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Life Happens with Barb & Michelle

Life Happens with Barb & Michelle

By: Michelle Maros & Barb Schmidt
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Life Happens with Barb and Michelle is your guide to navigating the twists, turns, and beautifully messy moments of life. Hosted by Barb and Michelle, a dynamic mother-daughter duo and the Co-Founders of Peaceful Mind Peaceful Life®, this podcast dives into the growth, shifts, and self-discovery that define our journeys. Together, they explore what it truly means to live authentically, strengthen mental health, embrace change, and rise after every stumble. Tune in for heartfelt conversations, insights, and inspiration to help you thrive in every chapter of your story.

Thanks so much for being with us, we love being with you and sharing life with you all! Join our YouTube community and see our episodes on video by subscribing to our channel @lifehappensthepodcast

*The information and opinions expressed in this program are for educational purposes only, are not intended as medical or other health advice, and solely reflect the personal experiences of the host and guests. You should not act or rely upon any information contained in this program without seeking the advice of a qualified medical provider. Any reproduction or rebroadcast of this program, in whole or part, is prohibited without the prior written permission of Michelle Maros™, LLC. © 2022 Michelle Maros, LLC*

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Episodes
  • Kelly Rizzo on Public Grief, Anxiety, and Rebuilding Life After Tragedy

    Kelly Rizzo on Public Grief, Anxiety, and Rebuilding Life After Tragedy
    Sep 22 2026
    On this week’s episode of Life Happens with Barb and Michelle, Barb and Michelle are joined by Kelly Rizzo, host of the podcast Comfort Food and widow of beloved comedian Bob Saget.In this vulnerable conversation about grief and loss, Kelly shares the deep love she had for Bob, the heartbreak that followed his death in 2022, and how she continues to manage her relationship with grief and the trauma she experienced processing such a loss in the public eye.Kelly also shares her personal experience of finding love again after loss, how she knew she was ready to date again, and also talks of her personal experience of choosing to live child-free. We felt such a beautiful connection with Kelly in this episode and we hope you love it as much as we do!Episode Highlights:Grief after sudden loss while grieving in the public eyeThe trauma of grief, PTSD, and the blessing of sharing your story to help othersFinding love again and the importance of not settling in relationshipsChoosing a child-free life and breaking free from societal expectations📅 Subscribe & Join Us next Tuesday for another heartfelt episode of Life Happens with Barb and Michelle! 💕🎙️ Hosted by:https://www.instagram.com/peaceful_barb/https://www.instagram.com/michellemaros/Join our community⬇️YouTube: www.youtube.com/@LifeHappensThePodcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifehappensthepodcast/Substack: https://lifehappensthepodcast.substack.com/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lifehappensthepodcastListen to our podcast anywhere→ https://michellemaros.com/podcast/🎙️ New episodes of Life Happens with Barb and Michelle are released every Tuesday✨ Available Now✨ Order Dear Friend to receive daily doses of clarity, hope, and heartfelt encouragement.💌 https://amzn.to/3Us9eqgMore on Kelly Rizzo:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kellyrizzo/?hl=enHoo.be hoo.be/comfortfoodApple Podcasts podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/comfort-food-with-kelly-rizzo/id1716987177Spotify open.spotify.com/show/5PW46ZYYpLlUCRPWn0Vfm7Acast shows.acast.com/comfort-food-with-kelly-rizzoSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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    51 mins
  • Dr. Shefali: “We are in a Cultural Parental Emergency”

    Dr. Shefali: “We are in a Cultural Parental Emergency”
    Sep 15 2026
    Have you ever found yourself thinking… I’m trying so hard to be a good parent, so why does it feel like I'm constantly struggling to connect with my child?In today’s episode of Life Happens with Barb and Michelle, Barb and Michelle are joined by clinical psychologist, New York Times bestselling author, and founder of the conscious parenting movement, Dr. Shefali. Celebrating the launch of her two newest books, Raising Conscious Sons and Raising Conscious Daughters, Dr. Shefali breaks down how parents can move away from control, fear, and projection to build authentic, meaningful relationships with their children.Dr. Shefali explores why raising children in today's digital age presents unique, unprecedented challenges for both boys and girls. She unpacks the specific pressures facing children today, and explains how parents can create healthy guardrails and boundaries. They also discuss the importance of healing your own emotional baggage, extending grace to your parenting mistakes, and showing up as a real, imperfect human.Connect with Dr. Shefali and check out her new books available now! Raising Conscious Sons available hereRaising Conscious Daughters available herehttps://www.drshefali.com/🎁 Special Offer for Our Listeners:Want to become a certified Conscious Parenting Coach? Dr. Shefali is offering an exclusive $500 DISCOUNT on her 5-month Coaching Institute program! Learn more here. CODE: 500OFFIn This Episode, We Discuss:Conscious Parenting: What it Means and How to Raise Resilient ChildrenThe Difference Between Raising Sons vs. DaughtersHow to Stop Projecting Onto and Controlling Your KidsWhy Need to Stop Using Your Kids to Feel Better About YourselfOwning Your Emotional Baggage 📅 Subscribe & Join Us Next Tuesday for another heartfelt episode of Life Happens with Barb and Michelle! 💕 🎙️ Hosted by:💕Barb Schmidt https://www.instagram.com/peaceful_barb/ 💕Michelle Maros https://www.instagram.com/michellemaros/ Join our community⬇️ YouTube: www.youtube.com/@LifeHappensThePodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifehappensthepodcast/ Substack: https://lifehappensthepodcast.substack.com/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lifehappensthepodcastListen to our podcast anywhere→ https://michellemaros.com/podcast/ 🎙️ New episodes of Life Happens with Barb and Michelle are released every Tuesday✨ Available Now✨ Order Michelle’s book, Dear Friend to receive daily doses of clarity, hope, and heartfelt encouragement.💌 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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    45 mins
  • Rewiring the Brain: The Power of Affirmations & Creating New Neural Pathways - Part 2

    Rewiring the Brain: The Power of Affirmations & Creating New Neural Pathways - Part 2
    Sep 8 2026

    Have you ever found yourself thinking—I’m stuck in old thought patterns, so how do I actually change my mind and heal from past trauma?


    On today’s episode of Life Happens with Barb and Michelle, Barb and Michelle continue the conversation in Part 2 of their Rewiring the Brain series, diving deeper into brain health, trauma, and the science of rewiring your mind. Opening up about personal experiences, including Barb navigating the traumatic emotional aftermath of a 33 year marriage and divorce, the mother daughter duo explores how unaddressed life trauma physically impacts the brain and how we can preemptively build resilience


    Barb and Michelle break down how self-talk, Claude Steele's self-affirmation theory, and positive repetition physically create new neural pathways in the brain. They unpack why the nervous system prefers familiarity even when it's painful and why positive change can sometimes feel like a threat. From moving out of survival mode into creative growth to practical daily habits that keep the brain sharp, this episode serves as an empowering guide to taking control of your internal narrative, building confidence, and rewiring your brain through repeated practice.


    In This Episode, We Discuss:

    ✨ How unaddressed trauma impacts the brain and how to build resilience through life's biggest changes.

    ✨ The power of self-talk and self-affirmation theory to physically rewire neural pathways.

    ✨ Why the brain prioritizes protection in survival mode and how to move into thriving.

    ✨ How taking action and building confidence creates new evidence for your mind.

    ✨ Simple daily practices and repetition tools to keep your brain sharp and healthy as you age.


    📅 Subscribe & Join Us Next Tuesday for another heartfelt episode of Life Happens with Barb and Michelle! 💕

    🎙️ Hosted by:

    https://www.instagram.com/peaceful_barb/

    https://www.instagram.com/michellemaros/


    Join our community⬇️

    YouTube: www.youtube.com/@LifeHappensThePodcast

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifehappensthepodcast/

    Substack: https://lifehappensthepodcast.substack.com/

    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lifehappensthepodcast


    Listen to our podcast anywhere→ https://michellemaros.com/podcast/

    🎙️ New episodes of Life Happens with Barb and Michelle are released every Tuesday


    ✨ Available Now✨ Order Dear Friend to receive daily doses of clarity, hope, and heartfelt encouragement.💌 https://amzn.to/3Us9eqg



    See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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    28 mins
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Great advice on where to start and to explore for yourself on what you want and how to continue to move forward realistically.

Excellent advice

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This podcast is truly a gift to all listeners! So happy to have found it.

A Gift To All Listeners

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I really enjoy Barb & Michelle’s Instagram and so happy that now I can listen to their podcast! I’m very close with my Mom and it’s so nice to see a Mother and daughter who have a close bond and share their thoughts and ideas for mindful living. I always say I feel like you are speaking to me through your posts! Thank you for all the great conversations and advice you give, I’m so appreciative of it all!

So happy to listen to Barb & Michelle’s podcast

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