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As women we are taught from a young age to be good girls- be nice, smart, pretty and likable. We aren’t always taught how to be truthful about what feels right for who we REALLY are. The art of expressing this truth is based on boundaries- the ones we have with ourselves, others, and how we’ve been taught to use (or not use them). Basically understanding boundaries can drastically change our relationships and our lives! On this episode Randi gets real with Terri Cole, licensed psychotherapist, boundary and relationship expert and the founder of Real Love Revolution and Boundary Bootcamp, her two female empowerment courses reaching women in over 25 countries. Terri’s strategies combine practical psychology, eastern mindfulness practices plus harnessing the power of intention to create true transformation. Get ready for some mind-blowing realizations in this episode plus go deeper into Terri’s work by joining the Boundary Bootcamp- a proven 8-week coaching program designed to uncover unhealthy boundary styles,

So many of us want a non-toxic lifestyle but have no idea where to start… in this episode we interview Sophia Gushee- mom of three and author of A to Z of D-Toxing: The Ultimate Guide to Reducing Our Toxic Exposures. Sophia takes us on her journey from yoga and health advocate to a passionate author and researcher. Sophia walks us through each part of the home and how to approach easy and impactful solutions to reduce our toxin exposure. We learned so much in this conversation and we know you will too! And don’t worry- Sophia is queen of easy and do-able solutions so you will feel empowered and ready to make changes in your own home space! 

Personal style... do you know yours and have you embraced what it wants to say at this moment in your life? Life is made of transitions, so how can your style evolve with them? In this episode, we chat with personal stylist Jenny Greenstein, founder of Your Soul Style, a platform where style meets mindfulness. Jenny knows that style isn’t surface- it’s actually quite deep. When she navigated her own pregnancy and postpartum, she connected even more deeply to her passion for working with new moms and women in transition- since then she has been guiding her clients (and all of us who follow her gorgeous instagram feed) to embrace our inner world and express it also through the external. “The alignment in the inner and outer self is critical for self-esteem and for us to live as our best selves”. We know you will love this inspiring conversation- tune in now!

When Caryn’s son was diagnosed with cancer he convinced his family to get a tattoo to mark his journey- the tattoo was of a compass that represented courage, friendship, faith and strength. This tattoo, her family's journey with cancer and the ultimate loss of her precious son, birthed Caryn’s book “Lessons From my Son’s Tattoo: Living with Resilience, Despite the Unthinkable.” Despite the unthinkable, this inspiring Beyond Mom has taken the most painful of experiences and created GOOD for other families going through similar challenges and this book shares so much of that goodness. Caryn hopes to inspire her readers to connect with their vulnerabilities to bring upon raw expression and deep healing. Grab your box of tissues for this life affirming and heartwarming discussion- its not one to miss. 

Do you ever feel like motherhood is taking you for a ride? Or are you present with it and steering the ship? In this episode, mindfulness mama mentor Hunter Clarke-Fields talks about why she started her own mindfulness practice at 27 and why it’s essential to train the mind for all parts of life, but especially for parenting. Hunter reminds us that “parenting is hard! Expect our humanity, failures and bad days happen! Mindfulness comes hand in hand with compassion!” This episode is sure to leave you feeling prepared and excited to step into your own mindful parenting experience!

How has your past transformed you into the woman you are today? How do the challenges of your past shape your capabilities in the present? Caressa Jackson was crowned Miss America 2010 and has since blossomed into an entrepreneur and mom to her son Tres. In this episode, Caressa shares with us how her journey being Miss America helped train and prepare her for event planning, where details and flexibility are the name of the game. You won’t want to miss Caressa’s gorgeous voice as she shares her talent (and favorite lullaby for her son) with Beyond Mom! 

In this week’s episode with wellness expert, mama and founder of “The MWH Method" - a platform for fitness, meditation and more,” Melissa Wood dives into a soulful conversation around what it takes to define your path, one moment at a time. Melissa takes us back to the moment she hit rock bottom and realized she needed to tune into her own voice and discover her unique offering to the world. Since then she has been on a journey of healing, courage and self-discovery. Today she can say proudly “I never imagined I could be so fulfilled by my work!” Tune in to hear more about Melissa’s wellness platform (with ideas of how you can use it this summer) as well as her much anticipated role as a mom of two!

How do you give yourself permission to be fully present as a new mom? How do you stay open to career shifts and opportunities when motherhood feels like its taking over? Markette Sheppard is a journalist and talk show host in the nation’s capital plus a children’s book author. She juggles her face forward position as a morning talk show host with being a mom to her 4 year old son. Markette is a storyteller who loves drawing out the stories that others have to share! Her book called “What is light” reminds children to find the light inside of oneself. You’ll love hearing Markette’s inspiring journey and vibrant personality- tune in right here!

Sometimes in order to really create the life that we want, we have to go through our darkness.” Primavera Salva is a spiritual speaker, teacher, yogi and mom living in New York City. Growing up in Mexico, she always felt like there was more to life than what she could touch, smell, hear and feel and started to ask bigger questions. She became curious about meditation and Buddhism. The more she learned, the more spirituality became her anchor. In this episode Primavera shares with us her fascinating journey through her own darkness and why her life is now full of so much light! We know you will get so much inspiration for transformation from this episode.

What does it take to start your dream company? How do we work closely with our best friends? And what does friendship mean to us today as adults? We interview the founders of Soul Camp, Michelle Goldblum and Ali Leipzig on the podcast! Soul Camp creates multi-day, multi-location all-inclusive wellness sleep away and day camp for adults. Campers leave their worries and iPhones behind to gather and participate in dozens of workshops, classes, and seminars that nourish their bodies, minds and spirits. In this episode we dive into how Soul Camp unfolded (what a fun and innovative story we uncovered!). We were reminded why practicing non-attachment when creating a business can leave room for surprise and more fun and why women need friendship more than ever!

We all want to know if we can really "lean in" and still be an involved and present mom. Or is it just an idea that lives on paper and not in our reality? Lisen Stromberg says yes you can! Lisen is an author, culture innovation consultant, and speaker, who says the only problem is that no one is telling us HOW to activate all these parts of our lives. All that changes in this insightful podcast interview! Lisen is a mom herself and the author of Work Pause Thrive: How to Pause for Parenthood Without Killing Your Career, a book that reveals how trailblazing women have disrupted the traditional career paradigm to achieve their personal and professional goals and how forward-thinking companies are capitalizing on their talents. Lisen shares with Beyond Mom why taking a PAUSE is imperative and how that “pause” can mean and result in many things. Regardless of your personal path, you’ll walk away from this episode empowered and informed, ready for your next move! 

In this episode we are thrilled to be featuring Ann Shoket, senior media exec and former editor-in-chief of Seventeen Magazine and CosmoGIRL. Ann is now the author of The Big Life, a book that explores the fascinating topic of creating a life you love as a woman in your 20’s and 30’s. Ann has been guiding young girls for the majority of her career and now is recognizing the need to support adults who are discovering the pressures and high stakes of the new chapters of life. Ann started hosting dinner parties to connect deeper with these women and has now spoken to hundreds of women. Ann shares with Randi what she has learned from her discussions with all types of women from millennials to high powered working moms. We find out how the way we work is shifting and in particularly how women are supporting one another. Ann and Randi also discuss how to approach life’s everyday messes and discover your grounding in the midst of it. Don’t miss this episode- it will leave you feeling inspired and ready to embrace po

What does it mean to be strong leader? What role does mindfulness play within leadership? Can you make hard choices and speak your truth with compassion? Whether we are working in the corporate world or running our own businesses, as women leaders we often struggle with finding our voice and worry about hurting or pleasing others. In this episode we are featuring Dr. Leah Weiss who is a scholar, writer and consultant specializing in the application of mindfulness and compassion in workplace environments. She teaches courses on mindful leadership at the Stanford Graduate School of Business, is a Senior Teacher and Trainer for Stanford’s Compassion Cultivation Program, founded by HH the Dalai Lama. In this conversation Dr. Weiss addresses the common patterns and stresses that women and mothers in the workforce face and how compassion for one’s self and others can lead the way to freeing yourself from these cycles. "One thing that can be really empowering is realizing that we are not alone in this struggle.

Like it or not, the media plays a huge role in the modern world. So how do we come to grips with some of the darker world news that we view as a threat? Broadcast Journalist Stephanie Sy has over 13 years of experience working overseas and in the US. She shares with us her perspective on realistic threats as well as striking the balance between protecting and educating her child. Stephanie also talks about her dream job and why she's embracing the unknown when it comes to her next career move. Tune in to hear this intriguing and informative discussion!

Jenny Powers believes that your network is your net-worth. She also knows that finding time to network as a busy entrepreneur can feel nearly impossible and even sometimes forced and awkward! That’s why she created “Running With Heels,” an invitation only series of events for women in business who want to network, be social, and make the most of their networking experience. Find out more about why networking is essential for busy Beyond Moms and all women entrepreneurs! Jenny shares tips on what it takes to launch a business and how to know if you’re on the right path. How do you know if your idea is THE IDEA? Jenny Powers breaks these questions down and so much more!

When Heather McDowell’s 2 year old son developed a taste for carbonated water, he asked for “tickle water” because of the way the bubbles felt on his tongue! A light bulb went off in her entrepreneurial mind! Heather has launched Tickle Water, a sparkling water for kids and adults alike, a brand focused on healthy hydration and natural flavors. Do you have a product idea? Heather shares the specific steps she took from having the light-bulb idea to turning it into a product on the shelves. Heather also shares some her tips for staying healthy, positive and motivated even when things get busy!

Beyond Moms know that we can’t raise our children alone - the support of a caregiver, no matter how much time is given, is essential to the entrepreneurial journey. Alene Mathurin is a mom, nanny, nanny agency owner, writer and coach, with a focus on empowering and facilitating positive relationships between families and caregivers. How do we cultivate a dynamic with our caregivers that is based on positivity, communication and mutual respect? Tune in to hear Alene’s expert tips and grounded philosophy on creating harmony at home!

More and more women are seeking job opportunities that present flexibility, income and freedom. Miriam Steketee shares with us her journey to finding this life changing job through Rodan + Fields. As a first-generation Russian American, Miriam Steketee was taught from the beginning that the American Dream could be achieved by working hard and taking chances. Now, Miriam is enjoying a balanced life as a mother and consultant for Rodan + Fields. This particular opportunity has allowed her to be her own boss successfully while being an active mom of two. Miriam shares with us her business and branding advice plus why social media is genius! Tune in to hear Miriam’s unique and fulfilling journey!

We love Well Rounded NY’s modern and stylish approach to motherhood- how did they create such an appealing brand? Founders Kaity Velez and Jessica Pallay share with us the rewarding yet challenging process of turning their vision into a reality both online and at their events and why patience is the key. Kaity and Jessica open up about their own motherhood experiences as why having a mama co-founder is so rewarding. Don’t miss this insightful and informative discussion- perfect for all women fascinated with online brands, and brand building and new motherhood!

Inten stands for intention and sati means mindfulness. In this podcast episode founder of intenSati Patricia Moreno shares how we can live each day WITH INTENTION AND MINDFULNESS. She shares how movement directly affects our lives as moms, entrepreneurs and individuals and sets us on a path of motivation and manifestation. Through Patricia’s teachings, classes, and workshops, thousands have learned how to tune into their unique calling and live fully as the person they are meant to be. Patricia also shares her personal stories as a mom of three, an entrepreneur and a traveler of the world!