by Leigh Germann, LCSW | May 20, 2026 | Podcast, Self Awareness, Self Care
So many of us moms are trying to build resilience while living completely disconnected from our own bodies. We push through stress, override exhaustion, ignore anxiety, and keep functioning until our nervous systems finally demand our attention. In this episode of...
by Leigh Germann, LCSW | May 13, 2026 | Podcast, Self Compassion
Shame doesn’t usually show up as a clear thought. It shows up as a heavy feeling that tells you you’re the problem, and it can take one messy parenting moment and turn it into a whole identity. In this episode, we slow that process down and name what’s actually...
by Leigh Germann, LCSW | Apr 22, 2026 | Podcast, Self Protection
Every mom has had that moment — the reaction that came out of nowhere, that was bigger than the situation called for, and that left you wondering what just happened inside you. In this episode, I walk you through what’s really going on when we lose it with the...
by Leigh Germann, LCSW | Apr 15, 2026 | Podcast, Self Compassion
Many moms believe being hard on themselves is the engine that drives good parenting, productivity, and accountability. But research on self-compassion shows the opposite: harsh self-talk often creates a shame spiral that clouds thinking, drains energy, and keeps you...
by Leigh Germann, LCSW | Dec 4, 2024 | Podcast
The holidays are coming and it’s time to prepare your game plan. This Encore episode will help you focus on what to say yes to and what to let go of this holiday season so you can create space for joy, connection, and a season that truly aligns with your values....
