Ever feel like you’re the only mom who loses her cool? In this honest and empowering session, attachment expert and therapist Eli Harwood reveals why “monster mom mode” happens to all of us—and how compassion, not shame, is the real path to connection and repair. Discover the science behind parental overwhelm, the surprising power of self-acceptance, and practical steps to break the cycle of guilt. If you’ve ever wondered how to be a “good enough” parent in a messy world, this conversation will leave you feeling seen, supported, and ready to try again. Press play to join the Not Perfect Parent Club! Get the Basic Pass to watch and/or read each speaker session for free through Sunday, October 12th. Upgrade to the All-Access Pass for ad-free listening on a private podcast feed, + lifetime access to all content visual, audio, and written. FREEBIE for all: Mastering Your Calm class This webinar helps parents learn the skills needed to regulate ourselves so that our children can borrow our calmness when they are in a state of distress or dysregulation. BONUS raffled off to All-Access Pass Holders: Raising Securely Attached Kids book Eli Harwood is a licensed therapist, author, creator of the social media platform @attachmentnerd, and mom of three on a mission to help make the world a more secure place one parent-child relationship at a time. FOLLOW ON IG WEBSITE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ever wonder if it’s possible to feel joy—even when life is at its hardest as a mother? In this life-changing session, Dr. Tanmeet Sethi opens up about facing unimaginable challenges as a mom and what she has learned about feeling joy alongside the pain. Dr. Sethi will also teach science-backed, practical ways we as mothers can move thorugh hard times bette with joy--yes, joy--along for the ride. This session will help you discover why joy is an act of resistance, how to find hope in the hardest moments, and practical steps to reclaim your aliveness—no matter what you’re facing. Get the Basic Pass to watch and/or read each speaker session for free through Sunday, October 12th. Upgrade to the All-Access Pass for ad-free listening on a private podcast feed, + lifetime access to all content visual, audio, and written. FREEBIE for all: Your Integrative Physician newsletter on Substack BONUS raffled off to All-Access Pass Holders: Joy is My Justice book Tanmeet Sethi, MD is an Integrative and Psychedelic Medicine Physician, activist, author, and TEDx speaker who has dedicated her career to care for the most marginalized patients as well as global communities traumatized by manmade and natural disasters as senior faculty for The Center for Mind Body Medicine. Her first book, Joy Is My Justice, (Hachette, 2023) is a radical call to claim Joy as our birthright and the deepest liberation we can know. She is a Clinical Professor at the University of Washington and a primary clinical investigator there on the sacred plant medicine, psilocybin. FOLLOW ON IG WEBSITE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Are you stuck in the “martyr mom” cycle—sacrificing everything, yet feeling unseen and unfulfilled? In this session of the More for Moms Conference, Rachel Nielson gets real about how our good intentions can go awry, why so many women feel trapped by “shoulds,” and how a simple shift—owning your choices and uncovering your true values—can transform your daily life. If you’re ready to break free from burnout and rediscover what makes you feel alive as a person AND as a mom, this conversation is your starting point. Get the Basic Pass to watch and/or read each speaker session for free through Sunday, October 12th. Upgrade to the All-Access Pass for ad-free listening on a private podcast feed, + lifetime access to all content visual, audio, and written. FREEBIE for all: Voice Your Values Guide BONUS raffled off to All-Access Pass Holders: Flecks of Gold Journal for moms Rachel Nielson is the host of the top-ranked parenting podcast, 3 in 30 Takeaways for Moms, which has had over 10 million downloads from mothers all over the world. Each 30-minute episode offers three actionable takeaways to help moms overcome overwhelm and find more magic in motherhood. Rachel lives in the beautiful mountains of Idaho with her husband, two children, and beloved dog. FOLLOW ON IG PODCAST WEBSITE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Are you stuck in survival mode, wondering if there’s more to motherhood than endless giving and guilt? In this candid conversation, Brandi Sellerz-Jackson shares the hard truths and gentle encouragement every mom needs to hear. Discover why thriving—not just surviving—is possible, how to reclaim your joy outside of motherhood, and the surprising ripple effect it has on your family. This is the session for you if you’re ready to feel seen, inspired, and curious about what’s next. Get the Basic Pass to watch and/or read each speaker session for free through Sunday, October 12th. Upgrade to the All-Access Pass for ad-free listening on a private podcast feed, + lifetime access to all content visual, audio, and written. BONUS raffled off to All-Access Pass Holders: On Thriving: Harnessing Joy Through Life's Great Labors Brandi Sellerz-Jackson is a storyteller, birth and postpartum doula, turned life doula, and the creator of Not So Private Parts. Initially created as a women’s lifestyle blog, Not So Private Parts has evolved into a resource removing the shame and stigma surrounding women’s issues. Sellerz-Jackson is the co-founder of Moms in Color, a Black mom collective centered around celebrating diversity in the motherhood space.She has been featured in Oprah Daily, USA Today, Essence, and MOTHER, The Tamron Hall Show, among other outlets. Sellerz-Jackson lives in Pasadena, CA with her husband, Jon; their three boys, Jax, Jedi,and Jupiter; and their labradoodle, Chaka. FOLLOW ON IG WEBSITE NEWSLETTER Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In our pursuit to find happiness, we may think we have to be anxiety-free. What if that weren't the case? In this eye-opening session, therapist Kimberley Quinlan shares why embracing anxiety—rather than fighting it—can actually empower moms to live more fully in the here and now. Discover the surprising reason anxiety exists, how to break free from self-judgment, and ways you can feel both anxious and happy at the same time. If you’re ready to let go of perfection and find fulfillment in the messiness of motherhood, this conversation will change the way you think about your own “hard things" and show up in a new way. Get the Basic Pass to watch and/or read each speaker session for free through Sunday, October 12th. Upgrade to the All-Access Pass for ad-free listening on a private podcast feed, + lifetime access to all content visual, audio, and written. FREEBIE for all: Anxiety Top Hits Playlist BONUS raffled off to All-Access Pass Holders: Self-Compassion Worksheets Kimberley Quinlan is a licensed marriage and family therapist in the state of California and the founder of CBTschool.com, an online mental health education platform. Specializing in anxiety disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder, depression, and body-focused repetitive behaviors, she provides one-on-one treatment and online courses for those who are struggling in these areas. Kimberley is the author of The Self-Compassion Workbook for OCD and the host of Your Anxiety Toolkit Podcast, a podcast listed by The New York Times as one of the top 6 podcasts to calm your anxious mind, provides compassionate, science-based based tools for anxiety, OCD, depression, and BFRB’s. FOLLOW ON IG PODCAST WEBSITE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A warm welcome to the More for Moms Conference! Watch to learn why this conference exists and what to expect. Go to the next lessons to get tutorials on how to move through the Conference and where to find what. Thank you for being here! Get the Basic Pass to watch and/or read each speaker session for free through Sunday, October 12th. Upgrade to the All-Access Pass for ad-free listening on a private podcast feed, + lifetime access to all content visual, audio, and written. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Recovering perfectionist Kolbie Blume shares how she moved from fear and external validation to creative flow—starting with hand lettering, falling for watercolor, and learning self-compassion. If perfectionism has stalled your art, writing, or podcast, this convo will help you choose process over outcomes and finally start. Listen to the full episode here: https://www.aboutprogress.com/blog/how-perfectionism-is-getting-in-your-waySign up as a Supporter to get access to our private, premium, ad-free podcast, More Personal. Episodes air each Friday! More for Moms Conference Leave a rating and review Check out my workshops! Follow About Progress on YOUTUBE! Book Launch Committee Free DSL Training Full Show Notes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This monthly series features an episode sharing my recent highs and lows, how my habits are going, a Do Something List update, plus what I'm loving lately and my commitments for the upcoming month. I hope this glimpse into my life, my family, my work, and my own self development encourages you in your own journey. Around here the goal is never perfection, just to keep trying, even if in very simple ways. I think you'll see that with all of the big changes going on for me, taking the smallest of steps has helped to keep me afloat and feeling like myself. As always, I encourage you to get messy, too! FINAL CALL to get on the waitlist for Italy: https://www.femalefoodie.com/food-tours/aboutprogress/ Sign up as a Supporter to get access to our private, premium, ad-free podcast, More Personal. Episodes air each Friday! More for Moms Conference Leave a rating and review Check out my workshops! Follow About Progress on YOUTUBE! Book Launch Committee Free DSL Training Full Show Notes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
I used to think that a true "habit person" had the perfect routine lined up every day without a hitch, but that's not reality. Life is unpredictable, and being flexible is crucial. From rethinking my morning routine with five kids in different schools to embracing the early wake-up calls from my toddler, alterations are unavoidable. It's a reminder that being a habit person is more about adaptability than rigid schedules. By learning to honor the needs of each day—whether that's managing unexpected changes or giving grace to myself—I discovered that progress isn’t about having it all together. Instead, it’s about continually adjusting and finding what works in the moment, recognizing that everyone has to revamp routines as life shifts. WATCH the DITL here: https://youtu.be/B7_I-bMgNVM Sign up as a Supporter to get access to our private, premium, ad-free podcast, More Personal. Episodes air each Friday! More for Moms Conference Leave a rating and review Check out my workshops! Follow About Progress on YOUTUBE! Book Launch Committee Free DSL Training Full Show Notes This episode is brought to you by goPure Beauty, get 25% off @goPure with code PROGRESS at https://www.goPurebeauty.com/PROGRESS #goPurepod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Struggling to get along with your parents as an adult? Learn why differentiation spikes when you become an adult, how to swap judgment for empathy, and the exact conversation skills that move relationships from parent–child to adult–adult. Listen to the full episode here: https://www.aboutprogress.com/blog/how-to-get-along-better-with-your-parents Sign up as a Supporter to get access to our private, premium, ad-free podcast, More Personal. Episodes air each Friday! More for Moms Conference Leave a rating and review Check out my workshops! Follow About Progress on YOUTUBE! Book Launch Committee Free DSL Training Full Show Notes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In a conversation that originally aired on my private podcast feed, I spoke with my podcast manager, Taylor, about our personal experiences with multi-level marketing (MLM) companies. We delved into the icky factor of being approached by acquaintances with business propositions and the wider implications of these ventures. While these experiences did provide some social benefits and occasional income, they also left a cringey aftertaste. Despite the mixed feelings, I don't regret my forays into MLMs. They taught me a lot about sales, personal value, and authenticity. I've grown since then, understanding the importance of being true to myself and my audience. If you're curious to learn more about this subject make sure to check out my most recent deep dive! Sign up as a Supporter to get access to our private, premium, ad-free podcast, More Personal. Episodes air each Friday! More for Moms Conference Leave a rating and review Check out my workshops! Follow About Progress on YOUTUBE! Book Launch Committee Free DSL Training Full Show Notes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Chanelle shares practical, mom-tested strategies to build a morning routine that survives nap schedules, night wakings, and real life—no perfection required. Listen to the full episode here: https://www.aboutprogress.com/blog/creating-a-morning-routine-that-works-with-chanelle-neilson-of-the-moms-who-know-podcast Sign up as a Supporter to get access to our private, premium, ad-free podcast, More Personal. Episodes air each Friday! More for Moms Conference Leave a rating and review Check out my workshops! Follow About Progress on YOUTUBE! Book Launch Committee Free DSL Training Full Show Notes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Our identity influences our behavior and vice versa, creating a cycle that can elevate or drag us down. By focusing on how we see ourselves and affirming the identity we aspire to, we interrupt negative patterns and cultivate growth. It's a transformative tool not only for my kids (I explain in the episode!) but for anyone seeking to improve their lives. Identity is indeed the key to unlocking potential. Sign up as a Supporter to get access to our private, premium, ad-free podcast, More Personal. Episodes air each Friday! More for Moms Conference Leave a rating and review Check out my workshops! Follow About Progress on YOUTUBE! Book Launch Committee Free DSL Training Full Show Notes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In a recent coaching call with Sheila we explored the challenges she faces at a career crossroads. After overcoming cancer, Sheila is determined to return to work part-time, yet faces employer resistance to her accommodations. Together, we addressed her fears of ageism and the struggle to find fulfilling, part-time work. Sheila's journey illustrates the power of letting fears inform wise actions without controlling us. By preparing for age bias and embracing her teaching passion, she's opening herself to new opportunities. In moments of reflection, I encouraged Sheila to ask: "Am I doing what I can? Can I be proud of myself?" This approach helps transform fear into possibility, and can inspire you, too, to confidently navigate personal crossroads and assert your worth. Sign up as a Supporter to get access to our private, premium, ad-free podcast, More Personal. Episodes air each Friday! More for Moms Conference Leave a rating and review Check out my workshops! Follow About Progress on YOUTUBE! Book Launch Committee Free DSL Training Full Show Notes This episode is brought to you by goPure Beauty, get 25% off @goPure with code PROGRESS at https://www.goPurebeauty.com/PROGRESS #goPurepod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Licensed therapist and sleep expert Christine Lawler shares the surprising connection between sleep and mental health—including postpartum depression, anxiety, and burnout. In this powerful conversation, we break down why sleep isn't just self-care—it's survival. If you've been stuck, exhausted, or told “this is just adulthood,” this is the wake-up call you didn’t know you needed. Listen to the full episode here: https://www.aboutprogress.com/blog/christine-lawler-sleep-training Sign up as a Supporter to get access to our private, premium, ad-free podcast, More Personal. Episodes air each Friday! More for Moms Conference Leave a rating and review Check out my workshops! Follow About Progress on YOUTUBE! Book Launch Committee Free DSL Training Full Show Notes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The start of high school was a major leap for my daughter with special needs, magnified by her transition from a charter school. We both faced heightened anxieties about fitting in and managing sensory challenges. Our preparation included school visits and crafting a mental touchstone for her: to look for glimmers of light amongst potential darkness, akin to stars in a big, open night sky. If you're navigating your own tough transitions, remember that seeking glimmers can be a powerful tool. Whether it's finding brief moments of support from friends, appreciating a compliment, or small personal victories, these glimmers can help guide you through. Thank you for being part of this collective progress, and may you find your own glimmers in the midst of challenges. Sign up as a Supporter to get access to our private, premium, ad-free podcast, More Personal. Episodes air each Friday! More for Moms Conference Leave a rating and review Check out my workshops! Follow About Progress on YOUTUBE! Book Launch Committee Free DSL Training Full Show Notes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ever feel like you're always last on your own to-do list? With the start of a new school year, it’s the perfect chance for us moms to shift that narrative. In a conversation with Mia Hemstad, we delved into the vital role of self-care in reclaiming our time and energy. Mia's "four B's" framework encourages us to thoughtfully prioritize our needs, whether that means indulging in a favorite show or finally scheduling that doctor’s appointment. By investing in ourselves, not only do we enhance our own well-being, but we also enrich our ability to support those around us. Let’s start this school year by putting ourselves at the top of our priority list. Past Episode with Mia Hemstad: https://www.aboutprogress.com/blog/self-care-to-support-yourself-when-you-dont-feel-like-yourself The 4B Self-Care Framework Guide: https://www.miahemstad.com/guide Sign up as a Supporter to get access to our private, premium, ad-free podcast, More Personal. Episodes air each Friday! Get on the waitlist for Italy! Single traveler survey here. More for Moms Conference Leave a rating and review Check out my workshops! Follow About Progress on YOUTUBE! Book Launch Committee Free DSL Training Full Show Notes This episode is brought to you by goPure Beauty, get 25% off @goPure with code PROGRESS at https://www.goPurebeauty.com/PROGRESS #goPurepod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Struggling with reactivity or feeling out of control? In this powerful clip, Monica Packer explains the science behind deep breathing and introduces a simple, 10-second practice that can help you create space between trigger and reaction. Learn how to use your "response gap" to reclaim calm, control, and alignment—one intentional breath at a time. Listen to the full episode here: https://www.aboutprogress.com/blog/how-to-be-less-reactive-and-more-in-control Sign up as a Supporter to get access to our private, premium, ad-free podcast, More Personal. Episodes air each Friday! Get on the waitlist for Italy! Single traveler survey here. More for Moms Conference Leave a rating and review Check out my workshops! Follow About Progress on YOUTUBE! Book Launch Committee Free DSL Training Full Show Notes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This monthly series features an episode sharing my recent highs and lows, how my habits are going, a Do Something List update, plus what I'm loving lately and my commitments for the upcoming month. I hope this glimpse into my life, my family, my work, and my own self development encourages you in your own journey. Around here the goal is never perfection, just to keep trying, even if in very simple ways. I think you'll see that with all of the big changes going on for me, taking the smallest of steps has helped to keep me afloat and feeling like myself. As always, I encourage you to get messy, too! Sign up as a Supporter to get access to our private, premium, ad-free podcast, More Personal. Episodes air each Friday! Get on the waitlist for Italy! Single traveler survey here. More for Moms Conference Leave a rating and review Check out my workshops! Follow About Progress on YOUTUBE! Book Launch Committee Free DSL Training Full Show Notes This episode is brought to you by goPure Beauty, get 25% off @goPure with code PROGRESS at https://www.goPurebeauty.com/PROGRESS #goPurepod; and by Fearless Finance, chat with a planner for free to make sure it’s a good fit, and you’ll get $50 off your first planning meeting when you use the code PROGRESS at fearlessfinance.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Today I'm talking about the importance of acknowledging our desire for more in life without guilt or fear. As I work with my coaching clients, I've noticed that many women struggle with embracing their wants, fearing it makes them appear ungrateful or selfish. I'm thrilled to launch the inaugural More for Moms Conference, a free virtual event featuring 25 inspiring speakers who are also moms, sharing their insights into areas like happiness and health. This conference aims to empower mothers to seek more fulfillment and progress. Wanting more isn't just about obtaining what we desire; it's about embracing who we genuinely are. So, I invite you to consider what you truly want more of in life and pursue it with courage, knowing it's okay to strive for more. More for Moms Conference: https://www.aboutprogress.com/moreformoms Guide for More: https://www.aboutprogress.com/more Sign up as a Supporter to get access to our private, premium, ad-free podcast, More Personal. Episodes air each Friday! Get on the waitlist for Italy! Single traveler survey here. More for Moms Conference Leave a rating and review Check out my workshops! Follow About Progress on YOUTUBE! Book Launch Committee Free DSL Training Full Show Notes This episode is brought to you by AirDoctor, use code MONICA at http://airdoctorpro.com/ for up to $300 off air purifiers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Amy Pleickhardt
These podcasts are filled with so much goodness!!!! Monica is smart, organized, and well spoken. I get so much out of every single one of her podcasts. She is also super relatable and friendly which makes her podcast my #1 go to! Thank you for sharing your time and talents with all of us Monica! You are enriching all of our lives one podcast at a time! ❤
Amy Barrett
I have been listening to Monica for several years. I even met her once in the wild and she felt like a friend I already knew from listening to her podcasts. She is real and vulnerable with herself to help her listeners open up to become the best version of themselves. She was just as genuine in person. She has helped me to realize settling for mediocrity is not enough and in addition to her well researched and educated self she has awesome expert guests on the podcast to help give new ways of improving different aspects of her listener's lives. Being an About Progress listener has definitely helped me improve my life and reach for more. Thanks, Monica!
ID20062239
Thank you Monica for all of your dedication and hard work in creating such well rounded and insightful content on your podcast. I really enjoy every episode you put out 🙏
Cami Hurst Petersen
I was surprised in this podcast that questions I had or anger I have worked through in my own faith crisis weren't touched on, but I also love how individual we all are. So... thank you for sharing! this was beautifully done and so interesting to listen to. I even cried at once point, when it hit so close to home.
Rachel Turnbow Harris
Monica, thank you for having the courage to be vulnerable and to share your experiences. I could feel your love for Christ as well as people that are trying their best to follow him. Thank you for your words.