As children we learned to be “good” and as an adult we want to be a “good” mother. But what does GOOD really mean? Essentially, being good means to make everyone happy. And to make everyone happy comes with self-sacrifice. We expend an enormous amount of energy into avoiding conflict and upset. And that comes at a big cost. Studies show that high stress, depression and anxiety are correlated with self-sacrifice. It’s time for an UPGRADE. Creating connections is a process that moves us toward feeling seen, heard and understood. It’s about feeling valued and having a sense of belonging. It’s about showing up for who we are and expressing ourselves authentically. It is only then that true connections form. The benefit of connection is THRIVING. Continue the conversation on Instagram @dianesorensen.bb https://www.dianesorensen.net/ Summer of Support: Book a call and EXPLORE POSSIBILITY: https://calendly.com/dianesorensen/clarity-call Join the FREE Lunch & Learn June 20th - TOPIC: Why Can’t They Just Listen: Keys to Effective Communication. Register here: https://www.dianesorensen.net/pl/2147672540 Join the Beautiful Behavior community for more insights and perspectives in parenting and relationship building - https://www.facebook.com/groups/1234281357530027 The Beautiful Behavior Programs will support you in setting firm boundaries that promote self-regulation, compassion and respect in all your relationships. Take the first step by booking a call here: https://calendly.com/dianesorensen/clarity-call
Welcome to a brand-new chapter — and the very first episode under the new name:Chaos to Connection: Boundaries & Breakthroughs for Cycle-Breaking Women.In this episode, I share the story behind how this name found me — not as a marketing move, but as a reflection of my own becoming.The journey began years ago with Beauty in Behavior, back when I was still teaching. It was there that I discovered that the most challenging behaviors — whether from my students or my own children — were actually invitations to grow. These moments became my greatest teachers, shaping how I saw children, and eventually, how I saw myself.When the podcast evolved into Beautiful Behavior, it mirroredanother layer of my growth — the one where I began noticing my own people-pleasing patterns, the ways I silenced myself to keep the peace, and how often I deferred to others instead of trusting my own wisdom.And now, Chaos to Connection feels like the name that truly chose me — the story of my life, really. A journey that began in chaos and continues to unfold toward deeper connection, authenticity, and truth.From the outside, not much has changed — but the energy underneath it all has. And that changes everything.This episode is an invitation to grow together — to walk the path from chaos to connection, one courageous step at a time.Reflection question:Where in your life are you being invited to move from chaos to connection?Connectwith Diane:Instagram: @dianesorensen.bbFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/diane.sorensen.589Join the conversation — share your takeaways or questions from today’s episode by sending me a message onInstagram or Facebook. I love hearing from you!Work with Diane:Diane Sorensen’s Coaching Programs are where boundarywork becomes the bridge from chaos to connection.You’ll learn to transform your triggers, lead with compassion, and create emotionally safe relationships built on authenticity, not approval.Reclaim your CALM, speak your TRUTH, and live FREE.→ Submit an inquiry or learn more:www.dianesorensen.net/contact→ Explore free guides and resources to support your growth: www.dianesorensen.net/ → Join the weekly newsletter for insights, tools, and support delivered straight to your inbox: www.dianesorensen.net/email-list
Something new is coming to the podcast. I'm taking a few weeks off while you enjoy some throw back episodes and I'll be back on Monday, November 3 with the new reveal. STAY TUNED. On this throwback episode I talk about how the seeds of “not enough” get planted. Have you ever had the thought, “I’m not good enough?” Most of us have. The “I’m not good enough” belief is woven into the fabric of our culture. It is a lack mindset.If you think you are not enough you will never have enough – not enough time, money, sleep, energy. Not thin enough, smart enough, the list goes on and on.How do we shift a culture of not enough?Awareness is the first key to creating a shift from “not enough” to “wholeness.”
In this episode I sat down with certified life coach and founder of Live Joy Your Way, Kamini Wood, for a powerful conversation about breaking free from the patterns of people pleasing and perfectionism.Kamini works with high-achievers—doctors, lawyers, and professionals who appear successful on the outside but feel disconnected on the inside. Together, we explore how these old patterns of over-doing, over-giving, and over-performing often begin as coping strategies for belonging and safety… but eventually become cages that keep us from our authentic selves.We talk about:*Why high-achievers often fall into people-pleasing and perfectionism*The deeper emotional roots behind “performing” for approval*What it really means to heal your relationship with yourself*The role of self-compassion and self-trust in breaking free*How to redefine success and live from authenticity instead of achievementKamini’s grounded wisdom reminds us that true confidence and freedom aren’t found in doing more—they’re found in remembering who we are beneath the performance. Connect with Kamini Wood:🌐 livejoyyourway.com📱 Instagram: @itskaminiood📘 Book: Live Joy Your WayConnect with Diane:🌐 dianesorensen.net📱 Instagram: @dianesorensen.bbBook a Breakthrough Session with Diane: https://www.dianesorensen.net/callThe Beautiful Behavior CoachingPrograms will support you in setting firmboundaries that promote self-regulation, compassion and mutual respect in all your relationships and parenting journey. Reclaim your CALM, discover your TRUTH, and live FREE.
This week, I welcome October—one of my favorite months—and reflect on why this season always feels like a fresh start. But I also share how the holidays, family gatherings, and “good behavior” in my childhood masked a much deeperstory: my mother’s resentment, silence, and martyrdom.Like so many women, she took care of everyone else’s needs while ignoring her own. That resentment spilled out in anger—and I passed on those same patterns to my own children.In this episode, I explore:*Why expecting others to know or meet our needs is a form of enmeshment.*How boundary work is really about knowing and meeting our own needs.*Why saying what you mean (even if it creates conflict) builds deeper connection.*How approval-seeking from our children keeps us stuck in old patterns.*The truth that cooperation comes through connection, notcontrol.*How boundaries and emotional regulation go hand in hand.This is about more than parenting—it’s about breaking generational patterns of silence, resentment, and martyrdom so we can create relationships rooted in truth, connection, and freedom.Key takeaway: What you don’t own, owns you. Boundaries are not walls—they’re the path to deeper connection.✨ Resources & Next Steps:Book a Boundary Breakthrough Session with Diane: https://www.dianesorensen.net/callConnect with Diane on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dianesorensen.bb/The Beautiful Behavior CoachingPrograms will support you in setting firm boundaries that promote self-regulation, compassion and mutual respect in all your relationships and parenting journey. Reclaim your CALM, discover your TRUTH, and live FREE.
What happens when the version of success you’ve been chasing no longer fits the life you're living?In this episode, I sit down with Lindsey Wagnon—entrepreneur, pastor’s wife, girl mom, and host of the Savvy Startup Marketer podcast—to talk aboutwhat it means to rewrite the rules of motherhood, career, and identity.Lindsey shares the pivotal moment when becoming a mother made her realize the corporate ladder she’d been climbing no longer aligned with the life she wanted to build. So she stepped off, walked away from a corporate career, and began creating a business—one intentional piece at atime—that allowed her to stay home with her baby and continue growing professionally.Together, we explore:*The myth of the “good mom” and how to rewriteyour own definition of motherhood*What it takes to trust yourself in the face ofchange*How visibility and vulnerability are necessaryparts of both business and life*Why self-trust is a muscle every mother—and woman—can buildThis is a conversation about alignment, agency, and asking a powerful question: What kind of mom (and woman) do I want to be?Whether you’re an entrepreneur or not, this episode will leave you feeling seen, inspired, and reminded that life is our business—and we get to build it our way.Connect with Lindsey:https://www.instagram.com/lindseywagnonmarketing/The Savvy Startup Marketer podcast - https://lindseywagnon.com/podcast Connect with Diane:Book a Breakthrough Session with Diane: https://www.dianesorensen.net/callConnect on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dianesorensen.bb/The Beautiful Behavior Coaching Programs will support you in setting firm boundaries that promote self-regulation, compassion and mutual respect in all your relationships and parenting journey. Reclaim your CALM, discoveryour TRUTH, and live FREE.
We often see the eye roll as defiance, attitude, or disrespect—especially from teens.But what if we can see it from another angle, something deeper?🙄 In today’s episode, you’ll hear:*What an eye roll might actually be expressing beneath the surface*How adults leak resentment the same way*A personal story about what my tone was really saying when I kept saying yes out of obligation*Why resentment shows up when we abandon ourselves*How curiosity (not correction) is key to deeper connectionThis episode is an invitation to slow down, get curious, and respond to your relationships with more presence and truth.🔗 Resources & Links:🌀 Want to work through this in your own life? Book your 90-minute Breakthrough Session here: https://www.dianesorensen.net/call📣 Know someone who needs to hear this? Send them the episode or share on social—tag me so I can thank you!🎧 Subscribe to Beautiful Behavior for more conversations like this.Follow me on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/dianesorensen.bb/Free Resources - https://www.dianesorensen.net/The Beautiful Behavior Programs will support you in setting firm boundaries that promote self regulation, compassionand mutual respect in all your relationships and parenting journey. Reclaim your CALM, discover your TRUTH, and live FREE.
What if mealtime wasn’t just aboutfood—but about connection, confidence, and caring for your mental health?In this heartfelt and empowering episode, I sit down with Whitney Cardosi, founder of Bloom Kitchen + Retreats, to explore how families can build healthier relationships with food—and themselves. From hands-on kids’ cooking classes to mother-daughter retreats and a nourishing newkitchen tool in the works, Whitney is on a mission to make dinnertime doable and meaningful.We dive into:*How food and emotional well-being are deeply connected*Shifting from meal stress to simple, soulful connection*Helping kids (and moms!) build confidence and ease around eating*Why mealtime isn’t about doing it all—it’s about being together*The power of modeling a healthy relationship with food, even while healing your ownWhether you're a busy mom juggling meals and emotions, or someone wanting to reimagine how your family connects at the table, this episode will leave you feeling inspired and grounded.🔗 Connect with Whitney:Instagram: @bloomnorthshoreWhitney’s Cookbook: https://a.co/d/9emXD9u 🌟 Want to create more connection in your own home?Book a Breakthrough Session—90 minutes of personalized support to help you move from reactivity to relationship this season. https://www.dianesorensen.net/callConnect with Diane: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dianesorensen.bb/Website - https://www.dianesorensen.net/The Beautiful Behavior Coaching Programswill support you in setting firm boundaries that promoteself-regulation, compassion and respect in all your relationships and parenting journey. Reclaim your CALM, discover your TRUTH, and live FREE.
What if boundaries weren’t walls that push people away—but bridges that bring us closer to ourselves and each other?In this episode of Beautiful Behavior, I dive deep into the truth about boundaries—what they really are, what they are not, and why they are essential for healthy, connected, and meaningful relationships.For so long, many of us have confused boundaries with control, rejection, or selfishness. But here’s what I’ve discovered: boundaries are unconditional love in action. They are the daily practice of remembering who you are and choosing that over who others want you to be.Whether you’ve struggled with people-pleasing, perfectionism, or the pressure to perform as a “good” mom, this conversation will help you see boundaries in a whole new way—one that empowers you, models self-respect foryour children, and interrupts generational patterns.Key Takeaways from This Episode:· Boundary work is the daily practice ofremembering who you are and choosing that over who others want you to be.· Boundaries are unconditional love in action, notwalls or control tactics.· Real boundaries are about what youwill do, not what others should do.· Choosing alignment over approval is thegenerational pattern interrupt our kids need.· You cannot give what you do nothave—self-respect must start with you.Quotes from This Episode:· "Boundary work is the daily practice ofremembering who you are and choosing THAT over who others want you to be."· "Boundaries are unconditional love."· "You cannot control other people, but youcan choose yourself."· "Inward is the new way forward."· "Choosing alignment over approval."Listen in, and let’s walk this journey together.Connect with Diane – Resources & Links:Book your Breakthrough Session here: https://www.dianesorensen.net/callLearn more about my work - https://www.dianesorensen.net/Follow me on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/dianesorensen.bb/Join the Beautiful Behavior Facebookcommunity for more insights and perspectives in parenting and relationship building - https://www.facebook.com/groups/1234281357530027The Beautiful Behavior Programs willsupport you in setting firm boundaries that promote self-regulation, compassion and respect in all your relationships and parenting journey. Reclaim your CALM, discover your TRUTH, and live FREE.
In today’s episode, I’m joined by the radiant Noelle Kustas—educator, mentor, community builder, and founder of Rise2Shine Co. and The Glow Up School. Known as The Spark Igniter, Noelle helps midlife mamas rediscover who they are beneath the roles they’ve carried for years and stepinto a new chapter with purpose, joy, and unapologetic self-worth.Together, we explore:*Why midlife isn’t a crisis—it’s a powerful turning point*How women lose (and rediscover) their identity in the chaos of motherhood*The myths we’ve been fed about aging and the truth about what’s really possible*The role of community and brave spaces in healing and transformation*What it means to "glow up" from the inside outWhether your kids are growing up or you're just waking up to your own next chapter, this conversation will inspire you to believe that it’s not too late—it’s just the beginning.Connect with Noelle: Instagram- @joyful_noelleFacebook - @joyful_noelleLearn more about The Glow Up School: https://glowupschool.co/homeIf this episode lit a spark in you, share it with a friend who needs to hear it too. And don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review—it helps more mamas find their way back to themselves.Links & Resources: Book your 90 minute Breakthrough Session - https://www.dianesorensen.net/offers/2AnzahKj/checkoutLearn more about my work - https://www.dianesorensen.net/Follow me on Instagram / Send me a message - https://www.instagram.com/dianesorensen.bb/Join the Beautiful Behavior Facebookcommunity for more insights and perspectives in parenting and relationship building - https://www.facebook.com/groups/1234281357530027The Beautiful Behavior Programs will support you in setting firm boundaries that promote self-regulation, compassionand respect in all your relationships and parenting journey. Reclaim your CALM, discover your TRUTH, and live FREE.
In this episode, I’m sharing what led me to say yes to this retreat, how it was inspired by a new coaching model I’ve recently been certified in—The New Relationship Blueprint—and the surprising shifts that happened when I gave myself permission to step away and tune in.We’re exploring:*Why time alone can be the most powerful relationship builder*How solitude can change your energy and restore your clarity*What I noticed about my habits, thoughts, and desires when no one else was around*And how deepening your relationship with yourself becomes the starting point for every other relationship in your lifeWhether a solo retreat feels miles away or something you’ve been craving, this episode is an invitation to get curiousabout what it means to come home to yourself.Mentioned in this episode:*The New Relationship Blueprint coaching model*My personal reflections and takeaways from mytime awayIf this resonates, I invite you to reflect on what it might look like to create a pocket of space in your own life—for rest,reconnection, and renewal. You don’t have to go far to go deep.Connect with Diane – Resources & Links:Book your Summer of Connection Breakthrough Session - https://www.dianesorensen.net/offers/2AnzahKj/checkoutLearn more about The New Relationship Blueprint: DMme on IG with – The New Relationship Blueprint https://www.instagram.com/dianesorensen.bb/Learn more about my work - https://www.dianesorensen.net/Follow me on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/dianesorensen.bb/Join the Beautiful Behavior Facebook community for more insights and perspectives in parenting and relationshipbuilding - https://www.facebook.com/groups/1234281357530027The Beautiful Behavior Programs will support you in setting firm boundaries that promote self-regulation, compassionand respect in all your relationships and parenting journey. Reclaim your CALM, discover your TRUTH, and live FREE.
In this heartfelt follow-up episode, Megan Hopp returns to Beautiful Behavior—but this time, she’s not wearing her professional hat. She’s showing up as a mama navigating the unexpected path of parenting a child with a PANDAS diagnosis.After her son’s diagnosis, Megan found herself caught in a whirlwind of appointments, protocols, and pressure. But what surprised her most wasn’t another treatment plan—it was the transformation that happened when she sloweddown and tuned in. What her son needed most wasn’t more “doing.” It was her presence.Together, we explore how presence became their most powerful parenting tool, how play helped rebuild trust, and how letting go of cultural conditioning opened the door to healing—not just for her son, but for their whole family.In this episode, we discuss:*Why a diagnosis was a catalyst for growth*How Megan learned to shift from doing to being*The role of play in rebuilding trust and connection*What happens when children are encouraged to trust their own bodies*How presence—not productivity—can be the most healing medicineWhether you’re parenting through a diagnosis, navigating uncertainty, or wondering how to show up more fully for your child, this conversation is a powerful reminder: you don’t need to have all the answers. You just need to be there. Megan joined us recently in a powerful conversation from her professional lens. In this episode, she returns in a more personal role—as a mother walking through the unexpected.Connect with Megan Hopp:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meganrhopp/Connect with Diane – Resources & Links:Book your Summer of Connection Breakthrough Session - https://www.dianesorensen.net/offers/2AnzahKj/checkoutLearn more about my work - https://www.dianesorensen.net/Follow me on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/dianesorensen.bb/Join the Beautiful Behavior Facebookcommunity for more insights and perspectives in parenting and relationship building - https://www.facebook.com/groups/1234281357530027The Beautiful Behavior Programs will support you in setting firm boundaries that promote self-regulation, compassion and respect in all your relationships and parenting journey. Reclaim your CALM, discover your TRUTH, and live FREE.
Over the generations, parenting styles have swung like a pendulum—from punishment to rewards, from “fear me” to “be my best friend,” from “you must feel bad to do better” to “you must be happy to do well.” But these extremes come at a cost.In this episode of Beautiful Behavior, we explore how the cultural shifts in parenting have left many of us confused, reactive, and unsure of what our children actually need. We unpack how steady, emotionally attuned leadership offers a grounded path forward—and why developing new skills(not defaulting to old patterns) is the key to leading our children with confidence.You’ll learn:*The hidden cost of parenting extremes*Why boundaries are more powerful than punishment or rewards*How leadership—not control or people-pleasing—is the middle path*Why empathy outshines both guilt and pressure for constant happiness*What it really means to be the emotional anchor for your child*If you’ve ever felt like you’re swinging between too hard and too soft, this episode will help you find solid ground.🔗 Connect with Diane - Resources & Links:Book your 1:1 Breakthrough Session: https://www.dianesorensen/callJoin the Beautiful Behavior Facebookcommunity for more insights and perspectives in parenting and relationship building - https://www.facebook.com/groups/1234281357530027Related Episodes:131. Parenting is Here to Grow Us, Not Define Us239. The Myth of Control: Why Focusing on Yourself First Creates Change✨ Reflective Prompt:Where in your parenting do you notice the pendulum swinging?What would a steadier, more attuned middle path look like in that moment?💬 Share the Love:If this episode spoke to you, leave a review or share it with a friend who’s trying to parent differently, too. You’re not alone—we’re in this together.The Beautiful Behavior Programs will support you in setting firm boundaries that promote self-regulation, compassion and respect in all your relationships and parenting journey. Reclaim your CALM, discover your TRUTH, and live FREE.
Summer is here, and with it comes a mix of hope and dread. We often imagine a version of summer that’s all joy, ease, and magical moments with our kids—but the lived experience rarely matches that image. If you're feeling overwhelmed, frustrated, or irritated by your children being home more… you’re not alone.In this episode, I’m naming the truths we don’t often say out loud about summer parenting. From unscheduled days that disrupt our nervous systems, to the pressure of creating connection when we don’t even like the way we feel around our kids—this conversation is a breath of fresh air.You’ll learn:*Why it’s not your kids that are the problem (even when it feels like it)*How the fantasy of the “perfect summer” createsunnecessary pressure*Why boredom isn’t bad—and how it can be a gift*What your kids really need from you (hint: it’s not more activities or entertainment)*A powerful mindset shift to move from frustration to presenceIf summer has you questioning whether you’re doing it right, this episode is your reminder that you’re not alone—and you’re not doing it wrong.Connect with Diane – Resources & Links:Book your Summer of Connection Breakthrough Session: https://www.dianesorensen.net/callThe S.T.O.P. Method for nervous system regulation: https://www.dianesorensen.net/stopLearn more about my work - https://www.dianesorensen.net/Follow me on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/dianesorensen.bb/Join the Beautiful Behavior Facebook community for more insights and perspectives in parenting and relationshipbuilding - https://www.facebook.com/groups/1234281357530027The Beautiful Behavior Programs will support you in setting firm boundaries that promote self-regulation, compassionand respect in all your relationships and parenting journey. Reclaim your CALM, discover your TRUTH, and live FREE.
In this deeply personal episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on something that shaped so much of my inner world for years—the insatiable need for approval.This isn’t just about being a “people pleaser.”It’s about the invisible belief that approval equals safety—and that without it, love and belonging might be lost.When we live like approval is oxygen, we create inner chaos.We walk on eggshells, silence our truth, and exhaust ourselves trying to be what others want.In this episode, we explore:*Why approval-seeking is more about survival than personality*How it shows up in our day-to-day (even when we don’t realize it)*The cost of saying yes when you mean no*What it takes to break free from this pattern and come back to your truth*If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, unseen, or like you’re doing it all and it’s still not enough—this episode is for you.🪞Reflection Questions:What part of you believes that being liked keeps you safe?Where have you been silencing your truth to avoid conflict?What would change if your approval was the one that mattered most?🔗 Resources & Links:Book your Summer of Connection Breakthrough Session - https://www.dianesorensen.net/offers/2AnzahKj/checkoutLearn more about my work -https://www.dianesorensen.net/Follow me on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/dianesorensen.bb/ Join the Beautiful Behavior Facebookcommunity for more insights and perspectives in parenting and relationship building - https://www.facebook.com/groups/1234281357530027 The Beautiful Behavior Programs willsupport you in setting firm boundaries that promote self-regulation, compassionand respect in all your relationships and parenting journey. Reclaim yourCALM, discover your TRUTH, and live FREE.
239. The Myth of Control: Why Focusing on Yourself First Creates ChangeDo you ever feel like no matter how much you try to manage your child’s behavior, your partner’s reactions, or the chaos of daily life… nothing really changes?In this episode, we’re breaking down one of the biggest myths in parenting and relationships: the idea that controlling everything around us will finally bring peace.Here’s the truth: real change doesn’t happen when you fix them—it begins when you come home to yourself.Join me as I share:*Why trying to control others is actually a stress response (not a flaw)*My personal turning point from burnout to breakthrough*What gets in the way of doing this work—and how to gently move through it*How focusing inward creates outward transformation in your relationshipsWhether you’re navigating tantrums, teen attitudes, or just trying to stay calm when life feels loud—this episode will leave you feeling more grounded, empowered, and connected to your own truth. If this episode speaks to you, I’d love to support you in going deeper. Book your personalized Summer ofConnection Breakthrough Session—90 minutes of compassionate, focusedsupport to help you shift from reactivity to connection. https://www.dianesorensen.net/offers/2AnzahKj/checkoutBecause the change you’re craving?It starts with you. Resources & Links:Book your Summer of Connection Breakthrough Session - https://www.dianesorensen.net/offers/2AnzahKj/checkoutLearn more about my work -https://www.dianesorensen.net/Follow me on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/dianesorensen.bb/The S.T.O.P method for practicing self-regulation - https://www.dianesorensen.net/stop Join the Beautiful Behavior Facebook community for more insights and perspectives in parenting and relationship building - https://www.facebook.com/groups/1234281357530027 The Beautiful Behavior Programs will support you in setting firm boundaries that promote self-regulation, compassionand respect in all your relationships and parenting journey. Reclaim your CALM, discover your TRUTH, and live FREE.
In this powerful episode, I sit down with Lorraine Connell—former chemistry teacher turned teen leadership coach, author, and founder of Peers Not Fears. Lorraine shares the story of her transformation from teaching formulas to fostering confidence, and how she discovered her true calling: helping teens believe in their own ability tolead.We explore how traditional models of studentleadership often send the wrong message—that only a select few are “born to lead,” and that leadership means perfection. Lorraine challenges this narrative with real stories from her work, including the heartbreaking experience of astudent leader punished for making a mistake, and the long-lasting impact it had.Together, we unpack the difference between performative leadership and authentic leadership, and why every single one of us—whether in school, at home, or at work—is capable of leading with intention, compassion, and courage.What You'll Learn:*Why Lorraine left teaching to start Peers Not Fears*The hidden pressures of performative leadership*What authentic leadership really looks like (and how we can model it)*Why leadership is not about being mistake-free, but about being human*How to help your child or teen grow confidencefrom the inside outAbout the Guest:Lorraine Connell is a teen leadership coach, educator, and the founder of Peers Not Fears, LLC. With more than 20years in education, Lorraine brings research-based leadership development to high school students, helping them grow into resilient, authentic leaders. Sheis the author of Your Voice Matters: Uncovering Your Unique Leadership, a workbook designed to empower youngpeople to lead with confidence and purpose.Connectwith Lorraine:·Website: Peers Not Fears· Instagram: @peersnotfears· Book: Your Voice Matters: Uncovering Your Unique Leadership Connect with me on Instagram or send me a message through my website:Website: https://www.dianesorensen.net/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dianesorensen.bb/Email: dsorensen@dianesorensen.netSUMMER OF CONNECTION BREAKTHROUGH SESSION: https://www.dianesorensen.net/offers/2AnzahKj/checkoutJoin the Beautiful Behavior Facebook community for more insights and perspectives in parenting and relationship building - https://www.facebook.com/groups/1234281357530027 The Beautiful Behavior Programs will support you in setting firm boundaries that promote self-regulation, compassionand respect in all your relationships and parenting journey. Reclaim your CALM, discover your TRUTH, and live FREE.
In this episode, we’re exploring a pattern so many of us carry quietly: the belief that we have to earn our worth.When “good enough” keeps shifting just out of reach, we can find ourselves stuck in a cycle of proving, pleasing, and performing—often without even realizing it.I talk about the subtle yet powerful difference between approval and validation, and how approval—when treatedas a currency for love—can shape our self-worth, our relationships, and even our parenting.You’ll hear reflections from my own life and how these patterns might show up in yours—whether it’s around appearance, achievement, money, or motherhood. Together, we’ll look at how to begin reclaiming your enoughness by turning inward: acknowledging your fears, noticing your judgments, and gently taking off the blinders that have kept you in performance mode.Because you don’t have to chase your worth. You already hold it.✨ In this episode, we explore:Why “good enough” often feels just out of reachThe difference between approval and validation—and why it mattersHow approval-seeking can silently drive disordered patterns of behaviorWhy our judgments of others often reveal our own hidden insecuritiesA compassionate path to reclaiming your inherent worthHow healing this pattern can shift how we show up as parents and partners💛 Want support with this?I’m currently offering Breakthrough Sessions—a 90-minute private session to help you:Gain clarity around one or two specific challengesUncover hidden patterns or limiting beliefsWalk away with tools and an action plan you can start implementing rightawayLeave feeling more grounded, confident, and connected to your truth🎯 Book your session here: https://www.dianesorensen.net/offers/2AnzahKj/checkoutJoin the Beautiful Behavior Facebook community for more insights and perspectives in parenting and relationshipbuilding - https://www.facebook.com/groups/1234281357530027Connect with me on Instagram or send me a message through my website:Website: https://www.dianesorensen.net/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dianesorensen.bb/Email: dsorensen@dianesorensen.netThe Beautiful Behavior Programs will support you in setting firm boundaries that promote self-regulation, compassionand respect in all your relationships and parenting journey. Reclaim your CALM, discover your TRUTH, and live FREE.
If you’ve ever felt awkward, overwhelmed, or downright terrified about talking to your kids about sex—this episode is your new best friend.Today I’m joined by Alisha Lunsford, a sex-positive educator and parent partner who helps caregivers have real, open, age-appropriate conversations about bodies, boundaries, puberty, porn, and everything in between—without shame.In this episode, we explore:*Why it’s never too early—or too late—to start talking*How to shift from "The Talk” to ongoing conversations*What to say (and what to do when you don’t know what to say)*The role of shame and how to avoid passing it down*How to talk about consent and online safety without fearWhether your child is 4 or 14, this episode will help you move from cringe to confidence—so you can become the safe, trusted adult your child needs.✨Connect with Alisha:www.instagram.com/sexpertparenting If this episode gave you insight or courage, share it with a friend and tag us—we love hearing your takeaways!RESOURCES: Learn the S.T.O.P. Method for self-regulation: https://www.dianesorensen.net/stopJoin the Beautiful Behavior Facebookcommunity for more insights and perspectives in parenting and relationship building - https://www.facebook.com/groups/1234281357530027Connect with me on Instagram or send me a message through my website:Website: https://www.dianesorensen.net/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dianesorensen.bb/Email: dsorensen@dianesorensen.netThe Beautiful Behavior Programs will support you in setting firm boundaries that promote self-regulation, compassion and respect in all your relationships and parenting journey. Reclaim your CALM, discover your TRUTH, and live FREE.
Ever find yourself lying awake wondering if you’ve messed up your kids? Or second-guessing everything you said at the playground, hoping no one judged your parenting?In this episode, we’re talking all about worry—especially the kind that creeps into parenting and leaves us exhausted, anxious, and disconnected.You’ll hear about:*Why worry feels productive (but usually isn’t)*The hidden fears underneath common parenting worries*How overthinking keeps us stuck in stress mode*The pressure to “get it right” and what to do when you feel like you’ve failed*A simple self-regulation tool (the S.T.O.P. method) to help you move from panic to presenceThis conversation is for the parents who care deeply—but are tired of living in their heads and missing the moments right in front of them. There’s another way—and it starts with offering yourself the same kindness you want to give your child.REGISTER FOR THE MOTHER-DAUGHTER ONLINE EVENT: https://www.dianesorensen.net/shared-wisdomFREE Resources:The S.T.O.P. Method: https://www.dianesorensen.net/stopJoin my newsletter for weekly encouragement and tools: https://www.dianesorensen.net/email-listLearn more about Reinvention: https://www.dianesorensen.net/reinvent-dlLet’s Connect:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dianesorensen.bb/Website: https://www.dianesorensen.net/Share this episode with a friend who worries too much—they’ll thank you for it 💛Join the Beautiful Behavior Facebookcommunity for more insights and perspectives in parenting and relationship building - https://www.facebook.com/groups/1234281357530027The Beautiful Behavior Programs willsupport you in setting firm boundaries that promote self-regulation, compassion and respect in all your relationships and parenting journey. Reclaim your CALM, discover your TRUTH, and live FREE. Take the first step by bookinga call here: https://calendly.com/dianesorensen/clarity-call