In this solo episode, I reflect on the emotional swirl of launching my first book, Rewrite the Mother Code, and everything that came after the sprint. From excitement and fulfillment to overwhelm and uncertainty, I open up about the full spectrum of the experience, and why it reminds me of new motherhood.

This is a conversation about truth, creativity, vulnerability, and the deep work of staying present. I share the beauty, the mess, and the moments of grace that made this journey real.

If you’ve ever launched a project, stepped into a new version of yourself, or tried to savor a moment while holding a thousand details - this one’s for you.

• (01:55) The emotional rollercoaster after book launch and letting go of the sprint
• (05:01) Advice from Marianne Williamson and the call to have fun and be present
• (07:04) Why self-mothering means saying no to things that drain you
• (09:56) The shift from sprint to marathon and the fear of losing momentum
• (14:56) Social media, perfection, and the unspoken stress of event logistics
• (17:50) Self-care in New York and what didn’t go according to plan
• (21:05) Money fears, rainstorms, and the little love shots that kept her going
• (24:03) Doubt, darkness, and choosing to keep showing up anyway
• (26:12) Invitations, outreach, and asking for continued support
• (29:04) Shifting from shyness to pride and standing behind your work
• (31:00) Future offerings, community engagement, and what Gertrude wants to create next

This episode is a love letter to the entire experience, not just the polished launch photos, but the rain, the setbacks, and the heart-opening moments of truth.

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In this soul-expanding episode, I sit down with artist, composer, writer, and TEDx speaker Gregg Stewart to explore creativity as both a path of healing and a lifelong act of becoming. From music to novels, parenting to presence, Gregg invites us to step into our creative selves with curiosity, compassion, and the audacity to do it anyway.

We talk about the emotional labor of sharing your truth on a TEDx stage, the fear and joy of co-parenting, and the inner transformation that comes with giving yourself permission to create. Gregg's wisdom is both practical and poetic, and this conversation is a love letter to creative expression in all its forms.

• (01:55) The magic of sharing the TEDx stage and how Gregg ended up the “wild card”
• (06:00) Gregg’s journey through music, writing, film, and his upcoming novella
• (10:10) Creativity as a form of subconscious processing and personal truth-telling
• (13:45) The deeper value of creativity beyond capitalism and performance
• (17:05) Why you don’t need to be a professional to benefit from a creative life
• (22:30) How fear and curiosity helped Gregg stay connected to his daughter after divorce
• (29:20) The radical parenting lesson of meeting your child brand new each time
• (34:00) Creative expression as an antidote to self-judgment
• (37:40) Letting go of childhood wounds around singing, art, and voice
• (41:25) Reclaiming joy in creativity after years of disconnection
• (45:50) The power of community, reflection, and staying open to being surprised
• (50:10) Why presence, not polish, is the soul of all creative work
• (54:20) How art helps us mother ourselves and meet the moment with heart

Gregg's philosophy reminds us that creativity is not about perfection - it’s about presence, honesty, and the willingness to show up for ourselves and each other.

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In Part Two of our conversation, Jen Pastiloff shares from the beating heart of her new book, Proof of Life - a work that was birthed through grief, trauma, beauty, and a fierce devotion to truth. This episode is a masterclass in living unfiltered, trusting the body, and speaking the unspeakable.

We go deeper into her creative process, the limitations of traditional wellness spaces, and what it means to parent while unlearning self-abandonment. Jen offers an invitation not to perform or perfect, but to pause. To feel. To say what is real.

This conversation is for the humans who are doing their best to stay in their bodies and live from a place of honest belonging.

• (01:55) Why she almost didn’t give her TEDx talk and what happened next
• (05:30) Her relationship to voice, silence, and speaking from the body
• (09:35) Why she tells her son: “You can be mad at me and I still love you”
• (14:20) The energetic power of writing and her new book Proof of Life
• (18:35) How she reclaims motherhood, worthiness, and creative identity

Jen reminds us that healing is not about fixing what’s broken — it’s about remembering who we are underneath the noise.

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In this deeply embodied conversation, I speak with Jen Pastiloff - bestselling author of On Being Human, creator of the Shame Loss Movement, and a radically honest voice in the world of healing and presence. Jen brings her whole self to the mic: her deafness, her grief, her humanness, and her fierce belief in truth-telling as a path to freedom.

In Part One of our conversation, we trace Jen’s journey through early loss, chronic self-doubt, and the internalized belief that she had to hide or perform her way through life. We explore the beauty and brutality of becoming present in a body, and what it means to bear witness to others without fixing or fleeing.

This episode is for anyone learning to stay. To grieve. To listen. And to belong.

• (02:10) Jen’s experience growing up with hearing loss and how it shaped her worldview
• (06:35) Why she calls herself a “listener” instead of a teacher
• (13:12) Her early grief after losing her father and how it shaped her longing
• (19:45) The origins of the Shame Loss Movement and the audacity to take up space
• (27:20) Her writing and workshop work as acts of presence and permission

Jen invites us into the sacred messiness of being human, reminding us that shame cannot survive being spoken, and that our bodies are wise, worthy places to come home to.

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In this raw and powerful episode, I sit down with Allie Casazza—author, coach, and founder of the “Becoming Her” movement—for a deeply honest conversation about the messy, miraculous process of breaking open and rebuilding.

Allie shares her journey from building an 8-figure business rooted in minimalism to experiencing a profound unraveling of her personal and professional life. We talk about the self-betrayal that can accompany success, the silence of shame, and how illness, burnout, and trauma cracked open the parts of herself that had long been hidden.

What emerged from that dark night of the soul is not just a new business model, but a new way of living, parenting, and leading—with truth, presence, and deep self-respect.

• (01:00) How Allie built a massive brand while suppressing her truth
• (05:45) The illness and emotional fallout that came from not speaking up
• (11:15) Navigating divorce, trauma, and the unraveling of her identity
• (17:00) Her breaking point, and how she rebuilt her inner world
• (23:20) The healing power of hypnotherapy, EFT, and energetic work
• (29:45) Choosing truth over performance in parenting and business
• (36:10) Living the mother code in real time with her four kids
• (42:25) Rewriting everything and reclaiming her power as a woman and creator

Allie reminds us that being a good mother isn’t about perfection—it’s about presence. It’s about modeling healing, honesty, and the courage to become who you truly are.

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In this episode, I sit down with Nina Mongendre—author, guide, and family constellations practitioner—for a deeply spiritual and nourishing conversation on inner child healing, ancestral connection, and reimagining the healing journey through archetypal wisdom.

Nina shares her path from Kundalini yoga teacher and spiritual seeker to integrating shamanic practices, constellation work, and ancestral healing in a more embodied, emotionally attuned way. We discuss her forthcoming book Reclaiming Your Inner Child: A Journey of Childhood and Ancestral Healing, and how the journey of self-mothering begins with reuniting with the parts of ourselves we’ve left behind.

From creating her oracle deck to guiding others through “The Chamber of the Mother,” Nina’s work is a loving invitation to approach our pain with reverence, creativity, and compassion.

• (00:55) Nina’s background and upcoming book Reclaiming Your Inner Child
• (05:20) Her personal journey through spiritual dogma and rediscovering embodiment
• (12:40) The importance of emotional honesty and working with grief
• (18:10) Family constellations and the power of witnessing our inner child
• (25:30) How to approach healing safely and creatively through symbolism and objects
• (31:45) Archetypes of the Magical Child, Divine Child, and historical inner child
• (36:50) The “Chamber of the Mother” as a sacred, liminal space for healing
• (41:00) Rethinking the Hero’s Journey and embracing the wisdom of our shadow

Nina reminds us that true healing isn’t about bypassing or perfection—it’s about remembering who we are, creating sacred containers for change, and meeting our inner children with awe and tenderness.

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In this deeply personal solo episode—recorded exactly two weeks before the release of my first book, Rewrite the Mother Code—I invite you into the tender and powerful space I found myself in as I prepared for one of the most meaningful transitions of my life.

Now, as the book officially launches into the world, this recording captures the rawness, the reverence, and the inner preparation that took place behind the scenes—not just for the celebration, but for the becoming.

This episode is not about the party. It’s about what this moment represents. It’s about remembering the deeper meaning, the sacredness of showing up fully, vulnerably, and lovingly.

I reflect on what it means to mother myself through this threshold, how I’m calling in ancestral and collective support, and how I’m living out the very code I’ve spent years rewriting.

This book is a labor of love. A ceremony. A summoning.

And this episode is an invitation—to bear witness, to pause, and to join me in honoring this sacred passage.

• (00:54) Why the book launch feels like a wedding—and why it matters
• (03:14) What self-mothering looks like in real time before a major milestone
• (06:18) Reclaiming emotional transparency and giving ourselves permission to feel
• (08:51) Setting intentions for connection, intuition, and creative flow
• (12:42) Why nothing can “ruin” what’s already perfect in love and presence
• (16:14) How this book is encoded with meaning, love, and a call to rise

This episode is for anyone about to cross a threshold, anyone who’s been holding something sacred inside and is finally ready to bring it to the world.

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In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Julia Krankl—a Harvard-educated physician, UCLA-trained psychiatrist, TEDx speaker, author of The 21st Minute, and mother—for a deeply enriching conversation on mental health, emotional wellness, and the complex, sacred unraveling of the postpartum experience. Dr. Krankl brings both clinical insight and lived wisdom to our dialogue, drawing from her extensive training and personal journey.

Julia shares insights from her new book, The 21st Minute: Everything You Wish Doctors Explained About Mental Health, a resource she created to empower individuals with accessible, practical tools for navigating their emotional lives. We explore the inspiration behind the book’s title, the reality of postpartum anxiety, and the essential role of community when raising children.

Together, we dive into how perfectionism impacts parenting, the truth about emotional regulation, and how being “good enough” is more powerful than perfect.

• (02:15) Julia’s TEDx experience and forming instant community
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• (08:47) The origin and purpose of The 21st Minute
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• (16:22) What we’re getting wrong about postpartum mental health
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• (22:50) Why emotional regulation is key to parenting and healing
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• (34:18) Rewriting the perfectionism code as mothers
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• (45:12) How the “village” model of parenting can change everything
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Julia reminds us that mental wellness isn’t about perfection—it’s about honesty, self-awareness, and giving ourselves permission to grow through the process.

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