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For the woman juggling life as a working mom...

In this episode, I sit down with Becky Nieves, a mom of four with diverse roles including a Marine mom, rare disease advocate, soccer mom, and business owner. Becky runs her own virtual assistant company, Snow Virtual Professionals, while juggling her responsibilities and family life. She shares her strategies for managing chaos, her journey through humor and resilience, and the challenges of raising children with a wide age range. Learn about Becky's experience working with a nonprofit and her transition to business ownership. Join us for an inspiring discussion on balancing life, authenticity, and finding joy amidst the chaos.

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00:00 Introduction to Becky Nieves

01:35 Balancing Motherhood and Work

03:43 Parenting Challenges and Strategies

05:22 Supporting and Being Supported by Friends

06:41 Navigating Multiple Roles as a Mom

07:36 Rare Disease Advocacy and Personal Impact

11:07 Transition to Nonprofit Work

15:33 Empowering the Next Generation

18:57 Entering the World of Politics

19:58 Starting a New Business

20:28 Facing the Reality of Returning to Work

21:04 Launching a Virtual Assistant Business

21:13 Evolving Career Paths and Coaching Aspirations

23:11 Overcoming Personal Health Challenges

27:42 The Importance of Authenticity in Business

28:47 Navigating the Challenges of Entrepreneurship

35:01 Future Goals and Collaborations

37:38 Finding Your Tribe and Authentic Connections

39:39 Where to Find Becky and Final Thoughts

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Overcoming Grief and Embracing Fitness with Lindsey Heiserman

Join me as I dive into the inspiring journey of Lindsey Heiserman, who transformed from struggling with fitness as a child to becoming a passionate personal trainer and life coach. Lindsey discusses her unique approach to combining fitness with life coaching, her podcast episode about the complexities of grief, and maintaining authenticity in podcasting. Through personal anecdotes, she reveals the importance of movement and honesty in mental and physical health. Lindsey also sheds light on her experiences with endurance racing, personal training, and the challenges of adapting fitness routines as we age.

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00:00 Introduction to Lindsey Heiserman

00:54 Navigating Personal Loss and Grief

04:31 The Journey of Podcasting

09:00 Blending Coaching and Personal Training

19:45 The Importance of Movement in Coaching

22:44 The Importance of Movement

24:19 Personal Fitness Journey

26:22 Accepting Physical Changes

28:51 Adapting to New Realities

34:17 Endurance and Coping Mechanisms

36:26 Exploring Speed Hiking

39:29 Connecting and Resources

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Join me in this heartfelt podcast episode featuring Angelina Moehlmann, the inspiring author of 'Destination Baby.' Angelina shares her journey from being an educator to becoming an advocate for women navigating adoption and fertility challenges. Dive deep into her personal experiences, her decision to leave the education field, her adoption journey, and how she turned her story into a powerful memoir. This episode is not only insightful for those going through similar struggles but also offers valuable life lessons on resilience, self-worth, and the evolving journey of parenthood. Perfect for anyone looking to feel understood and empowered. Don't miss out on this transformative conversation!

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00:00 Introduction to Angelina Moehlmann

00:55 Angelina's Career Journey

02:30 Impact of COVID and Personal Challenges

04:38 Reflections on Divorce and Personal Growth

07:06 The Decision to Pursue Motherhood

10:00 Navigating Relationships and Parenthood

20:03 Finding a New Partner and Starting a Family

23:34 The Illusion of Control

24:09 Struggles and Frustrations

25:06 Support Systems and Boundaries

28:11 The Decision to Adopt

30:52 Navigating the Adoption Process

32:35 Writing and Sharing the Journey

35:40 Reflections and Future Plans

42:26 The Perpetual Journey of Parenthood

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