piercings (inspired by Michelle Obama, naturally) Old-school piercing care vs. what actually works: saline spray, no twisting, no peroxide Why ear piercings and tattoos feel like acts of identity and self-expression The connection to Untamed by Glennon Doyle and breaking free from "good girl" rules Raising teenagers — the joy, the roasting, and the Inside Out 2 feelings Gabby's surprise softball commitment party, pulled together in under a week Free Download Mentioned: Are You Living Your Values or Someone Else's? — a free values clarity guide. Sign up at chasingbrighter.com. Connect with us: Website & newsletter: chasingbrighter.com Instagram: @chasingbrighter Keywords: ear piercing aftercare, new ear piercings, piercing care tips, saline spray for piercings, midlife self-expression, living authentically, values alignment, breaking free from good girl conditioning, Glennon Doyle Untamed, raising teenagers, college softball commitment, Chasing Brighter podcast, women's lifestyle podcast, real over perfect, midlife women podcast, identity and self-discovery, choosing yourself
This is a special episode, sponsored by Bumble, taking a look at all the different ways we can meet someone: whether you meet young, in your 50s, or post-divorce. The three women in this episode (and four if you count me!) - are here to show us that finding the love of your life isn't always straight-forwards, or linear. First up, you'll hear from the brilliant and hilarious Miranda Hart, who got married when she was 51, and talks through her first date with her now husband. Then Australian comedian Celeste Barber talks about meeting her ‘hot husband' young, and quickly becoming a step-mum to two young children. Finally, American author Glennon Doyle talks about leaving her marriage for the love of her life, Abby – and co-parenting her three children with her ex-husband in a blended family. I hope this episode brings you as much laughter, reassurance and warmth as each of those guests have brought me. And hopefully it inspires you to refresh your Bumble profile, or download Bumble now! Listen to Miranda's full episode here: swap.fm/l/oTScN30b80GflJtO4rgu Listen to Celeste's full episode here: swap.fm/l/qLmwfjyeSolWuFeaHGdt Listen to Glennon's full episode here: swap.fm/l/Nd3ZzVy73FXUMupJ4i1q
It's been two years since we last chatted about how we're using Substack in our respective businesses. A lot has changed for both of us since then, so we decided it was time to share an update. Listen as we discuss moving the podcast to Substack, growing our mailing lists, turning on paid subscriptions, and in Charlie's case, turning them off again. As well as sharing what has and hasn't been working for us on the platform, we chat about our plans for 2026 and what we hope to achieve through our publications.Links and Further ReadingAre You Going to Start a Substack?How Are We Showing Up on Substack this Year?Glennon Doyle, Mean Girls, and the Evolution of Substack Should I Start a Substack for My Small Business?Are you using Substack in your small business? Join us over there to share your thoughts. We'd love to hear from you!Connect With UsFriends With Business Benefits on Substackcharlieswift.comlove-audrey.comFind Us On Instagram@loveaudrey83@_charlieswiftSubscribe to Our Mailing ListsFranky's Mailing ListCharlie's Mailing List Get full access to Friends with Business Benefits at friendswithbusinessbenefits.substack.com/subscribe
What does it mean to build relational literacy—and why does it matter so much right now? In this special episode of Let's Talk Love, Robin is joined by many of the extraordinary teachers joining us for In Bloom 2026, Real Love Ready's annual love and relationships summit. In Bloom takes place April 10-12, in Vancouver, BC. . This year's lineup includes Glennon Doyle, Abby Wambach, Dr. Shefali, Dr. Alexandra Solomon, Dr. Frank Anderson, Francesca Hogi, Lair and Ashley Torrent, Buddy Wakefield, and Damona Hoffman.Together, the group explores what it really means to grow in love, deepen our self-awareness, and build healthier, more meaningful relationships. You'll hear reflections on the sacred purpose of relationships, the difference between romance and real connection, the myths we need to let go of, and the ways relational skills can transform how we show up with ourselves and each other. This episode also offers a beautiful introduction to the wisdom and energy each teacher will be bringing to the summit.If you've been craving deeper connection, more honest conversations, and practical tools for your relationships, this episode is a powerful invitation into what In Bloom 2026 is all about. Join us in person in Vancouver or virtually from wherever you are, and use the code LETSTALKLOVE for 15% off your ticket.We want to hear from you! Please send us your anonymous questions for the Podcast as well as our weekly IG Live Ask The Experts Q&A. https://realloveready.com/submitaquestionLinks:www.realloveready.com/bookwww.inbloomsummit.comFOLLOW RLR: INSTAGRAM | FACEBOOK | TIKTOK
Rosamund Pike! What a woman. Famed for her portrayals of razor-sharp, morally complex and deliciously unpredictable characters, she brings that same intriguing duality to this conversation. Thoughtful and quietly rebellious, she reflects on a career that has defied neat narratives from the very beginning. After taking a year out from studying English at University of Oxford to pursue acting, she graduated and stepped straight into the global spotlight as Bond girl Miranda Frost in Die Another Day. From there came a string of unforgettable movies: Pride & Prejudice, Jack Reacher, A Private War and Saltburn. Her chilling performance in Gone Girl earned her an Oscar nomination and she took home a Golden Globe for I Care a Lot. In 2025, she returned to the stage for the first time in 15 years in the National Theatre's production of Inter Alia. In this episode, she talks about her ‘failure' to get married, the realities of raising two sons and her decision not to read a single review of her work for the past 25 years. Plus why she's ‘constantly in battle' with her own fear, her failure to be an action movie hero, her miserable attempt to cook a rabbit and whether or not she's ‘cool'. ✨ IN THIS EPISODE: 00:00 Intro 03:18 No reviews rule 06:57 Early perfectionism and stage craft 07:58 Inter Alia and modern womanhood 10:09 Luminate meditation mask 12:42 Failure to learn Chinese 19:09 Onstage mishaps and acting roles 28:59 What Cool Really Means 29:26 Cool Girl vs Amy 32:21 Failing at Being An Action Star 36:52 Failure to Get Married 45:17 Mothering Two Boys 47:28 Smells and Teen Hygiene 48:44 Rabbit Dinner and Being Enough
Today on The Gist, the line between free speech and harassment, and why the progressive left's blind spot for anti-Semitism turns "anti-Zionism" into a convenient excuse for abuse. Then comedian, actress, and writer Jamie Denbo joins the show to discuss reviving her beloved alt-comedy character, Beverly Ginsberg, for The Beverly Podcast. She opens up about her tenure as a writer and producer on Grey's Anatomy, revealing how the network's progressive double standards and post-October 7th hypocrisy forced her to resign. Plus, a healthy dose of "Jewish joy" and a few biting, in-character critiques of self-help gurus like Mel Robbins and Glennon Doyle. Produced by Corey Wara Video and Social Media by Geoff Craig Do you have questions or comments, or just want to say hello? Email us at thegist@mikepesca.com For full Pesca content and updates, check out our website at https://www.mikepesca.com/ For ad-free content or to become a Pesca Plus subscriber, check out https://subscribe.mikepesca.com/ For Mike's daily takes on Substack, subscribe to The Gist List https://mikepesca.substack.com/ Follow us on Social Media: YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4_bh0wHgk2YfpKf4rg40_g Instagram https://www.instagram.com/pescagist/ X https://x.com/pescami TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@pescagist To advertise on the show, contact ad-sales@libsyn.com or visit https://advertising.libsyn.com/TheGist
Today we've got the brilliant Elizabeth Day on Open Book, and let me tell you, her new novel One of Us is the book of the year — a razor-sharp, hilariously dark dive into the corruption of power, class warfare, and rich people behaving very, very badly. Elizabeth breaks it all down with the kind of insight that will make you rethink everything you thought you knew about who's really running the world — and why it's all falling apart. Elizabeth Day is the author of The Party and other books, as well as one of the most influential podcasters at work today. Her show, How to Fail, has become a go-to hitmaker, launching authors such as Meg Mason and Glennon Doyle onto the bestseller list in the UK. I predict that this is the novel of the year (yes, I know it's March), get your copy of One of Us here: https://amzn.to/4012yCs Listen to her brilliant podcast "How To Fail With Elizabeth Day here: https://pod.link/1407451189 Anthony Scaramucci is the founder and managing partner of SkyBridge, a global alternative investment firm, and founder and chairman of SALT, a global thought leadership forum and venture studio. Pre-order my next book, All the Wrong Moves: How Three Catastrophic Decisions Led to the Rise of Trump, out on the 17th of September in the UK and the 22nd of September in the US: https://linktr.ee/anthonyscaramucci Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Outlouders, this is your sneak peek of today's subscriber episode. Listen to the full episode of Jessie's Twins Update & What We Really Did On Our Holidays at 5pm today. Not a subscriber? You know what to do. So, Jessie Stephens is pregnant with twins and she just got some very inconvenient news. In this episode, Mia Freedman quizzes Jessie on that and all manner of babies' updates, from how much longer she has to go to why the twins already seem to love annoying their mum. Plus, what Jessie, Holly and Mia did on their holidays, which ranges from terrible hosting to absolutely nothing to sinking into a slow, dawning panic. And everything Mia Freedman read, watched and bought over the break. Have your notes app ready. This is just a taste, a little treat, if you will. The full feast lands at 5pm for subscribers. We’re giving away a Your Reformer Pilates bed (worth $3,400). Subscribe to be in the running to win.
Shownotes Take your business to the next level with my FREE VITA Coaching Checklist Exactly what the "witch wound" is and where it lives in your body The one thing Layla would change in the Catholic teachings Why spiritual lies live inside our bodies as self-hatred How spirituality impacts our ability to be a sexual being What most people still don't understand about Mary Magdalene Bio Meggan Watterson is the Wall Street Journal bestselling author of Mary Magdalene Revealed. She is a feminist theologian with a Master of Theological Studies from Harvard Divinity School and a Master of Divinity from Union Theological Seminary. Meggan is the founder of The House of Mary Magdalene, a spiritual community that studies the sacred texts left out of the traditional canon and practices the soul-voice meditation. Her work has appeared in media outlets such as The New York Times, The New Yorker, HuffPost, TEDxWomen, and Marie Claire. Meggan's most recent book, The Girl Who Baptized Herself, was recommended by Glennon Doyle in ELLE as "the book that kept me up way too late." You can follow Meggan's work on Instagram and find her books, meditations, and offerings on her website. Follow Layla!
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2853: Jenny Lee explores the silent crisis many mothers face: the erasure of personal identity under the weight of parenthood. By reframing burnout not as a failure but as a signal to reinvest in what makes you, you, she offers tangible steps to reclaim your sense of self, starting with self-care and extending into rediscovery, compromise, and purpose. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.hellobrio.com/blog/burnout Quotes to ponder: "It's not okay for us to say, 'It's tough, and I think I made a huge mistake becoming a parent.'" "Self-care should be your baseline: Get your full night's sleep, and exercise regularly." "In rediscovering your sense of identity, you will be a better mother. A better employee. A happier, more well-rounded person." Episode references: Untamed by Glennon Doyle: https://www.amazon.com/Untamed-Glennon-Doyle/dp/1984801252 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2853: Jenny Lee explores the silent crisis many mothers face: the erasure of personal identity under the weight of parenthood. By reframing burnout not as a failure but as a signal to reinvest in what makes you, you, she offers tangible steps to reclaim your sense of self, starting with self-care and extending into rediscovery, compromise, and purpose. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.hellobrio.com/blog/burnout Quotes to ponder: "It's not okay for us to say, 'It's tough, and I think I made a huge mistake becoming a parent.'" "Self-care should be your baseline: Get your full night's sleep, and exercise regularly." "In rediscovering your sense of identity, you will be a better mother. A better employee. A happier, more well-rounded person." Episode references: Untamed by Glennon Doyle: https://www.amazon.com/Untamed-Glennon-Doyle/dp/1984801252
In this conversation, Ashleigh joins host Mat Green to reflect on the joys and challenges of teaching, resource creating, and creating space for wellbeing. From the importance of slowing down in the classroom to her evolving views on technology and her journey from teacher to education business owner.You'll hear candid moments about spelling struggles, teacher wellbeing, and how the most magical classrooms often leave the biggest imprint, not because of the content, but because of how students feel. Plus, Ash shares the story behind the most popular Rainbow Sky resource UNO card games!In this episode, we talk about:How Ashleigh's views on technology have evolvedWhy she's saying "no" to rushing and “yes” to herself in 2025The teacher who changed her life (and what happened when she met her again 20 years later!)How Rainbow Sky Creations began (spoiler: it started with iPad drawings and a pregnant coffee date!)The philosophy behind their wildly popular UNO card maths gamesWhy differentiation in teacher PD matters just as much as in student learningThe Rainbow Sky mantra every new teacher needs to hearThis episode is full of golden takeaways, encouraging reminders, and lots of laughter. A must-listen for every teacher who's ever felt overwhelmed, rushed, or in need of a gentle reset.Rainbows ahead,Alisha and AshleighResources mentioned in this episode:Books mentioned: Untamed by Glennon Doyle, The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt and 4,000 Weeks: Time Management for Mortals by Oliver BurkemanView our UNO Card Maths ActivitiesRainbow Sky PD Hub – On-demand, actionable professional developmentLet's hear from you! Text us!
My father, Hans-Georg Graf von Rittberg, was born on March 27, 1943, on his family's estate in Pomerania during World War II. In early 1945, his mother, Karin Gräfin von Rittberg, eight months pregnant, fled with her two sons ahead of the Russian occupation. Her husband was executed in April 1945 for his involvement in the resistance against Hitler.By the fall of 1945, they were finally able to reach Western Germany, escaping Russian-controlled territory. In our conversation, my father recalls his earliest memories in Königsbach, where they lived above a horse stall. Winters were brutally cold, and to keep her sons from freezing at night, his mother would bind their hands so they would keep them tucked under the blankets.What I find most striking are the tender memories my father carries from such a devastating time — playing in the woods, building makeshift bridges, learning to navigate the world with curiosity and imagination. He speaks about growing up in post-war Germany with a mother who, despite having lost almost everything, always found ways to create a good life from what they had.As he grew older, his central ambition became rebuilding what had been lost, and one day offering his own family the life he had always dreamed of. Had my father not received a Fulbright scholarship to study in New York — where he met my mother — I would not be here today.Their life together has been one great adventure, and I feel deeply grateful and proud to be part of it.
In this final episode of Prayer on the Air for 2025, Angela Montano invites us into a profound exploration of unconditional love, grief, acceptance, and the mysterious ways life unfolds. Speaking from the heart, Angela reflects on the divided mind, the healing power of loving what is, and the tenderness of surrender as we move through both the beautiful and the brutal—what Glennon Doyle calls “the brutiful.”Through deeply moving stories, including the sudden loss of Hollywood icons Rob and Michelle Reiner and the complexities of family relationships, Angela reminds us that love is always present—beneath our judgments, beneath our resistance, beneath our fear.This episode includes heartfelt prayers for listeners around the world:• For holidays that feel tender or lonely• For grief that asks to be felt more fully• For illness, headaches, and the body's calls for rest• For daughters, sons, mothers, and sisters• For those navigating change, independence, or uncertaintyAngela shares powerful teachings on:– Shifting from judgment to blessing– Letting grief transform rather than consume– The sacred pause that illness or struggle can bring– The path of humility, compassion, and tender acceptance– Living from overflow rather than depletion– Trusting divine timing and surrendering our storylinesAs we close 2025 and enter a new year, this episode offers a grounding reminder:You are born of unconditional love.You are capable of loving what is.And your heart already knows the way.Join us in this prayerful circle of hope, healing, and awakening as we bless one another into the holy days ahead.
Episode best if WATCHED on YouTube ;)In this much anticipated episode, I finally open up about my lifetime battle with OCD. How its devastation shifted from childhood "just right" rituals to religious and sexuality obsessions to relationship OCD, and how naming it led to therapy, medication, and a gentler way to live. I share the tools that helped and why this CAA community matters so much to me.Resources from this episode:When are intrusive thoughts normal vs abnormal: A short blog article “What are intrusive thoughts and are they normal?” by Dr. Lauren T. Edwards Basics about OCDOCD 20-question quizListen to Podcast ‘We Can Do Hard Things' by Treat Media and Glennon Doyle, Episode: “The Truth of OCD: Therapist Alegra Kastens on Living with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder” Apple Podcasts link Spotify linkPodcast ‘Armchair Expert' by Dax Shepard, Episode: “Alegra Kastens (OCD Specialist)” Apple Podcasts linkSpotify linkPodcast ‘Speaking of Psychology', Episode: “OCD myths and realities, with Dean McKay, PhD, and Uma Chatterjee“Apple Podcasts linkSpotify Podcast linkWays to find more information/mental health resources: Check your personal insurance to determine mental health benefits and coverageLook into your employer's Employee Assistance Program (EAP) if available, to see what mental health resources they may offerFind a Therapist that fits your needs: https://www.psychologytoday.com/usYou can now text me! Leave your email if you need a response! Pre-AA Matters is a 12-week program designed to teach you the inner skills of being a CAA, and help you thrive in AA school. You'll learn how to regulate your stress, navigate setbacks, communicate with confidence, and build the emotional resilience that will carry you from Pre-AA → CAA. Our January 2026 cohorts are enrolling now. Learn MoreUse code AAPODCAST50 for $50 off registration.Stay Connected by subscribing to the Awakened Anesthetist Newsletter- for more CAA specific resources, exclusive content and offers. Watch episodes of Awakened Anesthetist Now on YouTube! Let's Chat! awakenedanesthetist.com or on IG @awakenedanesthetist
Bonus Episode #2 coming at you! Welcome back to our special five-episode series, where we're re-running some of our most impactful + memorable episodes. These conversations changed us but also deeply touched you, our community—and in many ways, put our show on the map. We've got GLENNON DOYLE this week, so get ready for an unfiltered, soul-shaking conversation on radical self-trust, untaming your life, and breaking through society's expectations. Discover how to reclaim your truth + embody the kind of authenticity that will change your whole world. Glennon opens up about her own transformation from battling people-pleasing + codependency to stepping boldly into joy, fearlessness, and the kind of love that redefines everything. Glennon gives us a taste of the truly LIBERATING power of uncomfortable honesty, and we're SO here for it! We also talk about: Why we're conditioned to distrust women in their power Handling pushback from loved ones when you change Creating healthy boundaries with family Why truth-telling is the most transformative kindness Breaking the productivity trap + allowing yourself to rest The impact of activism, especially for white women Dealing with pain + discomfort without numbing out The love + control dynamic in romantic relationships Restoring self-trust after abandoning yourself How Glennon + her wife Abby inspire each other to grow Resources: Website: https://glennondoyle.com/ Instagram: @glennondoyle Order our book, Almost 30: A Definitive Guide To A Life You Love For The Next Decade and Beyond, here: https://bit.ly/Almost30Book. Sponsors: Puori | Visit https://Puori.com/ALMOST30 and use our promo code ALMOST30 for 20% off. Primally Pure | Use code ALMOST30 to get 15% off your Primally Pure purchase at www.primallypure.com. Cymbiotika | Go to Cymbiotika.com/Almost30 for 20% off + free shipping. Ritual | Get 25% off your first month for a limited time at ritual.com/ALMOST30. Fatty15 | Get an additional 15% off their 90-day subscription Starter Kit by going to fatty15.com/ALMOST30 and use code ALMOST30 at checkout. Pendulum | Go to pendulumlife.com and use code ALMOST30 for 20% off all Pendulum membership first orders. To advertise on this podcast please email: partnerships@almost30.com. Learn More: https://almost30.com/about https://almost30.com/morningmicrodose https://almost30.com/book Join our community: https://facebook.com/Almost30podcast/groups https://instagram.com/almost30podcast https://tiktok.com/@almost30podcast https://youtube.com/Almost30Podcast Podcast disclaimer can be found by visiting: almost30.com/disclaimer. Almost 30 is edited by Garett Symes and Isabella Vaccaro. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Can anxiety about food safety quietly shape the way an entire family eats, lives, and loves? In this episode of Dr. Marianne-Land: An Eating Disorder Recovery Podcast, Dr. Marianne Miller, LMFT, talks with Tamara Hubbard, LCPC, founder of The Food Allergy Counselor and The Academy of Food Allergy Counseling. Together, they explore how food allergy anxiety can affect both children and parents, sometimes leading to ARFID-like eating patterns and significant emotional distress. Tamara shares her journey from being a parent of a child with a peanut allergy to becoming a national leader in the field of food allergy mental health. She discusses how chronic fear and misinformation can cause families to become trapped in cycles of hypervigilance and restriction. She and Dr. Marianne also examine how therapy can help families move toward flexibility, autonomy, and connection at the table. Listeners will hear how Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and values-based approaches support parents in balancing safety with freedom, and how addressing anxiety can improve both emotional well-being and quality of life. Key Topics Covered The difference between food allergies and food intolerances and why accurate understanding matters How food allergy anxiety can spread through families and mimic ARFID symptoms The role of parental fear in shaping a child's own food relationship and daily life The risks of restriction-based medical advice, including some functional medicine practices How ACT and mindfulness tools can help parents tolerate fear and stay connected to their values Ways to calm the fight-or-flight response and reduce hypervigilance around food and safety Why collaboration between therapists and allergists creates stronger, safer support for families Who This Episode Is For This episode is for parents and caregivers who want to understand how food allergies, anxiety, and ARFID intersect in family life. It is also for therapists, dietitians, and healthcare providers who want to learn how to support families with evidence-based, trauma-informed, and values-driven care. Food Allergy Resources Mentioned Book: May Contain Anxiety: Managing the Overwhelm of Parenting Children With Food Allergies by Tamara Hubbard, LCPC (Johns Hopkins University Press, 2025) Website: The Food Allergy Counselor for educational articles, therapeutic resources, and directories of food allergy-informed therapists Organization: The Academy of Food Allergy Counseling for clinician training and professional community Article: Allergic Living Magazine Airline Allergy Travel Guide for details on how major airlines handle food allergy policies Advocacy Resource: No Nut Traveler by Leanne Mandelbaum, advocating for safer air travel for people with food allergies Therapeutic Framework: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) for managing anxiety and values alignment Cultural Reference: We Can Do Hard Things by Glennon Doyle as a reminder of resilience and self-compassion Content Caution This episode includes discussions of allergic reactions, anaphylaxis, and eating challenges. Please take care while listening if these topics may feel activating or distressing. Learn More and Get ARFID and Selective Eating Support Visit ARFID and Selective Eating Course. This virtual program provides a compassionate, neurodivergent-affirming framework that helps families and clinicians create safety, flexibility, and understanding around food.
In this engaging episode, the hosts sit down with Daphne, a renowned expert in social media marketing and business alignment. The conversation delves into personal growth, business strategies, and the importance of authenticity in both personal and professional realms.
Hey, babes! This episode is extra special because it's a peek inside a real live coaching call from inside the Free The Moms membership. You'll hear me coach moms through all the messy, beautiful parts of life—setting boundaries, managing worry, staying calm when things get hectic (or when there are cookies everywhere
Let Me Tell You Something w/ Jen Bartels and Isaac Abrams| Ep201#comedypodcast #comedians #theisaacabramsshow In this episode of "Let Me Tell You Something," hosts Comedian Isaac Abrams and Actress Jen Bartels delve into a variety of topics ranging from personal anecdotes to philosophical inquiries. The conversation is lively and spontaneous, featuring humor and banter as the hosts welcome listeners back to their show. They set the stage for an interactive episode filled with phone calls from friends and family seeking advice, showcasing their approach to tackling everyday dilemmas and sharing relatable stories.The hosts discuss their own experiences, drawing parallels to popular figures like Glennon Doyle, who, despite not being a therapist, has gained a following for her insights on empowerment and self-discovery. This raises the question of the roles that non-professionals can play in providing guidance in everyday life. They acknowledge their limitations as non-experts, yet they embrace the idea that sharing personal stories can be therapeutic for both themselves and their audience.As the conversation progresses, Jen and Isaac explore deep existential questions, such as the meaning of existence and the nature of reality. They express curiosity about life, death, and what lies beyond, reflecting on their own beliefs and experiences. This leads to an engaging dialogue about spirituality versus scientific understanding, as they ponder the importance of finding one's "why" in life and the comfort that community can bring in navigating uncertainties.The implications of their discussion touch upon broader societal issues, such as the human desire for connection and understanding in a chaotic world. The hosts recognize that people often turn to religion, philosophy, or community as a means to cope with life's complexities. By fostering such conversations, they create a space for listeners to reflect on their own beliefs and the ways they seek to understand their existence.In conclusion, this episode of "Let Me Tell You Something" exemplifies the power of candid dialogue in addressing both lighthearted and profound topics. The hosts' dynamic chemistry and willingness to share personal experiences invite listeners to engage with their own thoughts and feelings. Ultimately, the episode highlights the shared human experience of seeking understanding, connection, and purpose, encouraging everyone to keep exploring and finding joy in the journey.
This Postmodern Realities episode is a conversation with JOURNAL author Anne Kennedy and is an audio update on the ministry of Jen Hatmaker.For Anne's blog post regarding Jen Hatmaker's new interview with the New York Times and her new book Awake please click here. https://annekennedy.substack.com/p/jen-hatmaker-and-jesus?utm_source=publication-search%E2%81%A9Anne has previously written and been on Postmodern Realities on this and related subjects. Please see the following:Episode 140 The Theological “Mess” in the “Moxie” of Jen HatmakerThe Theological Mess in the Moxie of Jen HatmakerThe Unhindered Leadership of Jen HatmakerAnne also has articles and interviews on related women's ministries.Episode 193 Catching UP with Rachel Hollis, Glennon Doyle & Jen HatmakerEpisode 191 Gods, Gold, and Cheetahs: The Theological Vision of Untamed by Glennon DoyleGods, Gold, and Cheetahs: The Theological Vision of Untamed by Glennon DoyleEpisode 181 But What If It Is Me? The Work and Worldview of Brené BrownBut What If It Is Me? The Work and Worldview of Brené BrownEpisode 209 She Who Has Eyes, Let Her See: A look at Didn't See That Coming by Rachel HollisShe Who Has Eyes, Let Her See: A look at Didn't See That Coming by Rachel HollisEpisode 136 Have You Considered Trying Harder: The Theology of Rachel HollisHave You Considered Trying Harder: The Theology of Rachel HollisEpisode 125 The Theological Legacy of Rachel Held EvansThe Theological Legacy of Rachel Held EvansDon't miss an episode; please subscribe to the Postmodern Realities podcast wherever you get your favorite podcasts. Please help spread the word about Postmodern Realities by giving us a rating and review when you subscribe to the podcast. The more ratings and reviews we have, the more new listeners can discover our content.
In this episode of This Helps, we're sharing something truly memorable, highlights from a conversation between our host Marlon Morgan and bestselling author, activist, and host of We Can Do Hard Things, Glennon Doyle. Glennon joins Marlon for a powerful conversation about vulnerability, recovery, and what it takes to feel at home in your own skin. She opens up about stepping away from public life, learning to be one person all the time, and finding joy in saying no to what doesn't feel true. This conversation happened live at the 8th Annual Wellness Together Conference. Watch this episode now on YouTube: https://youtu.be/tlWgzVQWBsg There's still time to register for next week's 9th Annual Wellness Together Conference where we will be joined by 19th and 21st U.S. Surgeon General, Dr. Vivek Murthy, Actor & Best-Selling Author, Rainn Wilson, and more. ✨ Join us at the 9th Annual Wellness Together Conference, happening September 29 - October 1 in San Diego, CA! Hear from incredible speakers, connect with fellow advocates, and be part of something meaningful. Use code thishelps for 10% off your registration.
It's Gonna Get Messy.by Becca Eve Young She built the life she was supposed to want—a high-flying career, a marriage, a carefully crafted plan. Until everything came crashing down. A dear friend dies. Her marriage unravels. She's laid off while alone in a foreign country as a global pandemic hits. Then, just when she thinks it can't get worse, she gets the call that her father has died.Stranded in rural Mexico, cracked open by grief, she experiences a supernatural encounter under the full moon that sets her on a wild, often hilarious, sometimes heartbreaking journey. From car crashes and chaotic hookups, to silent meditation retreats, psychedelic revelations, robberies, and mystical moments—this is what happens when life blows up and a woman dares to say yes to becoming someone new.Becca's journey is raw, hilarious, and a deeply human memoir that reads like fiction. What starts as a freefall becomes a wild quest to untangle grief, rewrite old stories, and rediscover her own worth. Told with spiritual sass, hard-won wisdom, and gut-punching honesty, this incredible true story is for anyone who's ever felt lost in their own life and is searching for more. For fans of Glennon Doyle, Chelsea Handler, Gabrielle Bernstein, and Elizabeth Gilbert, this is a raw, funny, and soul-stirring invitation to remember who you are—and reclaim the freedom to become who you were always meant to be.Just know: it's gonna get messy.Want to be a guest on Book 101 Review? Send Daniel Lucas a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/17372807971394464fea5bae3 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this Parenting Is a Joke snack episode, Ophira Eisenberg talks with bestselling author Domenica Ruta about the messy, improvised reality of writing and parenting while raising kids. Domenica describes how her creative process has nothing to do with 4 a.m. routines—rejecting Glennon Doyle's approach with a “bitch, please” and instead likening her schedule to a Jackson Pollock painting made of poop. She recalls pounding out an “ugly” first draft while pregnant, then facing the absurd parent math of paying more for childcare than she earned from freelancing. The two trade stories about breast pumps that seemed to chant insults—never encouragement—and even hatch the idea of a pump that offers affirmations instead of taunts. Domenica also reflects on the painful friend attrition after her baby shower, the pushback she got from publishers who didn't want a book about motherhood, and her insistence on telling her novel All the Mothers through many voices—including even babies' points of view. The conversation ends with her pride in shaping a book that reflects the real chaos and shifting center of family life, even if, as Ophira jokes, the next draft should just add a sniper.
Motherkind Moment is your place for calm and connection and a shift in perspective before the week ahead. This week, we are joined by author Glennon Doyle. This is an incredible episode rich in insight. Glennon talks about the damaging legacy of martyrdom in motherhood and why you should model to your children how to live life fully, rather than sacrificing yourself. For more powerful insights from Glennon Doyle, listen to the full episode here: How to be a model, not a martyr Get your free 3 days of 5-minute Motherkind here - 21 days to reset your energy, mood and mindset. Click Here to order your copy of 'Motherkind: A New Way to Thrive in a World of Endless Expectations' Motherkind is sponsored by Wild Nutrition, the brand raising the bar for women's supplements. Want to feel the Food-Grown difference yourself? Get 50% off for three months at wildnutrition.com/motherkind. Ts and Cs apply. For a £100 sponsored job credit, visit Indeed.com/ Motherkind Continue the Conversation: Join our community over on Instagram for inspiration, tips, and sometimes a bit of humour to get us through our day - @zoeblaskey Join our mailing list to receive news, updates and new episode releases Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Author of Untamed and fierce truth-teller Glennon Doyle joins me for a raw and revelatory episode, first recorded in July 2020. We dive into: Why we chase approval instead of trusting our inner voice Her struggles with body image, love, and emotional resilience The failures that shaped her—from family breakdowns to learning self-protection Every moment is unscripted and packed with wisdom. No edits. No filters. Just Glennon, exactly as she is. Listen when you're ready for honesty that hits like a lightning bolt. ✨ IN THIS EPISODE: 00:00 Intro 01:59 Glennon Doyle's Early Life and Struggles 02:11 The Journey to Sobriety 02:35 Meeting Abby Wambach and Life Transformation 03:01 The Impact of 'Untamed' and Pandemic Challenges 07:47 Writing 'Untamed' and Embracing Wildness 12:54 Personal Transformation 17:11 Redefining Success and Family Dynamics 35:52 Generational Differences and Parenting 36:38 A Mother's Transformation 38:04 Struggles with Thick Skin 38:58 Navigating Feedback as an Artist 51:10 The Scarcity Mindset Among Women 55:52 Body Image and Control
Today’s guest has been on our bucket list for a few years now. Even with that in mind, the conversation still exceeded our expectations! It’s raw and open and we go to some of the darker parts of what shaped the person that Abby became.Abby Wambach is a soccer icon, speaker, Podcaster, New York Times Best Selling author and activist. Abby is one of the most dominant sportswomen in the history of women’s soccer and she is a two-time Olympic Gold Medalist & FIFA World Cup Champion. After winning the Women’s World Cup in 2015, Abby retired and has gone on to be one of the most prominent voices fighting for equality and inclusion. Abby has recently released her latest book that she co-authored with her wife Glennon Doyle & Amanda Doyle “we can do hard things”. The book is broken into 20 of life’s biggest questions like ‘why am I like this?’, ‘how do I figure out what I want?’ ‘why can’t I be happy?’ and ‘How do I forgive?’ So, today we wanted to speak with Abby about the hard things she has faced in life and what those challenges taught her about herself and the world. First up, Abby shares the moment that she truly hit rock bottom that exposed a big secret she was struggling with to the world. We also chat: The reason so many athletes struggle with alcohol/drug issues The search for identity when you go through big life changes Validation and how to cope when the source of validation is removed Overriding self esteem coming from ‘the grind’ and pushing through suffering The interesting way Abby reacted when one of their kids came out as gay and how it reshaped some of her own experiences of coming out Creating friendship with parents What your shadow side is Grief and a better response to ‘there are no words’ Dealing with grief when you’re non religious Abby’s advice - don’t use your partner’s weaknesses against them The ‘who cares more’ rule You can find more from Abby on her instagram You can get yourself a copy of the book ‘We Can Do Hard Things’ And listen to the podcast also titled We Can Do Hard Things You can watch us on Youtube Find us on Instagram Join us on tiktok Or join the Facebook Discussion Group Tell your mum, tell your dad, tell your dog, tell your friend and share the love because WE LOVE LOVE! XxSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In today's episode I take the little sister role and speak to Krista Williams and Lindsey Simcik; hosts of Almost 30! These girls are co-hosts of the hit podcast Almost 30, ahead of the release of their debut book: Almost 30: A Definitive Guide to a Life You Love for the Next Decade and Beyond. In today's episode we touch on SO many topics; life in your 20's, navigating friendships, relationships, being single, going through divorce, college (not being your peak), living different lives, and SO MUCH MORE. This is an episode you DONT want to miss! YOUTUBE PODCAST: https://youtu.be/agxkD9lIDTo In the “Almost 30” book, Lindsey and Krista act as cosmic big sisters, providing encouragement, wisdom, and practical tools to help readers embrace change and thrive and they move into a new chapter of life. Through candid stories of their own experiences, as well as expert insight from podcast guests like Jay Shetty, Gabby Bernstein, and Glennon Doyle, Lindsey and Krista lay out a roadmap for navigating young adulthood, from relationships to spirituality, career to body image, and more. The “Almost 30” podcast is a top wellness, spirituality, and self-development podcast. Since the show's inception, Lindsey and Krista have amassed over 100M downloads, completed a 13-city tour, hosted in-person retreats and online workshops, and built an online membership community platform Lindsey Simcik (Instagram 51.5K) is a content creator, author, and co-host of the successful “Almost 30” podcast. Recently having become a first-time mother, Lindsey is a mainstay lifestyle creator for moms and anyone seeking to live a natural, holistic life. Krista Williams (Instagram 123K) is a content creator, author, and co-host of the successful “Almost 30” podcast. Known for her style and vibrancy, followers flock to Krista for dating, travel and self-care inspiration. BOOK LINK: https://static.macmillan.com/static/smp/almost-30-9781250327208/ WEBSITE LINK: https://www.google.com/search?client=safari&rls=en&q=alomost+30&ie=UTF-8&oe=UTF-8 Follow all my socials here: https://linktr.ee/foryoufromeve Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In today's episode I take the little sister role and speak to Krista Williams and Lindsey Simcik; hosts of Almost 30! These girls are co-hosts of the hit podcast Almost 30, ahead of the release of their debut book: Almost 30: A Definitive Guide to a Life You Love for the Next Decade and Beyond. In today's episode we touch on SO many topics; life in your 20's, navigating friendships, relationships, being single, going through divorce, college (not being your peak), living different lives, and SO MUCH MORE. This is an episode you DONT want to miss! YOUTUBE PODCAST: https://youtu.be/agxkD9lIDTo In the “Almost 30” book, Lindsey and Krista act as cosmic big sisters, providing encouragement, wisdom, and practical tools to help readers embrace change and thrive and they move into a new chapter of life. Through candid stories of their own experiences, as well as expert insight from podcast guests like Jay Shetty, Gabby Bernstein, and Glennon Doyle, Lindsey and Krista lay out a roadmap for navigating young adulthood, from relationships to spirituality, career to body image, and more. The “Almost 30” podcast is a top wellness, spirituality, and self-development podcast. Since the show's inception, Lindsey and Krista have amassed over 100M downloads, completed a 13-city tour, hosted in-person retreats and online workshops, and built an online membership community platform Lindsey Simcik (Instagram 51.5K) is a content creator, author, and co-host of the successful “Almost 30” podcast. Recently having become a first-time mother, Lindsey is a mainstay lifestyle creator for moms and anyone seeking to live a natural, holistic life. Krista Williams (Instagram 123K) is a content creator, author, and co-host of the successful “Almost 30” podcast. Known for her style and vibrancy, followers flock to Krista for dating, travel and self-care inspiration. BOOK LINK: https://static.macmillan.com/static/smp/almost-30-9781250327208/ WEBSITE LINK: https://www.google.com/search?client=safari&rls=en&q=alomost+30&ie=UTF-8&oe=UTF-8 Follow all my socials here: https://linktr.ee/foryoufromeve Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
What does it mean to live a good life? Is it about happiness, health, friendship, love, or meaning? What about work, wealth, purpose, service, or something else? Can you live a good life even when things are hard? These are the questions and topics we explore every week in conversation with leading voices from health, science, art, industry, mindset, and culture, like Brené Brown, Matthew McConaughey, Mel Robbins, Alex, Elle, Adam Grant, Elizabeth Gilbert, Yung Pueblo, Maya Shankar, Mitch Albom, Glennon Doyle & hundreds more. The New York Times says, "the show's holistic approach to fulfillment is bound to resonate." Listen now! Hosted on Acast. Visit GoodLifeProject.com to learn more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Author Glennon Doyle and superstar soccer legend Abby Wambach sit down to give advice about what an IMO listener should prioritize while figuring out where to move her young family. Glennon shares why she moved her family seven times, and, as the “bonus parent,” Abby discusses what she thinks is most important to their kids' and family's happiness (hint: It's not unlimited cake-pops, though she's tried). Craig and Michelle discuss their own stories of uprooting families for careers—including a very strange move to a big house in Washington, DC. Have a question you want answered? Write to us at imopod.com.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Some people become the ones others depend on. They organize the plans, remember the details, carry the weight. They know how to fix things—quietly, efficiently, lovingly. That kind of strength can shape a whole life. Until it begins to hollow something out. Amanda Doyle has spent much of her life being that person. In this conversation, she joins Kate to talk about what happens when helping becomes a way to stay in control, when strength hides tenderness, and when receiving love might be the bravest thing we do. She shares her experience of parenting a neurodivergent child, walking through a breast cancer diagnosis, and learning to see herself as worthy of the care she so freely gives to others. This episode is about the ache of being the strong one—and the grace of letting that go, just a little. In this episode, Amanda and Kate discuss: How a lifelong habit of fixing became both a strength and a struggle The quiet, radical act of letting people show up for you What Amanda wishes more people knew about dense breast tissue and early cancer detection The power of being seen—even before you have it all figured out If you liked this episode, you might also like: Kate’s conversation with Amanda’s sister, Glennon Doyle, “The Love Bridge” Gary Haugen, “Joy is the Oxygen” Father Greg Boyle, “Unshakable Goodness” Watch clips from this conversation, read the full transcript, and access discussion questions by clicking here or visiting katebowler.com/podcasts. Follow Kate on Instagram, Facebook, or X (formerly known as Twitter)—@katecbowler. Links to social pages and more available at linktr.ee/katecbowler.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ever feel like you're barely surviing the life you're "supposed" to want? In this deeply honest episode, Glennon Doyle, Abby Wambach, and Amanda Doyle explore the emotional toll of living a life that no longer aligns with your truth. From grief and self-abandonment to the liberation of saying no and quitting with intention, this conversation is a permission slip to put yourself first. Whether you're navigating loss, burnout, or the quiet ache of living out someone else's expectation - this episode is for you. @abbywambach, @glennondoyle, and Amanda Doyle (@the_life_of_doyle) are founders of Treat Media, and the award-winning podcast, "We Can Do Hard Things." Abby Wambach is a retired American soccer player, coach, author, and activist. Glennon Doyle is a New York Times bestselling author, activist, and founder of Together Rising. Amanda Doyle is a successful businesswoman, author, and producer. Their new book, We Can Do Hard Things: Answers to Life's 20 Questions, is available here. WHAT'S COVERED IN THIS EPISODE: 00:51 The #1 sign you're stuck in a life that no longer serves you 05:54 The 20 questions that will reconnect you to your truth 09:05 How to make hard choices without abandoning yourself 12:01 Why quitting can be the most empowering thing you'll ever do 17:58 The hidden cost of control - and how to finally let go 40:46 How movement and embodiment can reconnect you to yourself 52:58 Why social media might be sabotaging your well-being 1:06:52 The mission behind Treat Media - and how it's changing the game Thanks for listening! New episodes drop every Tuesday. Make sure you hit the follow button to get notified.
Why even self-help authors can still be messy. Glennon Doyle is the CEO and Founder of Treat Media, an award-winning media company that makes art for humans who want to stay human. She is an author, podcaster, producer, and philanthropist. Her books include the #1 New York Times bestsellers Untamed and Love Warrior; the New York Times bestseller Carry On, Warrior; and Get Untamed: The Journal. Abby Wambach is a two-time Olympic gold medalist, FIFA World Cup champion, six-time winner of the U.S. Soccer Athlete of the Year award and one of Time's Most Influential People. She is a founder of Treat Media, and the author of the #1 New York Times Bestseller Wolfpack and the New York Times bestseller Forward. In this episode we talk about: Significant personal struggles that happened simultaneously for Glennon, Abby, and Glennon's sister, Amanda How that led to them writing a book about the fundamental life questions they believe everyone grapples with Why people in the self-help world don't always have their shit together Why trauma leads to dissociation How to “go on” after the experience of grief Why we are the way we are Family roles, attachment theory, and learned behaviors The possibility of personal change Our thoughts on the latest season of the White Lotus And much more Related Episodes: Abby Wambach On: Grief, Addiction, And Moving From External To Internal Validation Glennon Doyle is Rethinking Her Relationship to Social Media, Hustle Culture, Intuition, Her Body, and Her Parents Join Dan's online community here Follow Dan on social: Instagram, TikTok Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Additional Resources: We Can Do Hard Things Book We Can Do Hard Things Podcast Treat Media Untamed Wolfpack Intimate Terrorism by Michael Vincent Miller
Description: In the span of a single year, Abby Wambach lost her beloved brother, her wife Glennon Doyle was diagnosed with anorexia, and her sister-in-law Amanda Doyle was diagnosed with breast cancer. For the first time, the trio who host the wildly popular We Can Do Hard Things podcast, all found themselves simultaneously lost, looking for answers. So they turned toward the only thing that's ever helped them find their way: deep, honest conversations with other brave, kind, wise people. What resulted from those conversations was a myriad of guideposts, words of wisdom from some of the most brilliant wayfinders in the zeitgeist today. In this episode, Jen and Amy talk with Abby and Amanda about some of the most meaningful bits of guidance that they have received from inspirational voices like Elizabeth Gilbert, Jane Fonda, Michelle Obama, Ocean Vuong, Esther Perel, Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson, and others that they have gathered into a new book called, We Can Do Hard Things: Answers to Life's 20 Questions. Some of the conversations they delve into include: Why are we like this? How do we figure out what we really want? How do we let go, or forgive, or get unstuck? Why do we wake up every day having forgotten everything we know? Why self-loyalty is so damn hard for women? Thought-provoking Quotes: “I'm just trying to remain a human in this political environment, in this place of deep fear where so much is at risk. And I think the way we do that is continuing to see each other as human and continuing to let our hearts break over what should break our hearts.” – Amanda Doyle “Having played on many different teams, I'm well suited to work well with others. I just have to be here and be myself. That is the way that I add value. I am not gonna add value in the way that Glennon and Amanda do. I know that. But that doesn't give me any lack of confidence because I know I bring something to the team.” – Abby Wambach “After 400 or so conversations, it was so wild that, whether we were talking to a person who's been a therapist for 40 years, or a person who's a poet, or a person who's an activist, there were just a handful of questions that all of these people are struggling with. The smartest people in the world are trying to figure out the same things that we are.” – Amanda Doyle Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Forward: A Memoir by Abby Wambach - https://amzn.to/4ckZOFi WOLFPACK: How to Come Together, Unleash Our Power, and Change the Game by Abby Wambach - https://amzn.to/4cpazqg We Can Do Hard Things: Answers to Life's 20 Questions by Glennon Doyle, Abby Wambach, and Amanda Doyle - https://amzn.to/3EfeZ6r Glennon Doyle - https://momastery.com/ Amanda Doyle Stops Keeping Score And Stays In The Moment - https://jenhatmaker.com/podcasts/series-60/amanda-doyle-stops-keeping-score-and-stays-in-the-moment/ Brené Brown - https://brenebrown.com/ Kate Bowler - https://katebowler.com/about/ Suzanne Stabile - https://suzannestabile.com/ Guest's Links: Website - https://abbywambach.com/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/abbywambach/ Twitter - https://x.com/abbywambach Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/abbywambach/ Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCej3anJvC-rSMd63asN8cXg Podcast - https://wecandohardthingspodcast.com/ Guest's Links: Twitter - https://x.com/amandafdoyle Podcast - https://wecandohardthingspodcast.com/ Connect with Jen!Jen's Website - https://jenhatmaker.com/ Jen's Instagram - https://instagram.com/jenhatmakerJen's Twitter - https://twitter.com/jenHatmaker/ Jen's Facebook - https://facebook.com/jenhatmakerJen's YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/user/JenHatmaker The For the Love Podcast is presented by Audacy. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
It's Three Things time! We're covering topics from Olivia's family parasocial obsession, spin-off books, sleep routines, party snacks, and more! Olivia's Things Standout Book Covers of 2025 The Today Show Hosts' Impact on Boomers What snacks would you be excited to find at a party? Becca's Things What book characters do you want to read a spinoff about? Glennon Doyle's week on Substack Sleep Routines Obsessions Becca - Forever 31 Olivia - Four Seasons What we read this week Olivia - Ravishing by Eshani Surya, The Return of Ellie Black by Emiko Jean Becca - The Art of Vanishing by Morgan Pager This Month's Book Club Pick - Audition by Katie Kitamura (have thoughts about this book you want to share? Call in at 843-405-3157 or email us a voice memo at badonpaperpodcast@gmail.com) Sponsors Nuuly - Take $28 off your first month at nuuly.com with code BOP Cozy Earth - Head to cozyearth.com and use code BOP for 40% off best-selling sheets, pajamas, and more. Join our Facebook group for amazing book recs & more! Buy our Merch! Join our Geneva! Order Olivia's Book, Such a Bad Influence! Subscribe to Olivia's Newsletter! Order Becca's Book, The Christmas Orphans Club! Subscribe to Becca's Newsletter! Follow us on Instagram @badonpaperpodcast. Follow Olivia on Instagram @oliviamuenter and Becca @beccamfreeman.
This episode is inspired by Glennon's upcoming book, We Can Do Hard Things: Answers to Life's 20 Questions, written with Abby Wambach and Amanda Doyle—available May 6, 2025. Pre-order now wherever books are sold.Content Warning:In this episode, we discuss eating disorders, including personal experiences with anorexia. If this topic is sensitive for you, please take care while listening. You can skip this episode or return to it when you're in a safe and supported space.Get the Good Inside App by Dr. Becky: https://bit.ly/4fSxbzkFollow Dr. Becky on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbeckyatgoodinsideSign up for our weekly email, Good Insider: https://www.goodinside.com/newsletterFor a full transcript of the episode, go to goodinside.com/podcast.Today's episode is brought to you by Midi. ****Two things are true: There are great things that come with age and there are some not-so-great things. If you're a woman in mid-life, you know what I'm talking about: insomnia, brain fog, mood changes, sleep disruptions. It feels hard because it is hard, and you deserve resources and support through this phase of life. That's where Midi Health comes in. Midi Health clinicians are specialized perimenopause and menopause experts. They get it. They're not going to tell you it's "all in your head." They're not going to dismiss your concerns or struggles. Instead, they offer real solutions: safe, effective, FDA-approved medications when needed, plus guidance on supplements, lifestyle changes, and preventative healthcare. Midi is covered by most major insurances —plus, you can connect with their clinicians through convenient telehealth visits and 24/7 messaging. You deserve to feel great. Book your virtual visit today at JoinMidi.com.Today's episode is brought to you by Great Wolf Lodge. As a mom of three kids, I'm always on the lookout for family adventures that offer something for everyone (including myself!). That's why Great Wolf Lodge is high on our list of future destinations! They offer a world of fun, all under one roof, including water slides, a lazy river, a massive wave pool, arcade games, mini golf and nightly dance parties! With 23 locations all across North America, and more on the way, chances are there's a Great Wolf Lodge just a short drive away from you. You can save up to 40% off on any stay at Great Wolf Lodge from now through August 31st when you book at participating lodges. Just visit GreatWolf.com and enter the promo code “GoodInside” – when you book.
Sharing another podcast we can't get enough of: Your Mama's Kitchen. It's a show about cuisine and culture, ingredients and identities, and the meals and memories that make us who we are. Host Michele Norris talks to Michelle Obama, Glennon Doyle, José Andrés and so many other guests about the complexities of family life and how their earliest culinary experiences helped shape their personal and professional lives. And of course, each guest shares a recipe for a favorite dish from their youth so you can taste a bit of their story. In this episode, America's favorite kitchen icon Ina Garten opens up about the tumultuous relationship she had with her mama's kitchen when she was a child. She walks us through how her relationship with food evolved in later years, thanks to her husband Jeffrey and a summer spent camping across Europe on a shoestring budget. Plus, we learn how to make the one dish Ina enjoyed from childhood: Chicken Parmesan. You can find more Your Mama's Kitchen at https://lnk.to/yourmamaskitchenHD To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Description: Maddie Corman is a seasoned American actress and playwright that you've seen in classic films including Some Kind of Wonderful, Maid in Manhattan, A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood, and our favorite television shows like Law and Order, Curb Your Enthusiasm, and The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel. Most recently, she has put her creative hand to writing and performing in a very raw and vulnerable autobiographical one-woman play called Accidentally Brave, that delves into Maddie's personal journey following the arrest of her husband on child pornography charges in 2015. Today, Maddie shares her story of navigating the aftermath, focusing on themes of resilience, healing, and redefining normalcy when life takes an unforeseen turn. In this tender and transparent conversation, we discuss: How Maddie's life turned upside down after a public personal crisis—and how she found her way back What led to her decision to write a raw, hilarious, deeply moving one-woman show called Accidentally Brave (now a movie on MAX!) What she imagined midlife would look like when she was younger versus what it looks like from where she sits today What it's like to walk (or sometimes crawl) through shame and loss—and come out with more freedom, more truth, more YOU Also, how motherhood shifts our perspective in crisis What practices or people help us stay grounded in the hard moments – Maddie shares some really great resources! Why midlife is actually the best time to tell your story and start again Thought-provoking Quotes: “After a really big trauma that I thought was going to destroy my children, it turns out, they are thriving, and funny, and sensitive, and smart, and caring, and annoying, and they love me, and I drive them crazy, I'm sure. I share that because I feel like that was what saved my life was somebody who had been through something similar saying my kids are going to be okay.” – Maddie Corman “When you lose your mother, people bring a meatloaf over. But when your husband's arrested and you say ‘I think he's a sex addict and a porn addict,' there's no meal train that's coming for that.” – Maddie Corman “I had lived 47 years when this happened and I had never met another person who had gone through anything like this. P.S. It turns out I had. They just didn't share about it.” – Maddie Corman “You inch your way back to the sunshine and it's so slow. And at the beginning you just think, everything's ruined; I'll just never be happy again so let me cobble together some sad life that just gets me to the finish line. But the truth is, it's stunning how much we can recover.” – Jen Hatmaker Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Some Kind of Wonderful film (1987) - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0094006/ John Hughes - https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000455/?ref_=fn_all_nme_1 Brené Brown - https://brenebrown.com/ Glennon Doyle - https://momastery.com/ Elizabeth Gilbert - https://www.elizabethgilbert.com/ Accidentally Brave Play - https://www.maddiecorman.com/accidentally-brave Accidentally Brave on MAX - https://play.max.com/movie/b19ce99f-93c8-4150-ba0d-139e12048efe Partner Betray Counseling - https://www.maddiecorman.com/partner-betrayal-counseling Find a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (CSAT) Therapist - https://iitap.com/page/TherapistDirectory Find a 12-Step Program - https://www.aa.org/find-aa SANON International - https://sanon.org/ AL-ANON Family Groups - https://al-anon.org/ Guest's Links: Website - https://www.maddiecorman.com/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/msmaddiecorman/ Twitter - https://x.com/maddiecorman Connect with Jen! Jen's Website - https://jenhatmaker.com/ Jen's Instagram - https://instagram.com/jenhatmaker Jen's Twitter - https://twitter.com/jenHatmaker/ Jen's Facebook - https://facebook.com/jenhatmaker Jen's YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/user/JenHatmaker The For the Love Podcast is presented by Audacy. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
We’re thrilled to invite you to The Dylan Hour, a weekly cocktail party hosted by Dylan Mulvaney, from Lemonada Media. In this fun weekly video podcast, Dylan sips and spills with some of her favorite girls, gays, and theys — featuring pop stars, Broadway belters, actors, authors, like Glennon Doyle, Margaret Cho and even her own dad! The Dylan Hour is a delightful, 1960s-inspired, pink confection of a podcast. Life can be stressful, and everyone needs time to unwind and have a little fun! So, set your worries aside, grab a drink or a mocktail, and join the party- it’s just getting started! Here’s the first episode of The Dylan Hour featuring Joe Locke, where they sip espresso martinis, dish about their types, and take us behind the scenes of Heartstopper and Agatha All Along. After you listen, be sure to search for The Dylan Hour wherever you get your podcasts, watch every episode on YouTube, or head to: https://lemonada.lnk.to/TheDylanHourfdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
We’re thrilled to invite you to The Dylan Hour, a weekly cocktail party hosted by Dylan Mulvaney, from Lemonada Media. In this fun weekly video podcast, Dylan sips and spills with some of her favorite girls, gays, and theys — featuring pop stars, Broadway belters, actors, authors, like Glennon Doyle, Margaret Cho and even her own dad! The Dylan Hour is a delightful, 1960s-inspired, pink confection of a podcast. Life can be stressful, and everyone needs time to unwind and have a little fun! So, set your worries aside, grab a drink or a mocktail, and join the party- it’s just getting started! Here’s the first episode of The Dylan Hour featuring Joe Locke, where they sip espresso martinis, dish about their types, and take us behind the scenes of Heartstopper and Agatha All Along. After you listen, be sure to search for The Dylan Hour wherever you get your podcasts, watch every episode on YouTube, or head to: https://lemonada.lnk.to/TheDylanHourfdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hi, Work in Progress Fans! We want to share a new show, The Dylan Hour. About the show: Join Dylan Mulvaney on The Dylan Hour, a weekly video podcast where she sips and spills with some of her favorite girls, gays, and theys — including your favorite pop stars, Broadway belters, actors, authors, and more. Dylan sits down with guests like Joe Locke, Glennon Doyle, and even her own dad! The Dylan Hour is THE destination for chitchat, laughs, and good old-fashioned oversharing. So grab a drink (mocktails welcome!) and pull up a seat. The party’s just getting started! Listen here and subscribe to The Dylan Hour on the iHeartRadio app or wherever you get your podcasts!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sharing a podcast we can't get enough of: Your Mama's Kitchen. It's a show about cuisine and culture, ingredients and identities, and the meals and memories that make us who we are. Host Michele Norris talks to Michelle Obama, Glennon Doyle, José Andrés and so many other guests about the complexities of family life and how their earliest culinary experiences helped shape their personal and professional lives. And of course, each guest shares a recipe for a favorite dish from their youth so you can taste a bit of their story. In this episode, singer John Legend takes us back to his roots in Springfield, Ohio, where he was an academic overachiever and a musical prodigy. John opens up about his early rocky relationship with his mother and how, over time, they came together to nurture one beautiful family. Plus, we learn how to make his mama's special mac & cheese. You can find more Your Mama's Kitchen at https://lnk.to/yourmamaskitchenTF Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices