Podcast appearances and mentions of jen riday

Dr. Laura Froyen joins me again to chat about the power of taking time for yourself. As moms and caregivers, it's easy to get caught up in taking care of everyone else's needs. But what about our own?  Laura shares her perspective on why retreats like my annual Vibrant Happy Women Retreat are so rejuvenating. Getting away allows us to get out of the deep end and stop treading water - to rest, reconnect with ourselves, broaden our views, and realign our inner compass.  In our conversation, Laura reflects on how attending retreats has helped her rediscover her own identity beyond motherhood. We also talk about why time away is healthy for partnerships, allowing spouses and kids to step up at home.  I hope Laura's wisdom inspires you to prioritize self-care, whether through travel or simple moments of solitude. As she reminds us - we need time to just be, free from others' demands. It's essential for living vibrantly and authentically.  And if you want to join us at this year's retreat in Mexico Feb 7-11th, visit JenRiday.com/retreat    In This Episode, You'll Discover... Why traveling without a spouse can be liberating and allow for powerful personal growth and self-discovery. An unexpected twist at the retreat that brought Laura newfound happiness and energy. The social, emotional, and spiritual value of solitude and the importance of nurturing your own identity outside of motherhood.  The unique way a retreat illuminates the path ahead for you.  The power of being embraced by a community of welcoming and kind-hearted women.  The importance of remembering what it's like to be an individual human being without anyone needing anything from you. And much more!   "It's okay to remember what it's like to be a whole and independent human being where no one else needs anything from you." - Jen Riday   Key Moments: [00:02:11] Losing ourselves in motherhood. [00:06:03] Getting out of the deep end. [00:11:30] Identity outside of parenthood. [00:14:10] Finding comfort in solitude. [00:20:42] Family dynamics and boundaries. [00:24:07] Taking time for oneself. [00:27:35] Sacred retreat for women. [00:32:07] Traveling solo and self-discovery. [00:36:47] Increasing enjoyment of parenting.   "We're more than just caregivers and wives and mothers and all the things we are. We're humans, really." - Laura Froyen   Resources: Join the Vibrant Happy Women Retreat, which offers a transformative experience and provides a container of time to listen to your thoughts and connect with women from different walks of life. Connect with Dr. Laura Froyen on her website or through the Balanced Parent Podcast and learn from her soulful, intuitive widsom about purposeful parenting. Explore Vibrant Soul, a place to heal, transform, and expand your soul with like-minded friends by visiting JenRiday.com/vibrantsoul. Take responsibility for your own happiness and explore adding more alone time to your day-to-day life and beyond.

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A miscarriage, a huge Christmas Day fight, and the decision to make a change. Jen Riday was able to pivot and find her happiness as a married woman. Through her experience, she proves to us that if you're feeling stuck, divorce isn't always the answer. Maybe all you need is an intuitive hit and the mindfulness to create time for your self-care. Tune in to this episode on Choosing Your Happiness in Marriage with Jen Riday Key points covered in this episode:  ✔️ All you need is five minutes. Yoga is Jen Riday's choice of grounding activity. If you're scared of starting a new activity, remember that all good things are on the other side of fear. Your brain (and even your partner) will thank you for it. ✔️ Expand time. The more you believe you have time, the more it's true. Cut out activities that don't serve you. For Jen Riday, it's social media and streaming, unless it's with family. ✔️ Accept your partner's differences. They don't always have to enjoy the same things you do. But their presence and energy must transform you and allow you to live unapologetically YOU. Give each other the grace to let them be who they want to be. ✔️ How happy are you willing to let yourself feel? Your happiness is your responsibility, and you get to create it. Think of ways to make today great, and allow yourself to do it! ✔️ Happiness is the greatest gift you can give. If you can do the things that make you feel truly alive, it's not a selfish act – it's everything you need to share your vibrancy with the world. -------------------- Dr. Jen Riday is the founder of the Vibrant Happy Women movement, host of the Vibrant Happy Women Podcast, and mom of 6. She resides outside of Madison, Wisconsin. She helps burned-out moms slow down and start taking care of themselves so they can get their sparkle back. Website: https://www.jenriday.com/about/ Facebook: Jen Riday Instagram: @jenriday LinkedIn: Jen Riday Twitter: @jenriday YouTube: Jen Riday -------------------- Connect with Wendy Sterling: Website: https://wendysterling.net/ Instagram: @divorcerehabwithwendy Twitter: @thedivorcerehab Facebook: @wendytsterling  Order a copy of Divorce Sucks. Now What?: The 5 Steps to Find Yourself and Heal After Going From “I Do” to “I'm Divorced” https://www.amazon.com/Divorce-Sucks-Now-What-Yourself/dp/B0BVCWTFTR Need an opportunity to share your pain points and receive judgment-free support? Want to create a vision of a future after your divorce? Click here to schedule your Free Divorce Recovery Call: https://calendly.com/wendysterling/support-call-with-wendy?month=2021-07

Jen is a mom of six with a PhD in human development and family studies. Growing up in Iowa to farmer parents, Jen was often in charge of her younger brothers—even cooking meals by age 8. She kept the house running and constantly questioned whether her bedroom was clean enough. This, unsurprisingly, led to perfectionism and over-achieving (ahem, PhD and six kids!), so by her mid 30s she was massively burned out. “You deserve to be happy and fulfilled. If you can start to believe that, it will have a trickle-down effect on how you interact and how you hold boundaries.” —Jen Riday Join me for a conversation with Jen where she talks about the day she decided to be happy no matter what. It happened to be Christmas, but the gift she received was not joyous or expected. It did, however, set her down a path that led to where she is today: supporting women (mostly moms) who have lost themselves. She helps them take care of themselves and set healthy boundaries so they can realign their identity with who they really are. In addition to her Feel It To Heal It Method and BE HER Morning Ritual, Jen hosts a podcast to help women love their lives again. Learn more about Jen at: www.jenriday.com https://www.instagram.com/jenriday/ https://twitter.com/jenriday https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCViTDZF6CrTktP_y7j30_eQ https://www.facebook.com/jenriday/

I would love to introduce you to one of my favorite podcasts. 3 in 30 Takeaways for Moms is hosted by Rachel Nielson, who is a lover of practical ideas, conversations with kindred spirits, and her two wild miracle children who keep life interesting. She combined all of these passions when creating her podcast. After a long fight to become a mother through adoption and IVF, Rachel truly believed that she would thrive as a mom from day one. Her transition into motherhood was a little bumpier than she had imagined, and she sought the help of professionals for actionable advice. 3 in 30 is a podcast for women who want to love motherhood as much as they love their children. Since moms are short on time and brain space, each 30-minute episode offers 3 actionable takeaways to help you make your family life a little better each week. If this sounds up your alley, listen to 3 in 30 Takeaways for Moms on your favorite podcast listening app.  In this excerpt, Rachel interviews Dr. Jen Riday about how to be a more emotionally-resilient mom. The takeaway you hear them discuss is the importance of boundaries. I hope you will listen and subscribe!

I can think of almost no other role in this life that requires as much emotional resilience as being a mom. This episode's guest is Dr. Jen Riday, a mom of 6 with a Ph.D. in Human Development and Family Studies. Jen is uniquely qualified to teach practical tools that bridge the gap between research and "real life,” and I know my conversation with her today will help you assess how you are doing with your own emotional resilience and give you a few practical ideas for how you can develop in this important way. For full show notes, including the three takeaways, go to https://3in30podcast.com/250-emotional-resilience Episode sponsors: BetterHelp: Use the code 3in30 to get 10% off your first month of online therapy! Little Spoon:  ***   ANNOUNCEMENT   My nine-month program called Self-Assured Motherhood will be opening for enrollment in just a couple of weeks, and it goes hand-in-hand with this topic of developing resilience in motherhood.If this is something that piques your interest that you might be interested in joining this year, I've created an interest list where you can sign up to get more information and to be the first to hear when the program opens for enrollment. To get on that email list, go to 3in30podcast.com/interested

In this episode of Hidden Potential Podcast, Jen Riday talks about the importance of setting boundaries with our loved ones and friends. It's very easy to be affected by someone else's energy and to let them dictate how you will feel. This happens because a) you did not set specific boundaries in the relationship and b) you need to do some inner work to be the only one responsible for your happiness. In her podcast Vibrant Happy Women, Jen also talks about this concept, diving deep into the idea of ‘stuckness'. If you are feeling stuck and don't know the next step to take when it comes to your work or personal projects, it's important to sit with yourself, observe your feelings and thoughts, analyze what's going wrong and right, and then the decision will come easily. Tune in to listen to the entire interview! “If you ever feel like you don't know what's next, just stay there and do all the things that fuel your soul.” – Jen Riday   Key Timestamps [1:31] – Round of personal questions; [5:28] – Jen's pivot moment when she decided to be happy no matter what; [7:48] – How not to go back to a state of pain; [12:21] – Jen's advice for people who are feeling stuck; [13:48] – How to effectively set boundaries; [17:33] – How to preserve your energy through boundary setting; [22:08] – Making decisions out of fear vs. intuition; [26:10] – A little bit of stress can be good; [30:56] – Success can be different for each one of us; [35:38] – The importance of setting achievable goals; [40:41] – Jen explains how thoughts create actions; [47:08] – Final message: drop the “women should” mentality. About Jen Riday Dr. Jen Riday is the founder of the Vibrant Happy Women movement. Through coaching programs and mentorship, Jen helps women of all ages to reclaim their happiness, joy, and self-esteem. Jen also believes that moms need to take a break sometimes, take care of themselves first, and then start taking care of others. Connect with Jen Riday Instagram: @jenriday Podcast: Vibrant Happy Women Website: JenRiday.com Facebook: Jen Riday   Connect with Sarah! Instagram: @saffarisarah CEOwned Free Mini Course

Where do you feel most emotionally safe?  Maybe it's with your spouse, perhaps it's with your closest friends. For some of you, you might not have found your emotionally safe space yet and that's okay. Today's conversation will help you find it. In this bonus episode, Ash shares the Vibrant Happy Woman podcast where host Jen Riday discusses emotional safety with two dynamic guests. Jen Riday is the Founder of the Vibrant Happy Women Movement and host of the Vibrant Happy Women Podcast.  Listen in today to discover what emotional safety is, where to find it, and why you so deeply deserve to feel emotionally safe. When you feel grounded and calm, you help your kids and everyone around you also feels that way. Learn why we as women sometimes struggle with feeling emotionally safe and how you can create the spaces and relationships that make you feel safe. In This Episode, You'll Learn: Why we need emotional safety. What it means to be well-regulated. How to stay grounded around people who aren't. The difference between emotional and physical safety. Our advice for anyone seeking emotional safety.   What makes each of us feel emotionally safe.   Connect with Jen Riday https://www.jenriday.com/podcast/ https://www.instagram.com/jenriday/ https://www.facebook.com/jenriday Join the Vibrant Happy Women Club

This week, Ash talks with Jen Riday all about how to follow your intuition and set clear boundaries.    Jen is not only a successful entrepreneur and podcast host, she is a mother to 6 children. And has mastered how to set boundaries not only within her work life but also between her work and family life. If you are struggling with how to say no or where to limit your availability, Jen and Ash walk through how to set clear boundaries for yourself.   If you are feeling stuck and aren't sure how to clear with what you want, this episode is filled with actionable tools you can apply daily to lift the fog on your life and bring you into a state of calm and clarity. Be sure to tune!   In This Episode, You'll Learn: How to set boundaries with others, and with yourself. Actionable tips to hone in on following your intuition. How to view challenging times from a new perspective.  Ways to create emotional safety and regulate your emotions.   Resources: Chatter by Ethan Kross   Jen Riday: https://www.jenriday.com/ Vibrant Woman Podcast SOUL CBD   Here is something just for you to sleep more deeply, reduce stress and heal anxiety. Visit ashleystahl.com/soul and use the code YOUTURN at checkout for 15% off your order! Carrus.io Do you want to get hired into a top tech company or are you looking for interview prep help?   Head on over to Carrus.io and book your first session with a tech hiring manager for free!   BIOPTIMIZER   Sick and tired of being sick or tired?    If you want to improve your sleep quality, try Magnesium Breakthrough, the only magnesium supplement I know of that contains 7 different forms of magnesium.    Visit www.magbreakthrough.com/youturn with code YOUTURN10 for a 10% discount on your order.

If you know me, you know I'm all about helping mom leaders figure out the needed rhythms to sustain the work they feel called to without compromising their time with God and their kids.It's a unique recipe that is filled with flexibility and surrender, but there are times where we unintentionally take on more than we can hold.Which of course is the path that leads to burnout.Jen Riday is no stranger to this type of burnout, and is on a mission to help other moms learn from it... and overcome it. Sounds a lot like me, huh? :)In this episode, mom, PhD in Human Development and Family Studies, and host of the Vibrant Happy Women Podcast Jen Riday shares her burnout story, and unlocks her tried and true toolbox to rising from its wake in order to love your work and life again.I promise you'll be so encouraged.CONNECT WITH JENVibrant Happy Woman Podcast******************************************FREE Mini-Course - Making a Rest Plan You can turn business burnout around, and it begins with knowing how to rest.This mini-course includes very short video lessons on the 7 ways to rest, my Rest Needs Quiz, and the Graceful Transitions Meditation for Moms.Enroll at deannamason.com/makearestplan

It's been a tough past 2 years with the pandemic. And a recent TODAY Parents image post shared a hard truth: If your kids are in 2nd grade or lower, they've never had a “normal” school year. That means that helping our kids strengthen their emotional resilience is more essential than ever!    In this episode, we've got 3 simple things that you can start today to help build strong skills in emotional resistance and you will see so much growth almost instantly with them! Resources We Shared: Cozi Family Organizer App FREE Family Organization App that includes customizable calendars, shopping lists, dinner recipes, and MORE!   Calm & Happy Parenting Time to get your kids to listen and help out more without the fighting!  This is your complete solution to shift the responsibility of "doing everything for everyone" to your family and to give you the kind of relationship you want with your kids and the entire family!   Ashton Kutcher Gets Heckled By Sports Fans for His Family's Bathing Habits   HOW OFTEN DO CHILDREN NEED TO TAKE A BATH?   No Guilt Mom Podcast Ep 056: How to Raise a Thriver with Michele Borba   No Guilt Mom Podcast Ep 13: The Gift of Failure with Jessica Lahey   No Guilt Mom Podcast Ep102: You Don't Need to be Supermom with Jen Riday, PhD   No Guilt Mom Podcast Ep 106: The Most Important Thing You Can Do To Stop The Meltdowns with Marcelle Waldman   Nike Run Club App The best mom is a happy mom. To better take care of you, download our No Guilt Mom mindset here .  These reminders will help you second guess less, and feel more confidence every day in your parenting.

We've been living under constant stress these past couple of years. And we're here to tell you that you don't have to be Supermom. The truth is that so many moms are feeling overwhelmed. In a recent survey, 93% of moms report feeling they're burnt out.   Ninety-three percent.   In this episode we're excited to speak with Dr. Jen Riday who helps burned out, overwhelmed moms get off the hamster wheel and find balance so they can love their lives again. She's the Founder of Vibrant Happy Women Club, creator of the Vibrant Happy Coach Certification, and host of the Vibrant Happy Women podcast. Jen is also the mom of 6 kids and currently resides outside Madison, Wisconsin.   Jen shares with us her tips on how to deal with burnout, locate our motivation, and how to incorporate our much-needed self-care. She teaches us the BE HER technique and how doing it every day can have so many positive benefits!   Resources We Shared:   Jen Riday   Cara Harvey Purpose Driven Mom Show Podcast   Leave Us a Podcast Review (How to Video)   The best mom is a happy mom. To better take care of you, download our No Guilt Mom mindset here .  These reminders will help you second guess less, and feel more confidence every day in your parenting.

Today on Raising Adults, we welcome Jen Riday of the Vibrant Happy Women Podcast to the show. Jen helps burned-out, overwhelmed moms get off the hamster wheel and find balance so they can love their lives again. As a mom of 6 with a Ph.D. in Human Development and Family Studies and host of the Vibrant Happy Women Podcast, Jen gives women tools that work. Be sure to tune in! "Is the happiness I'm modeling or experiencing adequate for the happiness I hope they'll have as an adult? If the answer's no, then I need to up my happiness game." - Jen Riday   "How am I going to show this version of myself? The version that's authentic to my kids instead of shoulding all over myself and losing the sparkle because really, the sparkle is lost when we all try to be the same to some extent." - Jen Riday   Today's highlights include:  Jen's why on reclaiming your authentic self (5:42) How to know if you've lost your sparkle and what to do to get it back (9:26) Steps and questions to ask yourself to recognize if you've lost your sense of self (10:23) Tool #1 - The BE HER morning ritual (13:01) Tool #2 - Creating your values and requirements (16:04) Tool #3 - the "Feel it to Heal it" method (20:28) Jen does a fun exercise with Kira and Deana (21:43)   Be sure to listen to this episode to hear the exercise we did with Jen, what exactly VSCO girls are and Jen's three methods to help us get our sparkle back!  Connect with Jen  Website Twitter  Instagram Facebook Thanks to our sponsor YoLabs  - Making life easier for working moms!  Thanks for joining us on today's episode of Raising Adults! If you enjoyed today's episode, please head over to iTunes, give us 5 stars, and leave a review to help us reach even more Future Focused Parents. Don't forget to check out our website, visit us on Facebook, or hang out with us on Instagram and Twitter to stay up-to-date on what's in store for you.

Today on Raising Adults, we welcome Jen Riday of the to the show. Jen helps burned-out, overwhelmed moms get off the hamster wheel and find balance so they can love their lives again. As a mom of 6 with a Ph.D. in Human Development and Family...

I can think of almost no other role in this life that requires as much emotional resilience as being a mom. Being a resilient mom means to be able to withstand or recover quickly from stress and challenges, and our roles as mothers give us plenty of opportunities every day to practice this skill. From enduring a whiny toddler hanging on your legs all day, to discovering upsetting texts on your teenager’s cell phone, to trying to meet a work deadline while also managing all of the moving parts of family life, to having a child scream at you that they hate you at the end of a long day…. Sometimes motherhood feels like a never-ending exercise in patience, grit, and self control. One thing I know for sure is that the more we become emotionally resilient moms, the easier it will be to handle all of the ups and downs of motherhood. And the good news is, emotional resilience is something that we can develop more of and get better at over time. Today’s guest is Dr. Jen Riday, a mom of 6 with a Ph.D. in Human Development and Family Studies. She’s the host of the https://www.jenriday.com/podcast/ (Vibrant Happy Women Podcast) and her mission is to help busy moms get off the hamster wheel and find balance so they can be their best selves and love their lives again. Due to her mix of academic expertise and personal experience mothering a large family, Jen is uniquely qualified to teach practical tools that bridge the gap between research and "real life,” and I know my conversation with her today will give you a few practical ideas for how you can become a resilient mom in this important way. -3 Takeaways on how to become a more resilient momPractice holding space for yourself. This may sound like a bit of a nebulous concept, but I love the simple way that Jen defined it. She said it’s “giving myself space to understand what I think and what I feel.” We can hold space for ourselves by not overfilling our schedules, by creating a personal retreat within our homes, or developing a meaningful journaling or meditation practice that just gives us the chance to metabolize our experiences and learn from them. I love that Jen pointed out that holding space for yourself is true self-care. Feel it to heal it. The best way to process emotions is to “stick with them,” as Jen said, or in other words, stay in your body and notice them, name them, envision them, and breathe them in without judgement or overthinking. If you would like to dive more into this concept, I’d love to remind you about the episode I did with my counselor a few months ago called “How to Heal your Relationship with Food this Year. Create healthy boundaries. This is essential if you want to protect your ability to stay resilient--you have to know what you need emotionally and how to guard it, as well as know what is not your stuff to handle. Boundaries are what you will do to protect your needs, not what you expect others to do because as Jen said “I am responsible for MY thoughts, feelings and actions and NOT responsible for the thoughts, feelings and actions of another person."  >>>Did you relate to these tips on how to become a more resilient mom? What would you add to her takeaways? Tell us in the comments below! -Show Notes- Jen Riday http://jenriday.com (Website) Jen Riday http://instagram.com/jen.riday (Instagram) Jen Riday http://facebook.com/jenriday (Facebook) https://www.jenriday.com/podcast/ (Vibrant Happen Women Podcast) https://www.amazon.com/Body-Keeps-Score-Healing-Trauma/dp/0143127748/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&gclid=Cj0KCQiA7NKBBhDBARIsAHbXCB7TPke8PJDC5wbZfRLcZtUayhETRPsqS3bqDEErK-K88kD_-D2nvRIaAvk4EALw_wcB&hvadid=241620573485&hvdev=c&hvlocphy=9025852&hvnetw=g&hvqmt=e&hvrand=6685999668748733194&hvtargid=kwd-52082394281&hydadcr=15524_10340834&keywords=the+body+keeps+the+score&qid=1614099824&sr=8-1&tag=googhydr-20 (The Body Keeps the Score) by Bessel van der Kolk...

This week’s guest is Jen Riday, the host of the Vibrant Happy Women podcast.  Jen is a mom of 6 children with a Ph.D. in Human Development and Family Studies.  We talk about her journey from overwhelmed and frazzled wife and mom to life coach and podcaster.  In 2010 she had a traumatic miscarriage, which was her wake-up call.  From there, she took a deep dive into learning how to take care of herself and find what made her happy.  Now, she’s helping other burned out, overwhelmed moms get off the hamster wheel and find balance so they can love their lives again. 

As we get ready to turn the corner on 2020 and we can see light at the end of the tunnel with a vaccine for Covid starting to roll out, it's time to decide how we're going to show up in our re-ordered world. My guest today is Jen Riday, a PhD in Human Development and Family Studies and host of the Vibrant Happy Women Podcast. Jen helps burned out, overwhelmed moms get off the hamster wheel and find balance so they can love their lives again. She gives women tools that work. In today's show, she shares many of her proven practices around mindset, creating a vision, how to make criticism work for you, and how identifying just one small step can help you create the life you love. It's everything you need to set a fresh vision for 2021!  xoB ✧✧✧✧✧✧✧✧✧✧✧✧✧✧✧✧✧✧✧✧✧✧ Renew your energy and get ready to rock 2021!! Be part of the Silver Linings Project and Download your FREE Silver Linings Reflection Guide: https://theintuneexperience.com/podcast Learn more about today's guest on Instagram @jen.riday or at https://www.jenriday.com/ I would love to know what you thought about today's show! Send me a message on Instagram @UnlelashYourSoulSong or shoot me an email at theintuneexperience@gmail.com.

When I was in the early days of my journey to the edge of becoming I listened to a LOT of podcasts – and when I would hear one that talked about something that really caught my attention I would instantly go looking for other, related shows so that I could get more information or a different perspective. I always thought it would be awesome to find some sort of podcast round-up that could do that work for me – which is why I created “Time for Two”.  Each Thursday I'll pop in your feed with suggestions for two podcasts that are related to the topic that I touched on that week. I'll tell you where to find them and a little about what you can expect so that you can decide if they're worth exploring.  So let's get to it - here's this week's Time for Two!  xoB ✧✧✧✧✧✧✧✧✧✧✧✧✧✧ Share your thoughts on today's Time for Two suggestions.  DM me on Instagram @unleashyoursoulsong! Time for Two: Tami McCarthy The Moth Podcast Vibrant Happy Women by Dr. Jen Riday

You know, a lot of us FEEL VERY UNCOMFORTABLE when big feelings come up. Feelings such as FEAR, ANXIETY, SADNESS, FRUSTRATION, and any other negative emotions can easily make us freak out and panic. They are uncomfortable and trigger unwanted thoughts such as "I can't handle this" or "this is horrible, I need to push it down" linger on our minds which makes us even more anxious.  And the more you try to numb your negative feelings, the more it backfires. It's this vicious cycle. Dr. Jen Riday who is a mom of 6 with a Ph.D. in Human Development and Family Studies and host of the Vibrant Happy Women Podcast and she gives you ALL THE TOOLS  to help you regulate those emotions and move from panic and despair to vibrancy & joy. So, in this episode, I am thrilled to have discussed with her these tools that you can add to your toolbox and access HEALING, RESILIENCE, AND TRUE HAPPINESS.Soothe yourself when you are triggered so you can parent consciously and intentionally. Practice SELF COMPASSION MEDITATION BY DOWNLOADING THIS AUDIO.For show notes and more episodes check out www.laurafroyen.com/podcast

You know, a lot of us FEEL VERY UNCOMFORTABLE when big feelings come up. Feelings such as FEAR, ANXIETY, SADNESS, FRUSTRATION, and any other negative emotions can easily make us freak out and panic. They are uncomfortable and trigger unwanted thoughts such as "I can't handle this" or "this is horrible, I need to push it down" linger on our minds which makes us even more anxious.  And the more you try to numb your negative feelings, the more it backfires. It's this vicious cycle. Dr. Jen Riday who is a mom of 6 with a Ph.D. in Human Development and Family Studies and host of the Vibrant Happy Women Podcast and she gives you ALL THE TOOLS  to help you regulate those emotions and move from panic and despair to vibrancy & joy. So, in this episode, I am thrilled to have discussed with her these tools that you can add to your toolbox and access HEALING, RESILIENCE, AND TRUE HAPPINESS.Soothe yourself when you are triggered so you can parent consciously and intentionally. Practice SELF COMPASSION MEDITATION BY DOWNLOADING THIS AUDIO.For show notes and more episodes check out www.laurafroyen.com/podcast

Rachel Macy Stafford is the author of “Hands Free Life,” “Hands Free Mama,” “Only Love Today,” and the new “Live Love Now,” all books sharing Rachel's powerful message of how learning self-love is the inflection point for nearly every part of how we live our lives that brings us closer to or farther from joy.In this episode, Rachel discusses some of the most important points from “Live Love Now” and her research with children of all ages to discover how parents can heal and care for themselves to make their children feel truly loved. Key Takeaways:Self-awareness that leads to self-love is critical to healthier parenting, and must come first.Our parenting style is a product of our inner narratives, many unexamined thoughts we've carried for years.The ways in which we fail to love ourselves - being hypercritical, having unrealistic expectations, despising our weaknesses - become the unhealthy components of our parenting.Favorite Quotes:“The truth is not the end; the truth is the beginning.”“That part of us - our dreamer, our inner child - is still within reach.”“That life of selflessness came at such a cost that I was not just hurting myself, but my children.”“Awareness changes everything because then you can make a different choice.” Support:This podcast is made possible by you — our listeners all over the world — from Brazil to Australia, the USA to Singapore. Please support the JOMO(cast) for just $3 a month. Sign up at patreon.com/jomocast. Go Deeper:Sign Up for 7 Days of JOMO Quests, a free series of science-backed challenges to reclaim joy: experiencejomo.com/free-resources. Follow @experiencejomo on Instagram, Facebook + Twitter.  Resources:Read the Hands-Free Mama blogGet the Book discussed in this episode, “Live Love Now”Follow the Hands Free Revolution on FacebookFollow the Hands Free Revolution on InstagramListen to the JenRiday podcast episode “Emotional Resiliency” featuring Rachel See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

I love Jen Riday! And I loved our interview. Dr. Jen Riday is a former burned-out mom of 6 turned Happiness Whisperer, and host of the popular Vibrant Happy Women Podcast. Jen is also the founder of the Vibrant Happy Women Club, where she helps overwhelmed moms get off their hamster wheels and start taking time for themselves (without the guilt) so they can live balanced, calm, heart-centered lives.  In the Vibrant Happy Women club, programs and retreats Jen shares powerful tools on how to master your mindset, to take control of your own happiness. And in our interview Jen and I are talking about one of her favorite, go-to self care practices: journaling. Jen lives in the woods near Madison, WI with her husband and 5 of her 6 kids.  Visit Jen on her website at: www.jenriday.com  And on Facebook, Instagram and, listen to the Vibrant Happy Women podcast here.

In all honesty, I almost titled this episode, "How to Not Lose Your Shiz When Life Happens." I want you to tune in and know you're not alone in the feelings of panic, fear, anger, sadness or whatever else overwhelms you in this moment. And then, I want you to learn what you can do and how to stay calm in times of stress like these. Our returning guest, Jen Riday, is a mother of 6, podcaster and women's coach. She talks about her love of statistics, even spreadsheets, and routines that usually work for her. But given her personal experience with COVID-19, and a journey through all the stages of grief, Jen had to shift her routines. She is sharing the specific techniques that have allowed her to stay calm in these times of epic stress. If embracing the new normal, and even feeling like your self, has become a battle, tune in to this episode for some practical tips. Jen encourages us to identify our feelings, and feel them. Using B.O.L.D. meditation (a genius acronym!) in addition to her solid morning routine, she teaches how it's possible to find your calm and feel like yourself even in times of uncertainty and stress. About a few other things... My daughter used to struggle so much with math, it was often a battle to get her to finish her work. But for several months we've been using Revolution Math (paid for with my own money!) to provide her small group tutoring that she now actually looks forward to doing. Use code 'ABOUTPROGRESS' to get the starter kit and first month for only $1. With all this time we have been spending at home, some of my organization struggles have been on the forefront of my mind. In January I released an organization audio course to help you learn how to cut the clutter and find clarity. That is still available to you before prices go up May 1st. Purchase before then for some BIG additional bonuses - 3 months of office hours style coaching and private membership group access. Use code 'ABOUTPROGRESS' for a discount, too! Make sure you're signed up for the Go Getter Newsletter to get each episode's Progress Pointers straight to your inbox every Thursday. SHOW NOTES Jen's Website and Instagram Revolution Math - code 'ABOUTPROGRESS' for $1 first month including starter kit Force of Nature Clean - code 'CLEANSAFE40' for $40 off starter kit Get the Organization Overhaul audio course Join the monthly membership group Get your first month+ FREE with Libsyn using code MONICA Lend your voice and experience + be featured on the show HERE Join Monica on Facebook and Instagram Songs Credit: DRIVE by Dj Nicolai Heidlas @nicolai-heidlas Music provided by FREE MUSIC FOR VLOGS AND VIDEOS bit.ly/freemusicforvlogs

Episode 055. “Something that I’ve noticed with milestones... is that there’s a feeling of never enough-- never enough downloads; there are never enough episodes; there’s never enough content. And, at times, it can feel like a hamster wheel. And I think there’s a lot of pressure to continue producing content every week.” ~Melissa Guller, Everything is Teachable & Book Smart Happy end of the year, end of the decade, podcast listeners! As the days wind down, I thought this the perfect time to discuss milestone episodes. To be totally honest with you, I hadn’t given the topic much thought until the incredible Sarah Buino, host of Conversations With A Wounded Healer (and one of my clients) asked if I had any suggestions for marking her 100th episode. Ok then! Time to commence thinking about milestones! But where to start?  Listen, hitting publish on your first episode is just as much a milestone as posting your hundredth so don’t let numbers put you off. I chatted with several podcasters whose interpretations of what constitutes a milestone vary. Their advice, though, is essentially this: there’s no right or wrong way to mark your big achievement -- even if that means choosing not to acknowledge your show’s milestone at all.  Featuring: David Hooper, Julie Neale, Robyn Conley Downs, Melissa Guller, Dave Jackson, and Jen Riday.   Full Show Notes including guest links, podcasts & resources: http://www.thecreativeimpostor.com/podenvy055    Podcast Angel: Libsyn My preferred podcasting hosting company. Catch their next free Podcasting Quickstart Webinar. When you're ready to create your account, use promo code: envy to get your first month free. Podcast Angel: Craft & Culture BTS with Podcast Envy + VIP Circle Let's make podcasts that matter together!  Sign up NOW at the $5 or $29 monthly membership (rate increases 1/1/2020.) Get the podcast launch series starting in January. http://www.thecreativeimpostor.com/craftandculture   Connect with me Join my Craft & Culture BTS community on Patreon.com and send me your burning podcast questions to answer on the exclusive behind-the-scenes podcast.  Join my Facebook Community where we create social support for content creators with inspiring prompts, opportunities for you to share your work, and more. http://www.thecreativeimpostor.com/fb  Email or Voice (send me a question to answer on the show!) Facebook Page @andreaklunder.creative Instagram: @andreaklunder LinkedIn: @andreaklunder Follow me there. And if you send a connection request, let me know you're a Podcast Envy listener. I don't generally accept requests from people I don't recognize and would love to know who you are! My favorite hashtags #thecreativeimpostor #podcastenvy #podcastboss  

"Youth fades; love droops; the leaves of friendship fall; a mother's secret hope outlives them all." - Oliver Wendell Holmes   In this episode, Jen and I talk about: How moms can feel their best How moms can engage in a more sustainable version of motherhood Recognizing how you want to feel and show up as a mom     Continue the conversation on Instagram @momisincontrol Apply for Mastery: www.momisincontrol.com   Check out Jen Riday's Vibrant Happy Women podcast: https://www.jenriday.com/podcast/

  What a month!  Did you work on one or two habits this month?  I hope that everything we learned inspired you to narrow in your focus on one area of your life that needs some major help. Three experts in their fields gave real life tips on how to do this. As you know, for me that started with sleep.  Our sleep episodes with Chrissy Lawler (here and here) triggered so many people into realizing how much they needed to shift their sleep habits.  As a result, hundreds of you joined (and are still joining) our FREE 5 Day Sleep Makeover! Next, we considered what your motivational style might be (thank you Dr. Adam Moore) and how figuring that out will help propel you forward to better shifting your habits. And then a question that hits home for all of us, is time management a huuuuuuge struggle for you?  If so, you need to let things go.  Dr. Jen Riday gave thousands of you some lightbulb moments as you listened in about her own experience. For example, she discussed taking more time for herself--both for self-care and planning--as well as letting go of things that didn't line up with her greater priorities. Personal stories of growth from me and you! And don't forget about our growth spurt episodes! In these bite-sized episodes I got personal about my experience as an underachieving perfectionists and how to get out of your comfort zones. Today, we released our Dear Progressor episode.  You get to hear a follow-up from a former voice bite with an update, how one mom learned to get herself to sleep, an unsolicited testimonial of the Progress Program, a mom who realized the life she was living was THE dream-life she had had for herself 10 years prior, and what one busy mama of five has done to calm her busy-mind.  I also share where I'm at with my Do Something List and some final thoughts I have about habit-formation and how that relates to our themes. And remember, it's not too late if you haven't started yours yet--just go for it! This has definitely been a month of growth and I'm so grateful you were a part of it by showing up here and sharing what you learned with others, both publicly and privately.  Thank you SOOO much for supporting me and the members of this community.

Has your own life become out of your control? You CAN get it back and it can start with one small word, "No." Here is the permission to let go, prioritize, and put yourself first in order to better manage all the other balls you are juggling. A working mom of 6, Dr. Jen Riday of the Vibrant Happy Women Podcast lives true to her mission to help women get back their lives. After sharing a vivid personal memory of one of her lowest points she offers detailed instruction on how to find YOU in your time again. As you listen, and especially if you desperately need this, remind yourself that your commitment will help carry you through. Start with the actionable tips discussed and begin to create space for what really matters. SHOW NOTES Jen's Website, Instagram, and Facebook Register for Rediscover You Workshop Join the FREE 5-Day Sleep Makeover FREE Printables, including this month’s Progress Plan Lend your voice and experience +be featured on the show HERE  Join the free and private FB group  Join the Progress Program: SMALL-group GROWTH coaching for women (you can apply now to reserve your slot for April!) Join Monica on Facebook and Instagram Songs Credit: “Drive,” “Changes,” and “Golden Alley” by Nicolai Heidlas

In this episode I’ll discuss what peace really is, and how we can cultivate it in our lives. For this week’s interview, I’m joined by The Happiness Whisperer and leader of the Vibrant Happy Women movement, Dr. Jen Riday, and she shares her secrets for finding and maintaining inner peace. We also discuss why we need to do this work for ourselves and for our loved ones, and how to release the shame we can feel when our kids aren’t meeting societal or family expectations.SHOW NOTES:- Brene Brown- Vibrant Happy Women Podcast- Learn more about meditation here- Anasazi Foundation- Find Jen Riday online- Jen on getting her teen to Anasazi- Jen’s update on her teens from July 26, 2018- VHW podcast Episode 129 “How To Help A Troubled Teen”- Jen on her experience with Anasazi- Sedona, AZ- The definitions of Truism and Truancy (LOL!)- Music is “Island” by MBB- Support this podcast on Patreon, thanks!

What You'll Learn In This Episode How to decide the priorities and values for yourself and your family and why they're so important How to parent based on connection and relationship first, and correction last The importance of a morning ritual and how it can set your day up for less stress and success All about Meditation - what is it, how to do it and how it helps to lower stress, anxiety, and connect you to your intuition so you can make decisions for your life that are in your highest good Links in This Episode Jen's website – jenriday.com Jen's podcast – Vibrant Happy Women Tony Robbin's Priming Method Deepak Chopra's 21 Day Free Guided Meditations See all of the episodes from The Merry Messy Moms Show here Join in the fun & conversation in The Merry Messy Moms Show Facebook group

Sometimes one of the most courageous acts of self-love is to throw out our social ideas of what it means to be a mom and do what we feel called to do instead. Follow our hearts. For Jen Riday, a podcaster, Life Coach, blogger and mom of six, that has meant choosing to prioritize her own happiness and to become an entrepreneur. She talks about her journey of going to rock bottom in her marriage and her own mental health, to turn it around to create a successful business and fulfilling life for her and her family. Links in This Episode Jen's website – jenriday.com Jen's podcast - Vibrant Happy Women Books by Brené Brown - Daring Greatly, The Gifts of Imperfection, Rising Strong, Braving the Wilderness, The Gifts of Imperfect Parenting Big Magicby Elizabeth Gilbert The Four Tendenciesby Gretchen Rubin Better than Beforeby Gretchen Rubin See all of the episodes from The Merry Messy Moms Show here Join in the fun & conversation in The Merry Messy Moms Show Facebook group

Get Happier!  Jen Riday is everything she teaches - vibrant AND happy.  She is on a mission to help other women find their worth, their value through self-love, community, and empowerment.  Everyone wants to be happy, right?  But do you truly know how to find your happy?  While it’s definitely a process and isn’t achieved overnight, it is totally possible!  In this interview, Dr. Jen will give you helpful advice and tips to start working towards your happy right now, but she will also point you in the right direction to stay that way.  She shares a couple of rock-bottom, “sucking lemons” moments in her life and how she turned them into sweet lemonade.  Come on in, the water’s fine!

Jen Riday is a mother of six. She has a PhD in in human development and family studies, and runs an online business helping women heal their hearts and build self love. In this wide-ranging conversation, Jen shares how raising her children has helped her discover what’s essential. Become a patron of the podcast and join the Maybe Someday community: www.patreon.com/maybesomeday Learn more about Jen Riday and her very popular Vibrant Happy Women podcast: www.jenriday.com Listen to Sarah's interview on the Vibrant Happy Women podcast.    

What were you feeling on Mother's Day? I don't know about you, but I was feeling gratitude, love, joy and sadness all at the same time. Then I read an Instagram post from my friend Leslie and it gave me some clarity. Sometimes, these "happy" holidays can be hard. If you felt that way, I hear ya. My hope is that this podcast will give you some comfort and remind you that you are not alone. To hear the past podcast with Happiness Coach Dr. Jen Riday click here. To access the 50 Shades of Kay show page click here.

Are you happy? Did you know there is a happiness coach? Her name is Dr. Jen Riday. She is a mother of 6, a wife, an author and the host of the successful "Vibrant Happy Women" podcast. She's here with Elizabeth Kay to help heal your heart and give you her proven formula to achieve happiness - even when life gets hard! Make sure to subscribe to Jen's podcast! Just search for Vibrant Happy Women on iTunes, GooglePlay or on your podcast app. To connect with Jen visit her website JenRiday.com

"If today were the last day of my life, what would my legacy be?" In this episode, Dr. Jen Riday, Women's Happiness Expert, shares what it means to define and live your legacy. As a mom of 6 and a business owner, Jen has learned first hand how to balance what really matters and shares exactly how she does that.

The main reason I started my business at home was so I could be here for my kids.Those of you who juggle a home-based business and a family know it's not an easy feat and can leave you feeling like you need to check into a padded cell just for some quiet time.After 10 years, I've learned a thing or two about balancing life, kids and work. But I've got nothing compared to my guest, Jen Riday, who balances work with SIX kids!In this episode we share some of our favorite tips for creating a work/life balance, dealing with kids, time management for business and so much more!Jen Riday is a Women's Happiness Expert, host of the Vibrant Happy Women Podcast and mom of 6. Jen helps women shift from frazzled to fantastic and from overwhelmed to overjoyed her time management program Time Mastery for Women and through a monthly membership called the Vibrant Happy Women Academy. Jen lives in the woods with her husband and kids just outside of Madison, WI. In her spare time you can find Jen relaxing in the sun, doing yoga, and meditating.

The main reason I started my business at home was so I could be here for my kids.Those of you who juggle a home-based business and a family know it's not an easy feat and can leave you feeling like you need to check into a padded cell just for some quiet time.After 10 years, I've learned a thing or two about balancing life, kids and work. But I've got nothing compared to my guest, Jen Riday, who balances work with SIX kids!In this episode we share some of our favorite tips for creating a work/life balance, dealing with kids, time management for business and so much more!Jen Riday is a Women's Happiness Expert, host of the Vibrant Happy Women Podcast and mom of 6. Jen helps women shift from frazzled to fantastic and from overwhelmed to overjoyed her time management program Time Mastery for Women and through a monthly membership called the Vibrant Happy Women Academy. Jen lives in the woods with her husband and kids just outside of Madison, WI. In her spare time you can find Jen relaxing in the sun, doing yoga, and meditating.

Jen Riday is a Women's Happiness and Productivity Specialist and lives outside of Madison WI with her husband and 6 kids (ages 4-16). Jen helps women to confidently spend more time on what makes them truly HAPPY - without guilt and without perfectionism. In her spare time Jen enjoys hiking, yoga and reading.   www.jenriday.com     Mom Is In Control Mastery Program  www.momisincontrol.com/miic 

This week on Mom Talk Radio, Dr. Karen Rayne, author of Help Your Kids with Adolescence, shares tips covered in her new book. Spotlight on Moms features Jen Riday of JenRiday.com. Dr. Ken Redcross, founder of Redcross Concierge, shares risk factors and symptoms of strokes. Suzy Giordano, co-author of The Baby Sleep Solution, shares tips for sleep training. Speaker and author, Tara McClary Reeves, talks about her new book My Dad: American Hero.

Dr. Jen Riday is a Women's Happiness Expert and host of the Vibrant Happy Women Podcast. Jen helps women organize their time and let go of the "shoulds" so they can take better care of themselves and spend more time doing what they truly love. Jen is a mom of 6 and lives in the woods with her husband and kids just outside of Madison, Wisconsin. jenriday.com, timemasteryforwomen.com, vibranthappywomenacademy.com facebook: @jenriday instagram: @jen.riday twitter: @jenriday pinterest: @jenriday

This week is a huge milestone as we are celebrating the 100th episode of the Moms With Dreams Show! I’ve been anticipating this day for several weeks now. I remember when I started my podcast back in May 2015. Producing one show per week felt like an eternity away from 100, but now it’s finally here! Over the past few weeks, I’ve heard from other podcasters that I am the exception in the industry – that most podcasts don’t make it past 20 episodes, let alone reach 100! I had no idea since all the podcasts that I listen to are successful with hundreds of episodes. This conversation was my reminder to stop and acknowledge myself for making it this far – something that I often forget to do. Instead of interviewing a guest or teaching a lesson, I invited my listeners and previous guests to join me in this episode. After my extended introduction, you’ll hear audio clips of them sharing a few words about the show. I am grateful for my community and want you to have access to these wonderful people. Below you’ll find their names, a brief bio, contact information and a link to their episode if they were a guest. In this episode, I gave a shout out to John Bukenas, my podcast producer. If you’re thinking about starting a podcast or you’ve already started and need an editor, I highly suggest John. You can find him at http://audioeditingsolutions.com Guests and Listeners Who Contributed to This Episode: Annett Bone appeared on Episode 72: http://ericablocker.com/mwd-072-never-late-great-wannett-bone/ Annett Bone is the founder and host of The DancePreneuring Studio podcast where she guides her listeners on a journey of transformation inspired by dance, life, and business. The podcast is a reflection of her personal adventure overcoming her fears and returning to her passion for dance after a 20 year hiatus, the lessons that she has learned along the way, and proving that it’s never too late to be great. www.AnnettBone.com annett@annettbone.com Cherise Patterson, loyal listener Cherise Patterson is the Founder and CEO of Such A Mom, LLC.  Through her faith centered A.D.D Management Coaching Program, Cherise supports and teaches Moms with children affected by A.D.D how to care for themselves, get organized, “Achieve their Desired Dreams” and thrive during elementary school years into young adulthood.  Cherise is a dedicated wife and loving mother who cherishes quality time with her family. https://www.facebook.com/cpsuchamom/   Dr. Nyali Taylor appeared on episode 69: http://ericablocker.com/mwd-069-taking-risks-feeling-free-40-wdr-nyali-taylor/   Dr. Nyali Taylor is a vascular surgeon at CTMH | Doctors Hospital. After attending Rutgers University as a scholar-athlete, she obtained dual degrees in Medicine and Public Health from Drexel College of Medicine. Dr. Taylor then completed her general surgeon training at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, followed by a vascular surgery fellowship at Cooper University Hospital. Academically, she has co-authored two textbook chapters and several peer-reviewed scholarly journal articles.   Dr. Samantha Madhosingh appeared on episode 17: http://ericablocker.com/mwd-017-dr-samantha-madhosingh-achieve-success-holistic-happiness/   Dr. Samantha Madhosingh is a Licensed Psychologist, Bestselling Author, & Speaker. She received her doctorate in professional psychology from The George Washington University and has dedicated more than 20,000 hours to researching, understanding, & solving the infinite possibilities of human potential, behavior, & performance. Dr. Samantha is the founder and CEO of ElevateHER, an organization serving women leaders (and interested men) in business and in life by providing key strategies to rewire their brains, achieve mastery in mindset, communication, & relationships, and ultimately create a legacy of lasting wealth.  http://askdrsamantha.com/ Famira Green appeared on episode 6: http://ericablocker.com/the-art-of-visual-branding-for-your-business/   Famira Green is a creative brand strategist and founder of FAMIRA Media Group (www.famiragreen.com). She is the creator of the #EMPRESSnation Movement Creator and host of the upcoming web tv show, #BeDifferent #BrandDifferent, where she will connect with entrepreneurs who are not afraid to move to the beat of their own drum and do things their way. With her branding and digital media company, Famira taps into her intuition and teaches heart-centered women entrepreneurs how to use the power of storytelling and visual branding to create a brand empire of influence, impact, inspiration and income. www.famiragreen.com http://bit.ly/famiragift http://facebook.com/iamfamira http://instagram.com/iamfamira http://twitter.com/iamfamira Dr. Jen Riday appeared on episode 59: http://ericablocker.com/mwd-059-create-a-happy-vibrant-life-with-dr-jen-riday/ Dr. Jen Riday is the Women’s Happiness Expert and host of the Vibrant Happy Women Podcast. She helps women find greater light and meaning – regardless of their circumstances – through meditation, listening to intuition of a Higher Power. www.jenriday.com http://facebook.com/groups/vibranthappywomen Jewell Robinson appeared on episode 43: http://ericablocker.com/create-healthy-money-habits-with-jewell-robinson/ Jewell Robinson is the CEO of Jewell Robinson Insurance and Financial Services. Her business is certified by the California Dept. of Insurance which allows her to be licensed in, but not limited to, the following states; CA, AZ, DE, TX, GA, IL and VA. Her platform is to educate clients and the community on creating healthy financial habits. areyoufff@gmail.com http://jewellrobinson.com Joe Pardo appeared on episode 80: http://ericablocker.com/mwd-080-vision-dream-big-wjoe-pardo/ Helping people achieve their dreams has always been Joe Pardo’s goal in life. In early 2014, he left his family’s $100 million business to pursue his goal and became a 4th generation entrepreneur. Joe started the Dreamers Podcast soon after his exit from the family business to inspire others to dream big. He continues to give back and make an impact through this work with start-ups, afterschool programs and his educational conferences. http://superjoepardo.com Judy Graybill appeared on episode 39: http://ericablocker.com/healing-transforming-blended-families-relationships/ Judy Graybill is an international authority on stepfamilies and co-parenting after remarriage. A Certified Stepfamily Coach, Judy sits on the Advisory Board for Stepfamily Systems Co-Parenting Center, has helped step couples in 8 countries across 4 continents, and is also an inspirational speaker, consultant, and writer on improving remarriages, mending relationships, and creating harmony at home. For nearly a decade as Executive Director of Sensible Steps, LLC, Judy has given clients a-ha's, real world solutions, empowerment, a stronger spousal relationship, and peace of mind. Email: judy@stepfamilycoach.com http://stepfamilycoach.com/ Danielle K. Howell appeared on episode 16: Danielle K. Howell is “your online success coach”. She empowers you to create your economy and claim your freedom. http://www.youronlinesuccesscoach.com/ www.Facebook.com/youronlinesuccesscoach Knifie Burks appeared on episode 7: http://ericablocker.com/mwd-007-knifie-burks-coaching-women-to-build-wealth/ Knifie Burks is a licensed real estate broker with 17 years of experience. She also supports entrepreneurs from various industries organize, automate, delegate and develop effective social media systems that position them as experts in their chosen industries. https://www.facebook.com/groups/yoursocialrealtor/ https://www.instagram.com/thesocialmedialifestyle/ http://www.instagram.com/thesocialmedialifestyle Kristin Young appeared on episode 91: http://ericablocker.com/mwd-091-put-magic-back-marriage-wkristin-m-young/ Kristin Young is a certified professional coach, marriage enthusiast and speaker. She created her organization, Living the Vows, to assist others with bringing joy to their marriages. Kristin wants to see healthier, joy-filled marriages and believes that one giant step in this direction is being intentional about marriage. http://livingthevows.com   Kym Stewart (Kennedy) appeared on episode 65: http://ericablocker.com/mwd-65-turn-passion-profession-kym-kennedy/ Kym has been coaching women for over 15 years in circles, workshops and individually. Kym has recently launched her Born To Coach Program, a12- week program that helps coaches expand their coaching to deliver their unique message and attract their unique audience. www.meaningfulabundance.com Marc Mawhinney appeared on episode 1: http://ericablocker.com/reinvent-your-business-and-make-a-big-comeback-wmarc-mawhinney/ Marc Mawhinney is a lifelong entrepreneur who’s on a mission to help coaches build successful businesses! He achieves this with his coaching programs; his podcast, Natural Born Coaches; his Facebook group The Coaching Jungle, and his exclusive print newsletter – Secret Coach Club. www.secretcoachclub.com www.naturalborncoaches.com Dr. Marilyn Porter appeared on episode 15: http://ericablocker.com/mwd-015-marilyn-e-porter-stop-giving-your-gift-away/ Dr. Marilyn Porter is most widely known for her work as a spiritual life coach, author and ministry development. Dr. Porter now stands alone in a very sacred and savvy space known as the “The Scatter Brained Genius’ Coach”. Her journey to becoming The Scatter Brained Genius’ Coach has been colorful with quite a few pit stops and pitfalls.  She helps clients transform their lives and stamp out chaos, confusion and stagnation. http://thescatterbrainedgenius.com Sabrina Blocker, loyal listener Sabrina Blocker is a proud single mother who is very active in her church and in song ministry. She has a special interest in women's issues and continues to help inspire and lead women through life’s many challenges. Sabrina can be found enjoying life – which includes spending precious time with her children, family, friends and helping out in her church and performing the work of God. beanblocker71@gmail.com Sarah Aderson appeared on episode 13: http://ericablocker.com/mwd-013-sarah-aderson-build-an-empire-not-a-business/ AND on episode 83: http://ericablocker.com/mwd-083-turn-services-products-wsarah-aderson/ Sarah Aderson is the authority that spiritual and visionary entrepreneurs depend on to help them transform their services into digital and physical products. She empowers you to build an empire instead of a business. Sarah is an international speaker, bestselling author, marketing strategist, and empire builder.  Her services and products are infused with infinite love.  When she’s not creating products, you can find Sarah in Atlanta, GA enjoying trail mix and time with her awesome son. www.expandyourheart.org   Shakesia Morgan appeared on episode 73: http://ericablocker.com/mwd-073-journey-healthy-hair-wshakesia-morgan/   Shakesia Morgan is the founder of Just Simply Hair Care Products. After suffering from scalp ailments from the age of 12 and witnessing her daughter inherit the same ailments, she said "enough is enough" and became a hair enthusiast. Determined to end the cycle, Shakesia created quality, all natural products that stimulate hair growth. Shakesia is extremely passionate about helping others not only reach their hair potential but regain their confidence. www.justsimplyhair.com http://facebook.com/justsimplyhairproducts http://twitter.com/justsimplyhair http://instagra.com/justsimplyhair Stacie Walker appeared on episode 92: http://ericablocker.com/mwd-092-ok-start-stacie-walker/ Stacie Walker is best known as an international best-selling author, award-winning podcast personality, and business strategist and coach. She's also the creator of the Ambitious Mompreneurs Summit, a bi-annual online conference to help women put themselves first, so they can design a beautiful life doing the things they love. http://StacieWalker.com Telese Hampton, loyal listener Telese Hampton is the owner of Me and My Girls Clothing, an online clothes boutique. Her passion is empowering young women. In her free time, Telese enjoys skating, traveling and spending time with her family. She is a proud wife and mother of two wonderful daughters. www.meandmygirlsclothing.com https://facebook.com/mandmgclothing Terahshea McCray, loyal listener Terahshea McCray is a fitness and nutrition expert with numerous certifications from leading international health and wellness organizations. In addition to training and coaching clients, Terahshea is a consultant with New Legacy Leaders Project. His personal mission is to help combat unhealthy lifestyles that create generational problems for Americans. http://terahsheamcray.com http://instagram.com/tfitness4u Teresa Robinson appeared on episodes 26: http://ericablocker.com/mwd-026-teresa-robinson-making-health-and-fitness-a-lifestyle/   and in episode 62: http://ericablocker.com/mwd-061-tap-into-the-power-of-yoga-wteresa-robinson/ Teresa Robinson is a Yoga Alliance Registered, 200-hour Certified Yoga Teacher in Central New Jersey. She began practicing at the end of 2014, after going through an emotionally challenging year. Developing her own practice helped her overcome depression, grief, and anxiety. She became a teacher to pay it forward in hopes of bringing the gift of yoga to everyone who needs it. She teaches weekly mixed-level flow classes in Piscataway, Bernardsville, and Warren. Teresa’s classes are fun and energetic, with a strong emphasis on the Universal Principles of Alignment, providing a safe and mindful approach for students at any level. http://teresarobinsonyoga.com http://agiftforeveryone.co http://facebook.com/teresarobinsonyoga http://instagram.com/yoganubia     I’ll be wrapping up this season soon and taking a short summer break to return in the fall. If there are any topics you want me to cover during my next season, you would like to be a guest or know someone who would make a great guest, please let me know. You can leave a comment below or email me at Erica@momswithdreams.com.   Thank you for being a part of my journey to 100 episodes! I am grateful to have you in my community and look forward to sharing the next 100 episodes with you.   Keep doing what you love, Erica    

Jen Riday is the host of a podcast called Vibrant Happy Women, and she is the epitome of that name! Ladies, be aware that major creative and special sparks flew during this episode. The synergy that can happen on a podcast interview is kind of amazing. I LOVED Jen when she interviewed me on her podcast, and loved her even more when I had the chance to chat with her for an episode of MY podcast! She is a remarkable insightful woman and you would be smart to follow her podcast as well as this one. We talked a lot about motherhood and how imperative it is that we create joy in the center of our homes. I LOVED how she compared mothers to the sun, with planets- our kids and spouses- orbiting around us, and how if we are happy it effects that orbit and energy. It's the phrase, happy wife happy life, right? But a lot more spectacular than that. The best thing that happened on this episode was the validation of how IMPORTANT it is to take care of myself before I can take care of my family. Following my dreams, passions and desires only makes me better, it doesn't take away that love I have for my children! Meditation is something I have been thinking about, as well as this craving for yoga, and Jen brought all of it right to me with her belief that an hour of yoga is as good as weekend away. Thank you Jen for having such a great conversation with me, sharing your insight as a mother of 6 children and proponent of happiness and vibrance!

I start this episode with some ideas about something I call a ‘Why Not List’. Kind of like a To Do List, but infinitely more joyful. Because if you’re like me, that relentless taskmaster is always keeping score of what we get done.  So this is a sweet way around that heavy burden.  I’ll also be interviewing popular happiness podcaster Jen Riday on this hot topic: ‘If mom ain’t happy, ain’t nobody happy’ …  Jen reminded me of this old phrase in telling her story. She’s a mother of six (yes … six!) who does not send her children to daycare. And yet she still has a flourishing career as a happiness coach and podcaster. So how the heck does Jen do this?  The key, she says, is getting clear about the things that are important to us. After getting her PhD, she had a clarifying thought: “How would I like my children to remember me? Will it be as a frustrated, grumpy mom with a big to do list … or will it be as a move involved, more present parent?”  So Jen’s self-care efforts shifted accordingly. This included no longer baking six to twelve loves of home baked bread per week, but instead, spending more quality time with her kids. And still keeping her head on straight with hot yoga and all sorts of self-care. Which is exactly what made me want to speak with her!  Here’s what I learned from Jen:   Multi-tasking … does it hurt or help happiness? Words that keep teenagers in line … The one moment practice that can help you get back to peace and serenity How connecting to a Higher Power supports letting go Achieving the balance between doing and being How children keep you grounded in reality How our values intersect with our happiness A useful exercise for defining your values What strong boundaries are and how to keep them How do our schedules get so out of control The best 5 minute mood-bosting exercise that exists (even for your kegels!) How she knew she needed greater self-care BIO Jen Riday is the host of the Vibrant Happy Women Podcast, and speaks and writes about how women can find greater light and meaning – regardless of their circumstances – through meditation, listening to intuition or a Higher Power, letting go of the “shoulds” and filling their cups. She believes every woman on this planet has something special to contribute to the world and will be happiest when she is living true to her purpose.

In this Voice Studio episode, we recall what Dr. Jen Riday described as a personal check about her voice. "How do I want my family to remember me?" And my experience at an art show that helped me realize what I needed most at that time was sleep and creative self-expression. Mentioned in this episode: * Episode 10 How Influencers Can Develop a Vibrant Happy Voice with Dr. Jen Riday * UNFROZEN: Stop Holding Back and Release the Real You

Dr. Jen Riday is a Women's Happiness Expert, host of the Vibrant Happy Women podcast and a mom of 6. Jen helps women shift from frazzled to fantastic and from overwhelmed to overjoyed by helping them learn the art of self care, manage their time in a way that matches up with their priorities, and to live in a way that honors their passions and purpose while still connecting with loved ones in a balanced way. Jen lives in the woods just outside of Madison, WI with her husband and kids. In her spare time Jen loves to lie on the grass and soak up the sun, go to hot yoga class and meditate. What you will learn in this episode: Today we are talking about happiness How to win stress, and how to build your happiness What to do when you touch rock bottom Family support - Why that's so powerful weapon For more click here

Dr. Jen Riday is a Women's Happiness Expert and mom of 6. After struggling with depression and general dissatisfaction with life after the birth of her 5th child, Jen began a quest to "get happier" and now shares her journey with other women wanting to do the same. Jen lives in the woods just outside of Madison, Wisconsin with her family. Jen loves yoga, meditation, time in nature, and regular moments of quiet reflection. Mentioned in this episode: Jen Riday's website The Vibrant, Happy Women podcast Time Mastery for Women course  

In part 2 of a 2-part series, I share a painful event from my past involving a miscarriage and the marriage struggles that intensified as a result. Listen to Part 1 here. And, for fun, here's my bio: (Every other guest has one, so I want to fit in with the "cool kids.") Jen is a 42-year-old mom of six and Women's Happiness Expert who lives just outside of Madison, Wisconsin with her family. Jen was raised on a farm with the values of hard work and honesty, and today Jen's priorities are spirituality, family, health and helping women find happiness (in that order). In her free time Jen enjoys yoga, meditation, time in nature, and curling up with a great book.

Do you need an ongoing parenting support? www.authenticparenting.com to schedule a 30 min. complimentary session today and get answers to your burning parenting questions. No obligation. Join my private Facebook group-a supportive and positive space for moms and dads who want to learn and grow. Authentic Parenting Community is a closed Facebook group run by Anna Seewald where she offers bi-weekly free phone support/Q+A sessions to the members only. Join now! www.facebook.com/groups/1657717101107047/ On this episode host Anna Seewald talks to Dr. Jen Riday on the importance of self care. Jen shares a heartbreaking story from her life that led her to shift things in her life. About Jen: Jen is a 42-year-old mom of six and Women’s Happiness Expert who lives just outside of Madison, Wisconsin with her family. Jen was raised on a farm with the values of hard work and honesty, and today Jen’s priorities are spirituality, family, health and helping women find happiness (in that order). In her free time Jen enjoys yoga, meditation, time in nature, and curling up with a great book. NUGGETS OF WISDOM FROM JEN: After I clawed myself out of the emotional pit that resulted from events on the most horrible day of my life (so far), I learned several things that helped me let go of the guilt I used to feel when I took time for myself: Remember, I’m loved and I’m worthy. I’m 100% in charge of my life and happiness. The greatest gift I can give my loved ones is my own happiness. I’m happiest when I take care of myself first (and others second). The Wheel of Happiness is the perfect guide for my use of time so that I take care of ALL aspects of myself. Jen's web site: www.jenriday.com/ Jen's FB group: www.facebook.com/groups/vibranthappywomen/ Jen's Podcast: itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/vibra…d1117116329?mt=2 Did you enjoy this episode? Subscribe to Authentic Moments Podcast on iTunes and give us a start rating. Ratings are very important. They help other people to find the show. itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/authe…d1052399775?mt=2 Like Authentic Parenting-parenting from the heart on Facebook. www.facebook.com/Authentic-Parent…447218465563263/ Authentic Moments is a weekly show. New episodes air every Thursday. Subscribe, share and enjoy!

In part 1 of a 2-part series, I share a past life struggle involving a miscarriage and the marriage struggles that intensified as a result.

How do you want to FEEL? And how can you find more free time for doing the things that generate the feeling you want? Join me for a free Master Class: "How to Create More Time for the Things You Love (Without Neglecting Your Family or Feeling Guilty) and learn how to create 10+ hours of free time each week. Sign up at JenRiday.com/JenClass

Dr. Jen Riday grew up on a farm in Iowa, where family, a strong work ethic and dedication were instilled in her from the beginning. When Jen became a mother of her own children -- six in total -- she dedicated herself to raising them as a full-time mom and held off on putting her Ph.D. in human development and family studies to use, at least professionally. Until she realized being a stay at home mom wasn't enough for her, and she was brave enough to admit that to herself after hitting rock bottom. Jen set out to find out what made her happy and eventually decided it was time to make a change -- a drastic change -- to have that happiness be a part of her life, and her new business as a life coach and happiness expert, each day. On this episode of the Support is Sexy podcast, Jen talks about the importance of self-care, setting boundaries, managing expectations and living a vibrant, happy life no matter what. On this episode you'll learn: How to get over the "shoulds"How to move beyond social expectations.The importance of putting your oxygen mask on first.How to figure out what makes you happy and choose that for yourself each day.The power of meditation.Why it's important for moms to set boundaries, especially with those you love.How to let go of control and let others you love step up  Subscribe to Support is Sexy podcast on iTunes or on Stitcher Radio! Thank you for listening! And hey, if you love it,  please leave us a Rating & Review on iTunes! Show notes, links, contacts and resources for this episode may be found at http://supportissexypodcast.com     [Music: “Someone Else’s Memories” by Revolution Void]

Amiyrah Martin shares her story of attempting to leave for work one morning, only to find that her car had been repossessed. With $36,000 of debt, Amiyrah and her husband took a hard look at their lifestyle, made massive changes and paid off their debt in 2 years. Now, years later, they are paying CASH for their first home. Listen as Amiyrah shares some tips about having a frugal but love-centered lifestyle, all while being a service-minded, generous woman. Amiyrah is the owner of 4 Hats and Frugal, a website dedicated to teaching families how to have fun on a dime, be a "baller" on a budget, and live a full life on less. She's a wife, mother of 3, member of the Air National Guard, New Jersey native, and self-proclaimed Nutella addict. www.JenRiday.com/30

Jen Riday is the host of the Vibrant Happy Women Podcast and loves to talk about happiness. Jen is also a life coach and a mom of 6 children. Learn about the inspiration behind the creation of Vibrant Happy Women, how Jen triumphed over past struggles, and how she applies her personal HAPPINESS FORMULA to stay grounded and joyous. The post that accompanies this episode: jenriday.com/00 Subscribe Give us a Rating & Review