In this solo episode, I take you on a late-night, unfiltered journey of change, courage, & choosing myself—even when it’s hard.

I recorded this one from my car after going to an open mic alone for the first time in almost seven years. I’m eating Taco Bell, hitting my vape pen, & reflecting on everything that’s shifted in my life—divorce, motherhood, personal evolution, & the messy but real work of showing up for myself.

This episode is me being honest about what it looks like to step into my own power while navigating uncertainty.

I talk about showing up alone as a newly single woman & performing at an open mic, even when the room was almost empty. It was nerve-wracking, but liberating. That night reminded me that finding your voice often means being uncomfortable—& leaning into it anyway.

I share what life looks like right now—living with my mom & my kids, helping my family while my mom’s husband battles cancer, & juggling all the responsibilities that come with being a mom, daughter, & someone trying to rebuild her own life. It’s hard, but it’s also shown me how resilient I am.

I open up about my mental health journey, including therapy, medication, & learning how to prioritize myself while living with bipolar disorder & anxiety. Healing isn’t linear, & I want to normalize that seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness.

I talk about reducing my dependency on substances, including cannabis, as part of my personal evolution. These changes didn’t come from shame—they came from self-awareness & a desire to show up fully for myself & my kids.

I also touch on my soon-to-be ex-husband & why love alone wasn’t enough to sustain our marriage. Choosing my mental health & well-being over expectations wasn’t easy, but it was necessary. I hope it encourages you to examine your relationships honestly, too.

I share a sweet moment with my kids eating Lunchables in our camper. It’s simple, but it felt grounding & joyful—a reminder that stability & happiness aren’t about perfection; they’re about presence, care, & creating safe spaces for the people we love.

From this episode, I hope you take away that:

• Growth often starts in discomfort
• Prioritizing your mental health is essential
• Letting go can be an act of love
• Choosing yourself doesn’t make you selfish—it makes you stronger
• Joy can be found in the smallest moments
  

If you’re navigating change, redefining yourself, or learning how to show up fully, this episode is for you.

Raising resilient teens isn’t about control, perfection, or fixing every problem — it’s about letting go, setting healthy boundaries, and staying emotionally present when things get messy.

In this episode, Jacquelynn Cotten sits down with parenting coach Randi Crawford to talk honestly about what parents of teens and tweens are facing today: emotional overwhelm, overparenting, pressure to perform, blended families, sports stress, and the fear of getting it wrong.

Together, they break down how parents can stop reacting, start responding, and raise confident, emotionally capable teens without losing connection or burning themselves out.

• What it really means to raise resilient teens
• Why letting go helps teens build confidence and independence
• How to set boundaries without controlling or micromanaging
• Why teens release emotions at home — and how to handle it calmly
• The long-term damage of overparenting and constant fixing
• How to stay present during teen emotional outbursts
• Parenting through divorce, blended families, and major transitions
• How listening builds trust more than advice or discipline
• Why resilience is built through struggle — not rescue

“The greatest gift we can give our kids is independence.”

“We’re not first reactors — we’re first responders.”

“Your child is not a reflection of you.”

“Stop fixing. Start listening.”

• Parents raising teens or tweens
• Moms feeling reactive, exhausted, or overwhelmed
• Families navigating blended households or big life changes
• Parents wanting to raise resilient, confident teens
• Anyone looking for realistic teen parenting advice
  
  

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Your pelvic floor is not a mystery—it’s a masterpiece of support, sensation, and stability that quietly shapes how you move, pee, and experience pleasure. We sit down with Heather Florio, CEO of Desert Harvest, to demystify the “hammock” of muscles that holds your organs, why tension often masquerades as strength, and how to fix pain without making it worse. From birth recovery to everyday stress, we map the signals of dysfunction—leaking, painful sex, low back aches—and share practical ways to release first, then rebuild.

Heather brings two decades of global education and research to the mic, translating clinical insights into everyday steps. We talk pelvic wands and why glass can be a cleaner, safer choice than silicone. We unpack tantric-informed breath and sensory pacing to calm the nervous system and increase orgasm quality. We even challenge a common myth: sometimes Kegels are the villain if your floor is already too tight. Consider this your toolkit for resolving hypertonicity, finding comfort, and restoring confidence.

Then we get chemical: vaginal pH and osmolality. You’ll learn why an isoosmolar lubricant around 290 mOsm/kg protects your epithelial barrier, how many popular lubes overshoot into tissue-damaging territory, and how to spot red flags on labels. We cover FDA clearance, biome-matched washes and wipes, smarter strategies for recurrent UTIs, and new, chemical-free period wear designed from aloe-based fabrics. Along the way, we tackle sexual shame, advocate for pelvic PT as standard prenatal care, and share ways to raise kids with body literacy and consent as their compass.

If you’re ready to replace confusion with clarity—and pain with possibility—this conversation gives you science you can feel. Subscribe, share with a friend who needs it, and leave a review with your biggest takeaway so we can keep these essential conversations flowing.

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