Are your kids bottling up their feelings—or are you?In this powerful conversation, children’s author and parenting advocate Angela Legh joins Alysia Lyons to unpack the hidden cost of emotional repression, how childhood trauma shows up in adult behavior, and why “putting on a brave face” does more harm than good. They explore healing triggers, modeling emotional expression, and how we can rewrite the stories we were handed—starting with ourselves.Whether you're navigating parenting challenges, trying to heal your own inner child, or just curious about what emotions really are trying to tell us, this episode will leave you with tools, insights, and a whole lot of heart.Subscribe for more real-talk parenting, emotional healing, and mindset support.🎧 Mentioned in this episode:– The Body Never Lies by Dr. Alice Miller– Angela’s children’s book series and TV show Unfiltered Parenting– The tool: “Feel, Name, Allow” for emotional processing🔗 Connect with Angela:https://www.angelalegh.com✨ ABOUT ME:I'm Alysia Lyons, a certified life coach helping moms release guilt and overwhelm, reconnect with their intuition, and parent from a place of peace.🌐 Learn more: https://alysialyons.com📞 Book a Peace Alignment Call: https://alysialyons.com/align🔔 Don’t forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and click the BELL 🔔 so you never miss an episode of Imperfect Mommying!

In this episode, I welcome Shari Pierce—retired special education teacher, author, and sibling of an adult with developmental disabilities. With over 30 years in the classroom, Shari shares practical life skills for parents and teachers, stories from her career, and powerful advice on how we can better support and include people with intellectual disabilities.We explore:* Why inclusion matters in schools and at home* How to talk to your kids about disabilities* Lessons from teaching hands-on life skills* What Shari learned growing up with a disabled siblingThis conversation is a must-watch for parents, educators, and anyone wanting to raise compassionate kids.📘 Find Shari’s book: Life Skills – A Handbook for Parents and Teachers of the Intellectually Disabled on Amazon & Barnes & Noble✨ ABOUT ME:I'm Alysia Lyons, a certified life coach helping moms release guilt and overwhelm, reconnect with their intuition, and parent from a place of peace.🌐 Learn more: https://alysialyons.com📞 Book a Peace Alignment Call: https://alysialyons.com/align🔔 Don’t forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and click the BELL 🔔 so you never miss an episode of Imperfect Mommying!#SpecialEducation #ParentingTips #DisabilityAwareness #Inclusion #LifeSkills #ImperfectMommying

In this episode, I sit down with Lee Friedman—former lawyer, mom of two, and founder of Mango Tree Travel—to talk about how she transitioned from a 15-year legal career into the world of family travel entrepreneurship.Lee shares how motherhood changed her perspective on travel, how COVID reshaped her career path, and what inspired her to build a resource for parents who want to enjoy traveling with kids (yes, it’s possible!).We also talk about:✨ The unexpected journey from law to lifestyle freedom✨ Why parenting didn’t come naturally—and how travel helped✨ Real-life advice for moms navigating career changes✨ How to make family vacations less stressful and more meaningfulIf you're a mom juggling kids, a career pivot, or dreaming of your next family getaway, this episode is for you.Connect with Lee:www.mangotreetravel.comhttps://www.instagram.com/mango_tree_travel/🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell for more inspiring conversations with real moms.👇 Drop a comment: Have you ever considered switching careers after becoming a mom?✨ ABOUT ME:I'm Alysia Lyons, a certified life coach helping moms release guilt and overwhelm, reconnect with their intuition, and parent from a place of peace.🌐 Learn more: https://alysialyons.com📞 Book a Peace Alignment Call: https://alysialyons.com/align🔔 Don’t forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and click the BELL 🔔 so you never miss an episode of Imperfect Mommying!#MomLife #FamilyTravel #MomEntrepreneur #CareerChange #ImperfectMommying #TravelWithKids #LeeFriedman #MangoTreeTravel #MomPodcast #AlysiaLyons #ImperfectMommy

Feeling like you're messing up as a mom? You're not alone—and you're not doing it wrong. In this powerful conversation, I sit down with marriage and family therapist Lynda Martin to talk about the messy, beautiful truth of parenting without a manual.

We dive into:

✔️ Why no parenting book fits every child

✔️ How to balance flexibility with consistency

✔️ What Lynda’s own daughters taught her about love, repair, and being “good enough”

This episode is full of wisdom, laughs, and the reminder that imperfection is part of the job. Whether you're navigating toddler meltdowns or tween emotions, this one’s for you.

Connect with Lynda:

https://www.relationshipindecision.com/

https://www.instagram.com/attached.therapy/

https://www.facebook.com/Attachedny

✨ ABOUT ME:

I'm Alysia Lyons, a certified life coach helping moms release guilt and overwhelm, reconnect with their intuition, and parent from a place of peace.

🌐 Learn more: https://alysialyons.com

📞 Book a Peace Alignment Call: https://alysialyons.com/align

🔔 Don’t forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and click the BELL 🔔 so you never miss an episode of Imperfect Mommying!

#ImperfectMommying #ParentingPodcast #TherapistMom #MomLifeTruths #PeacefulParenting #GentleParenting #MomGuilt #YoureNotDoingItWrong

Ever feel like you're walking on eggshells trying to manage your child's big emotions? Especially when you're running on empty yourself?In this episode, I welcome Samantha Foote—board-certified music therapist and parent consultant for families with neurodivergent kids. We talk about emotional regulation, the power of music to shift moods, and how parents can stay steady during the storm of a meltdown.You’ll walk away with actionable strategies for supporting your child and yourself—like creating playlists for emotional transitions, using body doubling during overwhelming tasks, and breaking down instructions for better follow-through. Whether your child has ADHD, autism, or is simply sensitive to the world around them, this conversation offers real tools and a big dose of empathy.🎧 Tune in and learn how to “get curious, not furious”—and why your energy sets the tone for your home.Connect with Samantha:Instagram: www.instagram.com/everybrainisdifferentFacebook: www.instagram.com/everybrainisdifferentTiktok: www.tiktok.com/everybrainisidfferent✨ ABOUT ME:I'm Alysia Lyons, a certified life coach helping moms release guilt and overwhelm, reconnect with their intuition, and parent from a place of peace.🌐 Learn more: https://alysialyons.com📞 Book a Peace Alignment Call: https://alysialyons.com/align🔔 Don’t forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and click the BELL 🔔 so you never miss an episode of Imperfect Mommying!#parentingneurodivergentkids #emotionalregulation #musictherapy #imperfectmommying #momlife #adhdparenting #meltdowntips #gentleparenting

Are you struggling with emotional or physical health issues that just won’t seem to improve? In this episode of Imperfect Mommying, Kristine Genovese reveals how unresolved emotions and trauma can manifest as physical ailments, and how you can heal them through energy work. Kristine shares the powerful Soul Intelligence Method, which helps uncover the root causes of illness by releasing stuck energy from the body.We discuss the science behind energy healing, how emotional wellness is directly connected to your physical health, and why self-care is crucial for moms to maintain balance and well-being. Kristine offers insight into how her method partners with functional medicine to transform lives and how you can begin your own healing journey today.In this episode, you’ll learn:* How emotional energy affects your physical health and how to release it* The mind-body connection and why it’s key to your wellness* Practical tips for moms to improve self-care without guilt* Why energy healing is essential for long-term health and emotional balanceKristine also talks about her bestselling book, Healing Through Soul Intelligence, and shares tips on reconnecting with your passions, especially for empty nesters.Ready to unlock the power of energy healing? Tune in and start your transformation today!Subscribe for more holistic health tips, emotional wellness guidance, and self-care strategies for moms!For over 25 years, I specialized in corporate growth and turnarounds, uncovering the hidden patterns, negative energy, and dysfunction blocking success. I streamlined people, processes, and technology to create optimal outcomes. I’ve taken that same passion for transformation and channeled it into a revolutionary and inspired mission: empowering healthcare professionals and healers to reclaim their well-being and revolutionize how they heal others through the SOUL INTELLIGENCE® Method.As a conscious leadership executive, wellness enthusiast, and newly initiated spiritual gangster, I teach energy-based trauma release and root-cause healing that sparks lasting transformation—mentally, emotionally, physically, spiritually, and energetically. With SOUL INTELLIGENCE® as the ultimate biohacking tool, we’re helping thousands align with their Higher Selves, heal completely, achieve their goals, and make an even greater impact.This isn’t just about individual breakthroughs; together, we’re transforming healthcare into a holistic, balanced, and empowered system that serves everyone. Ready to join the movement and become a holistic hero? Let’s make the world healthy and vibrant—one soul at a time!Connect with Kristine: FB: Kristine GenoveseIG: KristineMGenovesekristine@soulintelligencemethod.com#MomHealing #energyhealing #SoulIntelligence #SelfCareWithoutGuilt #holistichealth #emotionalwellness #ImperfectMoming #healingjourney #mindbodyconnection #energywork #functionalmedicine

Feeling disconnected from your kids? In this episode of Imperfect Mommying, I welcome psychologist and author Suanne Lewis to explore how *mindful parenting* and *effective communication* can create deeper connection, especially in today’s fast-paced, tech-heavy world.

Suanne shares her four-step approach for *how to talk so kids will listen*, including practical communication tools like reflective listening, open-ended questions, and mindful presence. We also talk about the impact of COVID on social development, parenting in the digital age, and simple ways to reconnect with your child—no matter their age.This conversation is packed with support for overwhelmed moms, emotional support for mothers, and mindset coaching for moms who are craving more presence, peace, and real connection with their children.

Dr. Suanne Lewis is a psychologist, author, T'ai Chi Chih and Yoga instructor, wife, mother, and dog enthusiast! Suanne focuses her writing on teaching tales designed to challenge her readers to explore positive values, mindfully observe their environment, develop greater self-awareness, and build relationships.Dr. Lewis worked with individuals and groups ranging from children to seniors. In her extensive therapy work, she used storytelling to help people effectively learn about themselves and the world.

She practices yoga, T’ai Chi Chih, and qigong daily. Suanne became a certified trainer/teacher of yoga and T’ai Chi Chih to help her clients better learn to “embody” focused attention, relaxation, balance, and overall wellness. She lives a healthy lifestyle, spending time in nature and using her observations as material for her teaching tales.

Connect with Suanne:

Website https://www.4stepsconnect.com

Facebook Profile URL https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100094524753181

LinkedIn URL https://www.linkedin.com/in/suanne-lewis-26849768

Youtube Profile URL - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfOe-lLOxR_kza7GRVzGBXg

https://4stepsconnect.ck.page/podcast-gift ** a gift for listenershttps://author.amazon.com/books

✨ ABOUT ME:I'm Alysia Lyons, a certified life coach helping moms release guilt and overwhelm, reconnect with their intuition, and parent from a place of peace.🌐 Learn more: https://alysialyons.com📞 Book a Peace Alignment Call: https://alysialyons.com/align🔔 Don’t forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and click the BELL 🔔 so you never miss an episode of Imperfect Mommying!✨

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Feeling stretched thin, stuck in guilt, and trying to do it ALL? You’re not alone. In this episode of Imperfect Mommying, I welcome Christy Gamir—a therapist turned mom coach—who shares her personal and professional journey through burnout, working motherhood, and what it really takes to release the pressure of being “perfect.”We dive into the emotional weight moms carry, from unrealistic expectations to lost community support, and how shifting our mindset (especially dropping the word should) can change everything. Whether you're juggling a demanding career, managing motherhood solo, or simply feeling overwhelmed by it all—this conversation offers real talk, relief, and practical tools.Christi is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in New York State, a National Certified Counselor and a Coach for Moms. She is a mom of two kids who are 8 and 4 years old. Christi has worked in community mental health settings for nearly 10 years in therapist and management positions before opening a private therapy practice. After the birth of her first child, Christi learned just how hard it was to juggle the challenges of parenthood with a demanding career. This was exacerbated when her second child was born, bringing about it's own unique set of difficulties. Since then, Christi has transitioned into coaching where she uses what she learned through personal experience and her work as a therapist to help other stressed out moms with demanding careers to overcome burnout so they can feel more connected to their spouse and kids without guilt and resentment Christi currently resides in Syracuse, NY with her husband and two children. When she's not working or driving her kids to their many activities, she enjoys spending time with friends, being outside and watching Survivor with her husband.Connect with Christi: 🔗 Find Christy at: www.christigmyrcoaching.comFacebook: Christi Gmyr Coaching🧡 Join her community: Thrive As a Career-Driven Mom - https://www.facebook.com/groups/careerdrivenmomsInstagram: @career_driven_moms✨ ABOUT ME:I'm Alysia Lyons, a certified life coach helping moms release guilt and overwhelm, reconnect with their intuition, and parent from a place of peace.🌐 Learn more: https://alysialyons.com📲 Want support in releasing guilt & overwhelm?: https://alysialyons.com/align🔔 Don’t forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and click the BELL 🔔 so you never miss an episode of Imperfect Mommying!#momcoaching #momsupport #workingmomlife #singlemomsupport #overwhelmedmom #HealingForMoms #ImperfectMomming #YouDeservePeace #NoMoreMomGuilt #motherhoodunfiltered 💛 Keywords:mom burnout help, how to do it all as a mom, overwhelmed mom support, mindset coaching for moms, parenting tips for single moms, how to ask for help as a mom, mom guilt and peace, emotional support for mothers, how to stop trying to do it all, practical self-care for moms, building a mom support system, time management tips for moms, single mom