The Root and Rise Podcast | Personal Growth, Motherhood, & Self-Love
Breanne Smith
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A podcast designed to help you root despite the challenges and rise to live the life that you deserve. My name is Breanne, and with each episode, I intend to plant some seeds of insight, help you water them with love, and send you off with a little extra light so you can Root and Rise. Personal Growth | Personal Development | Motherhood | Self-Love | Self-Care | Mental Health | Healing
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Jun 21, 2022
Stop Ignoring Relationship Red Flags: 30 Important Things to Look Out For
If you are dating, you NEED to keep an eye out for these relationship red flags. They can save you a lot of precious time, energy, money, and most importantly - HEARTACHE. You deserve to be with someone who is worthy of these parts of you - and who treats you well. Learn from my (many, many) dating mistakes and stop ignoring these relationship red flags.
Content warning: Discussion of abuse in romantic relationships
*We will discuss:*
* Exceptions to the rules in dating and relationships
* What are relationship red flags?
* How to identify dating red flags
* Important safety tips for the first date, dating, and relationships
* How to spot controlling partners
* When your partner is trying to change you
* How not to lose yourself in relationships
* Early signs of abuse
* Abuse red flags
* Different types of abuse
* What to do when you can't trust your partner
* Jealous and possessive partners
* How to tell if they are actually over their ex
* How to spot gaslighting in a relationship
* When your partner doesn't get along with your friends or family (or when your friends and family don't like your partner)
* Name-calling in arguments
* Finding out if you are compatible on a date
* Dating emotionally unavailable men
* Dating men with a fear of commitment
* What is "love bombing"?
* How to tell if you are being love-bombed
* When your date or partner doesn't respect your boundaries
* Healthy boundaries in relationships
* When you feel like you are "too much" or not good enough for someone
* Unsupportive partners
* Relationship and dating deal-breakers
* Dating advice and first date tips
* Plus more red flags to watch out for while dating!
*Episodes and Articles Mentioned:*
* *How to Stop Playing Small (And Start Living Authentically)*
* *How to Deal with Triggers*
*If you believe you might be in an abusive relationship, I urge you to contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline. You can call 1-800-799-SAFE or (7233) or text START to 88788*
*And if any of this is triggering to you, go check out my episode on How to Deal with Triggers.*
*Resources:*
* *https://www.thehotline.org/identify-abuse/** *
* *https://www.loveisrespect.org/resources/types-of-abuse/** *
* *https://www.healthline.com/health/signs-of-mental-abuse#control-and-shame**
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*You can find today's show notes on **Root and Rise Blog** or by clicking **here**.*
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*Special credit to Purple Planet Music for the background track, **https://www.purple-planet.com*
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Jun 2, 2022
7 Useful Hacks for Dealing With Toddler’s Hitting Phase (Gentle & Respectful Parenting Techniques)
*Frustrated while trying to handle your toddler's tantrums and meltdowns during the toddler's hitting phase? You are not alone. I'm sharing all of my tips and tricks for how to deal with your toddler hitting, smacking, or hurting others when they are upset.
Techniques using:
*Gentle Parenting
Authoritative Parenting
Respectful Parenting
*We will discuss:*
* *Managing your emotions and reactions to your toddler's meltdown*
* *Surviving toddler temper tantrums*
* *Not taking the blame for your child's normal phases*
* *Toddler communication tips*
* *Toddler discipline tricks*
* *Redirecting a toddler*
* *Communication with your toddler*
* *Staying consistent in your parenting*
* *Mini parent pep-talk*
* *Respectful communication with your toddler*
* *Validating your toddler's feelings and emotions*
* *Toddler behavior tips*
* *Toddler mom problems*
*Episodes and Articles Mentioned:
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* *The Challenges and Struggles of Motherhood*
* *Self-Care Ideas and Activities*
* *Taking Days Off as a Mother*
*You can find today's show notes on **Root and Rise Blog**.*
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*You can find me (Breanne) on **Instagram** as well!*
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*Special credit to Purple Planet Music for the background track, **https://www.purple-planet.com*
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May 24, 2022
6 Ways to Start Turning Your Dream Into a Reality
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*Let's talk about how to start turning your dream into your reality. Today's episode is inspired by a question submitted to my Instagram from a very sweet friend, Savannah. So consider something you want to start on and let's dive into how you can get started chasing your dream (and following your heart). You are deserving and worthy of being successful in whatever is calling to your soul.*
*We will discuss:*
* Following your dreams
* Overcoming limiting beliefs
* Common limiting beliefs holding you back
* When you don't feel good enough
* How to quit playing small
* Struggling with imposter syndrome
* Tackling feelings of imposter syndrome
* Overcoming a fear of failure
* Learning from mistakes
* Growth opportunities in mistakes and failures
* Gratitude practice for growth
* Taking the first step towards your dream
* Setting goals and actionable steps towards those goals
* How to start gaining experience and knowledge
* Being a beginner
* Understanding perfectionism
* Constantly trying to be perfect
* A pep talk for confidence
* Taking action
*Episodes and Articles Mentioned:*
* *Following Your Dreams*
* *How to Stop Playing Small and Start Living Authentically*
* *Overcoming Imposter Syndrome*
* *Why You Need a Daily Gratitude Practice to Improve Your Mental Health*
* *Continued Personal Growth in New Year's Resolutions*
* *How to Overcome Perfectionism*
*You can find today's show notes on **Root and Rise Blog** or by clicking **here**.*
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Special credit to Purple Planet Music for the background track, https://www.purple-planet.com
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May 3, 2022
The Mother Wound: How It Impacts Us and How to Begin Healing the Mother Wound
Understanding & healing the mother wound is crucial for your personal growth. It impacts your mental health, your relationships, your friendships, & your parenting. It's time to start healing yourself FOR yourself.
*We will discuss:*
* What is a mother wound?
* Resources for healing a mother wound
* Mother wound meaning
* Types of mother wounds
* Generational Trauma Cycles
* Difficult, challenging, and painful mother-daughter relationships
* Ending a mother-daughter relationship
* How the mother wound impacts us
* How the mother wound impacts relationships
* Mother wound and romantic relationships
* Attachment disorders from mother wounds and generational traumas
* Mother wound and friendships and relationships with other women
* How mother wounds impact our parenting
* The circle of security and mother wounds
* How to end generational trauma
* Breaking generational cycles
* Finding your inner child
* Reparenting yourself
* Generational healing
* Forgiving your mother and finding forgiveness with mother wounds
* Ho'oponopono
* Understanding your mother
* Resources for healing the mother wound
*Episodes and Articles Mentioned:*
* *Journal Prompts for Healing the Mother Wound*
* *Intergenerational Trauma*
* *How to Stop Playing Small and Start Living Authentically*
* *Overcoming Perfectionism*
* *Empowering Other Women (And Yourself!)*
* *Friendship Breakups*
* *Self-Care Ideas*
* *Journal Prompts*
* *Why You Need a Daily Gratitude Practice*
* *Resources for Healing the Mother Wound*
*Resources mentioned:*
* *Unmothered and Unbothered Podcast*
* *Unmothered and Unbothered Podcast Instagram*
* *Mother Wound Project Instagram*
* *Resources for Healing the Mother Wound*
*You can find today's show notes on **Root and Rise Blog** or by clicking **here**.*
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*You can find me (Breanne) on **Instagram** as well!*
*Special credit to Purple Planet Music for the background track, **https://www.purple-planet.com*
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Apr 19, 2022
How Days Off & Breaks Can Help Overwhelmed Moms Feeling Resentment in Marriage
*Let's talk about overwhelm in motherhood and resentment in marriage - because it is SUPER common. *This episode is inspired by a question from a listener - head over to my *Instagram* or *Website* to ask a question of your own. It might even be featured in an episode, like today's episode!
Here are all of my tips to help this (and every other) overwhelmed mom who is starting to build resentment in a relationship with their spouse and partner. *I have one simple solution that will benefit you, your partner, and your children*. You can thank me later.
*In this episode, we will discuss:*
* Overwhelmed in Motherhood
* Resentment in Marriage
* Stay-at-home moms and depression
* Why being a stay-at-home mom is so hard
* How being a work-from-home mom and work-out-of-home mom is also hard
* Needing a break as a mother
* Asking for help in motherhood
* Self-care in motherhood
* Burnt-out mom (aka "mommy burnout")
* Scheduling time-off
* The importance of hobbies in motherhood
* Discussing resentment in marriage and relationships
* Making requests from your partner
* Healthy Communication in Marriage as Parents
* Navigating marriage and parenthood
* Teaching your children how to care for themselves
* Self-care for moms
*Episodes and Articles Mentioned:*
* *The Challenges and Struggles of Motherhood*
* *Solo-Parenting Tips and Tricks*
* *Self-Care Ideas and Activities*
* *Postpartum Self-Care*
*You can find today's show notes on **Root and Rise Blog** or by clicking **here**.*
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*Special credit to Purple Planet Music for the background track, **https://www.purple-planet.com*
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Apr 5, 2022
7 Powerful Ways to Empower Other Women (and Yourself!)
Let's talk about why some women struggle to empower other women, how we can fix it & how we can start to empower other women (and ourselves!) Because the real change comes from within. Yes, spoiler alert, *it takes an empowered woman to empower other women* - so we will be learning how to empower ourselves!
*We will discuss:*
* How to empower yourself
* Why empowering yourself is so important
* Journal prompts for empowerment
* Empowerment in the workplace
* How to empower other women
* Why some women cannot empower others
* Real-life mean girls
* Scarcity mindset in women
* Self-care routines
* Self-love for women
* Celebrating yourself and other women
* Generational trauma from mothers, grandmothers, strong female role models
* Breaking generational trauma & generational healing
*Episodes and Articles Mentioned:*
* *Intergenerational Trauma*
* *Self-Care Ideas and Activities*
* *How to Deal with Triggers*
* *Journal Prompts for Triggers*
* *30+ Journal Prompts for Empowerment*
* *Body Acceptance During Pregnancy*
* *Daily Gratitude Practice for Mental Health*
* *Continued Personal Growth in New Year's*
* *Journal Prompts for Self-Discovery*
* *Follow Your Dreams*
*You can find today's show notes on **Root and Rise Blog** or by clicking **here**.*
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*Special credit to Purple Planet Music for the background track, **https://www.purple-planet.com*
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Mar 15, 2022
21 Tips for Better Sleep
*I’m here to give you my top tips for better sleep*. Because we all deserve that!
I’m going to tell you all about the *perfect sleep atmosphere* in your room, my *nighttime routine,* *products that I use for better sleep*, and the *gratitude exercise* I do to fall asleep each night. And stick around for the end, I’ll offer my quick fixes for better sleep on the nights that are especially challenging!
*We will discuss:*
* *Creating a good sleep atmosphere*
* *Lighting tricks for better sleep*
* *Limiting screen-time before bed*
* *Products for better sleep*
* *Blocking out light and sounds for better sleep*
* *The ideal sleep temperature*
* *Nighttime routine for better sleep*
* *Guided meditations for sleep*
* *Daily gratitude exercise*
* *Quick sleep tips*
* *Journaling before bed*
*Episodes and Articles Mentioned:*
* *Why You Need A Daily Gratitude Practice to Improve Your Mental Health*
* *18 Journal Prompts for Reflecting on the End of Your Day*
* *Baby Sleep Routine*
*You can find today's show notes on **Root and Rise Blog** or by clicking **here**.*
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*Special credit to Purple Planet Music for the background track, **https://www.purple-planet.com*
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Mar 1, 2022
18 Effective Solo Parenting Tips to Really Help You Survive
I'm giving you all of my top solo parenting tips. These have been hard-learned through many trials (and many, many errors), to help you survive this season of parenting. Whether your partner is away for business or you are a military family during deployment season, I have all of the resources and wisdom to share.
*We will discuss:*
* The difference between solo parents and single parents
* Resources for every military family during deployment
* Solo parenting as a military spouse
* Support for a military child (and military children) during deployment
* The challenges of motherhood and solo-parenting
* Having compassion for our children
* Managing depression and anxiety in motherhood
* Parenting with depression and grief
* Coping with depression and grief during pregnancy
* Lack of support in motherhood
* Feeling alone as a mother
* Asking for help in motherhood
* Feelings of failure in motherhood
* Resentment in motherhood
* Self-Care for mothers
* Self-Care for solo parents
* Support for mothers
*Episodes and Articles Mentioned:*
* *Intergenerational Trauma*
* *The Challenges and Struggles of Motherhood*
* *Self-Care Ideas and Activities*
* *How to Deal with Triggers*
*You can find today's show notes on **Root and Rise Blog** or by clicking **here**.*
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*Special credit to Purple Planet Music for the background track, **https://www.purple-planet.com*
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Feb 16, 2022
Why You Need a Daily Gratitude Practice to Improve Your Mental Health
I'm sharing my daily gratitude practice with you - the one that has helped me heal through heartaches and traumas. And the one that helps me sleep better each night. I*'m also including my favorite daily journal prompts **for free* (links below!).
But, really quick, I want to give a *trigger warning* for some of the content in this article. My past abuse is mentioned. And so is the story of someone who had been disabled from a gunshot wound. There are no details given beyond mentioning just that. *The focus is on the experience of healing after the fact.* I try to be very transparent with others, knowing some people are not in the right place to hear about subjects like these.
If you do find yourself triggered by anything brought up in this article, you might find relief in either my *Journal Prompts for Triggers* or my detailed article on *How to Deal with Triggers*. As always, I’m here for you.
*In this episode, we will discuss:*
* The benefits of a daily gratitude practice
* Daily journal prompts for gratitude
* Using gratitude to improve mental health, relationships, and overall view of life
* Promoting self-love and body image through gratitude
* Finding the silver lining
* Healing after trauma
* Healing after heartbreak
* Finding gratitude after pain, suffering, trauma, or heartbreak
* True mental and emotional resiliency
*Episodes and Articles Mentioned:*
* *Journal Prompts to Start Your Day*
* *Journal Prompts to Reflect at the End of Your Day*
* *The Beginning of Root and Rise*
* *Journal Prompts for Triggers*
* *How to Deal with Triggers*
* *Self-Care Ideas and Activities*
*You can find today's show notes on **Root and Rise Blog** or by clicking **here**.*
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*You can find me (Breanne) on **Instagram** as well!*
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*Special credit to Purple Planet Music for the background track, **https://www.purple-planet.com*
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Feb 1, 2022
A Complete Guide for How to Handle Mom Shaming
Have you been personally victimized by mom-shamers? *Let's talk about how to handle mom-shaming.* So you can move forward without them impacting your day. In this episode, we will dive deep into mom-shaming... what it is, who does it, why people mom shame, and how to handle those mom shamers.
*We will discuss:*
* What is mom shaming?
* How to tell if you've been mom shamed
* Who mom shames you?
* Why do people shame moms?
* Being shamed for:
* breastfeeding
* formula feeding
* gentle sleep methods
* sleep training
* screen time
* choosing to work vs staying at home with your kids
* how you choose to give birth
* EVERYTHING
* How to end mom-shaming
* Mom guilt is the real mean girl
* How to catch ourselves mom-shaming
* Reacting to mom shamers
* Responding to mom shame
* Rejecting mom shame
* How to deal with mom shame
* How to support other mothers
*Episodes and Articles Mentioned:*
* *What No One Tells You About Pregnancy*
* *Mindfulness in Everyday Life*
* *The Challenges and Struggles of Motherhood*
*You can find today's show notes on **Root and Rise Blog** or by clicking **here**.
Get Social!
*Follow Root and Rise Podcast on *Instagram**, **Facebook**, *and *TikTok*.
You can find me (Breanne) on *Instagram* as well!
Special credit to Purple Planet Music for the background track, https://www.purple-planet.com
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Jan 21, 2022
What No One Tells You About Pregnancy
Today we are talking about what no one tells you about pregnancy. You always hear about the beautiful parts of pregnancy - the glow, the bump pictures, building your nursery. But we are going to talk about the not-so-beautiful parts.
*We will discuss:*
* When you don't love pregnancy
* Prenatal mental health
* Struggling with depression and Anxiety while pregnant
* When your support system isn't supportive of your pregnancy
* Losing friendships during pregnancy
* People that aren't happy about your pregnancy
* Mom shaming during pregnancy
* Competition in pregnancy
* Negativity during pregnancy
* Supportive moms in pregnancy
* Feeling emotional during pregnancy
* Vivid and crazy dreams during pregnancy
* Struggling to love your body during pregnancy
* Not loving your baby bump
* Body changes during pregnancy
* Struggling with pregnancy brain
* The mental load of pregnancy
* Wives' tales during pregnancy
* Preparing for birth
* Creating a birth…
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Nov 4, 2021
How to Deal with Triggers
*Let's talk about how to deal with triggers*. I'm sure it's no surprise, but this episode comes with a trigger warning.
TW: domestic violence, intense reactions, discussion of triggers
*But first, we need to understand:*
* What is a trigger?
* What causes a trigger?
* How long do triggers last?
* How to overcome triggers
* How to deal with feeling triggered
*We will discuss:*
* Trauma and neural pathways
* Neuroplasticity
* Healing trauma
* Identifying your feelings and needs
* Finding gratitude for our trauma
* Being mindful of our reactions
* Vocalizing trauma
* Breathing techniques
* Teaching children how to deal with triggers
* Coping techniques for triggers
* Positive affirmations for when you are triggered
* Journal prompts for triggers
*Episodes and Articles Mentioned:*
* *Journal Prompts for Triggers*
* *Sharing Your Story*
* *Journal Prompts for Sharing Your Story*
* *Mindfulness in Everyday Life*
* *How to Stop Playing Small…
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Oct 21, 2021
How to Stop Playing Small & Start Living Authentically
Playing small feels safe. It feels comfortable. But we deserve more than just safe and comfortable. We deserve to be seen, heard, appreciated, and celebrated.
Let's unpack all of the challenges that come along with playing small. Along with the fears, learned behaviors, and messages ingrained in us from society. And let's learn how to stop playing small - how to live authentically in our lives. Because you deserve it.
*Topics Covered in this Episode:*
* What does playing small mean?
* Are you playing small?
* How to stop playing small
* Why we play small
* Ways women are taught to be small, weak, and quiet
* Signs you are playing small
* What people-pleasing looks like
* How to stop people-pleasing
* Tallest Poppy Syndrome
* Childhood Traumas
* Finding more gratitude
* Building a support system
* Owning your life
* Teaching kids to live authentically
* Being who you want to be
* How to live the life you want to life
* Measuring our worth from social…
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Oct 8, 2021
Sharing Your Story
TW: Discussion of domestic violence | *Sharing Your Story is intimate*. You are giving a piece of yourself to others. It's an incredibly vulnerable position to be in. But your story can change someone's life - regardless of the topic. You can inspire others, give them something to relate to, or be a source of comfort.
We might worry about what other people will think of us. How they might view or treat us differently afterward. Or maybe we are worried about a third party.
In today's episode, we will talk about why sharing our stories can be so challenging. The impact of abuse and domestic violence - and the challenges expressing ourselves after that trauma.
And we will also discuss the benefits of sharing your story with others. You will not only create a deeper connection between you and the other person, but you can both gain a new perspective.
On a more personal level, you can also find healing and strength in sharing your story.
*Topics Covered in this Episode:*
* The chall…
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Sep 2, 2021
How to Overcome Perfectionism
You can't talk about how to overcome perfectionism without first discussing what perfectionism is, what it looks like, and why we suffer from it.
Don't let perfectionism hold you back or bring you down. You deserve to believe you are good enough. And to accept that good enough really IS good enough. To be human is to be flawed - we are all flawed! But that doesn't define who we are. And it doesn't hold as much weight as you might be allowing it to.
*Topics covered in this episode:*
* What is perfectionism?
* What does perfectionism look like?
* Why do I suffer from perfectionism?
* How to overcome perfectionism
* How perfectionism holds you back
* Progress over perfection
* Accepting good enough
* Being gentle with yourself
* How to handle failure
* Loving and accepting your flaws
* Stop being self-critical
* Unrealistic standards
* Overcoming burn out
* Emotional Masks
* Overcome people-pleasing
* How social media impacts your mental health
* Setti…
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Aug 12, 2021
How Motherhood Empowers You
Your world has grown and so have you. And that doesn't have to be a bad thing! I know, motherhood is hard. In this episode, you will learn how motherhood empowers you, despite all of the challenges that it presents.
Because for all that you grieve and sacrifice in motherhood, *you will gain so much more than you could ever lose.* You may lose yourself in motherhood, but you also find yourself - a version of yourself that is strong, resilient and nurturing. It’s worth every missed happy hour, every stressful trip out of the house, and every hour of lost sleep.
And being your child’s world? That is a bond like no other. It’s the deepest love you could possibly feel. Sure, *it may bring you to your knees some days but it will expand your capacity to love.* You are someone’s comfort. Their survival. You are their home. And you’ll soon find they’ve made a home in your heart that can never be undone.
*Topics covered in this episode:*
* How motherhood changes you
* Meeting…
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Jul 13, 2021
How Motherhood Changes You
Today’s episode is an honest conversation about how motherhood changes you. It’s my hope that by sharing the darkness that I’ve found in motherhood,* it might bring some light into the darkness you might find*.
I want you to feel a sense of relief as you listen to this, realizing it’s not just you. That *you are not alone in these struggles*. Motherhood is hard. It is transformative. And as with any transformation, there is a sense of loss and a sense of gain. *It can be both good and bad.*
*Topics covered in this episode:*
* Losing yourself in motherhood
* Grieving your life before baby
* Struggling with new motherhood
* Ways to care for your mental health in motherhood
* Feeling “touched out” and overstimulated
* How your relationships change in motherhood
* What to do when friends disappear after your baby is born
* Navigating marriage after a baby
* How a baby changes your marriage
*Articles mentioned:*
* *Challenges and Struggles in Motherhood*…
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Jul 1, 2021
Embracing Motherhood : Challenges and Struggles of Motherhood
Today's episode is all about *embracing motherhood and the challenges and struggles that come along with Motherhood*!
We are talking about the challenges and struggles of motherhood. You already hear all about the joys and wonderful parts of motherhood. You are bombarded with it every time you scroll through social media or turn on your tv. But no one really talks about the hard parts of motherhood - the times you feel lost in motherhood. That's because it can be filled with so much shame. But by not talking about the difficulties in motherhood, we are just creating more shame.
Motherhood is tough. Motherhood is overwhelming. And motherhood is lonely enough as it is. We don't need to make it more lonely by keeping all of this bottled up. Let's start sharing our real experiences in motherhood - the good and the bad.
Join me in this vulnerable and raw conversation about motherhood.
*We are going to talk about:*
* What motherhood feels like
* Losing yourself in motherhood
* Soc…
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Apr 22, 2021
Becoming a Mother: The Postpartum Period
Today's episode is all about *The Postpartum Period (or Fourth Trimester)*!
You have just exhausted yourself to bring life into this world, you are healing and adjusting. Everything you know has changed. Your entire world has changed. *And that transition can be more painful than childbirth itself*. We are going to talk about:
* Loneliness in Motherhood
* Postpartum Hormones
* Postpartum Mental Health (Postpartum Depression, Postpartum Anxiety, and Postpartum Rage)
* How to accept your postpartum body (also mentioned: my episode/post on *Body Acceptance During Pregnancy*)
* And so much more!
*Articles mentioned in the podcast:*
* *Becoming a Mother | The Birth of a Mother*
* *Becoming a Mother | Pregnancy, Labor, and Delivery*
* *Body Acceptance During Pregnancy*
* *Everything You Should Know About Breastfeeding*
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You can find today's show notes on **Root and Rise Blog** or by clicking **here**.
Connect with me!
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Apr 1, 2021
Becoming a Mother: Pregnancy, Labor, and Delivery
Today's episode is all about *Pregnancy, Labor, and Delivery*!
I believe that you become a mother while you are pregnant, so we are going to start this motherhood journey there. We are going to talk about:
* How to prepare during pregnancy
* How to handle pregnancy advice
* Those wild pregnancy hormones
* What to do when you don't get the support you expected while pregnant
* How to accept your body growing and changing during pregnancy (also mentioned: my episode/post on *Body Acceptance During Pregnancy*)
* And so much more!
Then, we will dive into *Labor and Delivery*. I share my birth experience, talk about birth plans, and positive birth stories.
*Articles mentioned in the podcast:*
* *What to Put on a Baby Registry | Essential, Must-Have Baby Registry Items*
* *What to Pack in Your Hospital Bag for Labor and Delivery | Hospital Bag Must-Have Items*
* *Minimalist Hospital Bag Items*
* *Positive Affirmations for Birth, Labor, and Delivery*
* *Becoming a M…
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Mar 29, 2021
Becoming a Mother: The Birth of a Mother
This series is for all of my new moms, moms-to-be, and the curious-about-motherhood types. We are talking about becoming a mother. It’s going to be beautiful, it’s going to be raw, and above all, it is going to be real.
We are kicking off this series by talking about the birth of a mother. You are giving birth to your baby but also a new identity for yourself - a new life on both accounts. There is so much focus on the baby, but not enough on the mother. In this series, we are giving much-needed focus to mothers.
*Upcoming episodes:*
Pregnancy, Labor, and Delivery
The Postpartum Period
Embracing Motherhood
For more information, check out *www.rootandriseblog.com* and follow the podcast on Instagram *@rootandrisepodcast** *and your host, Breanne, *@breazieboo**.
*A special credit to Purple Planet Music for the background track, https://www.purple-planet.com
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Jan 15, 2021
Following Your Dreams
Here are 15 tips to help you follow your dreams. And not only that, but it will also remind you that you are worthy of achieving your dreams. Because that is the foundation!
To read the show notes or find more articles, check out www.rootandriseblog.com. Find Root & Rise on Facebook or Instagram @rootandrisepodcast and your host, Breanne @breazieboo.
Special credit to Purple Planet Music for the background track: https://www.purple-planet.com
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Jan 6, 2021
Continued Personal Growth in New Year's Resolutions
I’m here to introduce you to a new concept for your New Year resolutions: *continued personal growth*. Setting goals throughout the year instead of just once a year.
A resolution is just a promise that you make to better yourself or your life. So, why does this need to be done just once a year? We could all benefit from reflecting on our lives, habits, and choices far more than once a year! This keeps you accountable.
*In today's episode, we talk about setting a resolution for each month and allowing your goals to evolve with your life.*
To read the show notes or find more articles, check out www.rootandriseblog.com. Find Root & Rise on Facebook or Instagram @rootandrisepodcast and your host, Breanne @breazieboo.
Special credit to Purple Planet Music for the background track: https://www.purple-planet.com
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Dec 30, 2020
The End of 2020
Before we can talk about moving forward, we must first talk about letting go.
Today’s episode was supposed to be about New Year's resolutions and was intended to inspire change in your life. I kept trying to record that episode and had to keep stopping myself. Something in me kept gravitating towards the theme of letting go instead of moving forward. It makes sense though, you can’t move forward without first letting go. I mean, you can, but is it really in your best interest to keep plowing forth with all of that extra baggage? Probably not. I stopped recording and immediately pivoted. Because 2020 has taught us all about pivoting right? In this episode, we are talking about everything we need to let go as we say goodbye to 2020.
For more information, check out www.rootandriseblog.com and find the podcast on Instagram @rootandrisepodcast and Breanne @breazieboo
Special credit to Purple Planet Music for the background track, https://www.purple-planet.com.
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Sep 4, 2020
Overcoming Imposter Syndrome
Have you ever felt like an imposter in your own life? Imposter syndrome can show up in many different areas of your life. It is hard to believe that you might actually be qualified, capable, or talented enough to be where you are. *Today, we are going to talk about how to overcome Imposter Syndrome so you can root and rise!*
Topics:
* What is Imposter Syndrome
* Signs of Imposter Syndrome
* What Imposter Syndrome feels like
* Stop overthinking
* Dealing with Imposter Syndrome
* Overcoming Fear
* Release self-judgment
* Why language matters
* How to beat Imposter Syndrome
* Your self-esteem and worthiness
* How to believe in yourself
For more information, check out www.rootandriseblog.com and find the podcast on Instagram @rootandrisepodcast and Breanne @breazieboo
Special credit to Purple Planet Music for the background track, https://www.purple-planet.com.
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Aug 29, 2020
Friendship Breakup | When Friendships End
Have you ever had to let go of a friendship? Then you, my friend, have experienced the dreaded “Friendship Breakup”. Today, we are going to walk through the steps that you might experience when ending a friendship and help you find closure, to heal, and ultimately thrive. In this episode, we talk about:
- Why did the friendship end?
- Grieving the loss of a friend
- Accepting the end of a friendship
- How to get over a friendship breakup
For more information, check out www.rootandriseblog.com and find the podcast on Instagram @rootandrisepodcast and Breanne @breazieboo
Special credit to Purple Planet Music for the background track, https://www.purple-planet.com.
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Aug 18, 2020
Ending Intergenerational Trauma
Do you know what kind of traumas run deep through your family line? Let's talk about what intergeneration trauma is, the choices you have in the matter, and how these trauma cycles can end with you.
For more information, check out www.rootandriseblog.com and find the podcast on Instagram @rootandrisepodcast and Breanne @breazieboo
A special credit to Purple Planet Music for the background track, https://www.purple-planet.com.
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Aug 11, 2020
Three Reasons to Elope
Have you ever considered eloping? Eloping may not be the most traditional way to get married but for my husband and I, it was the perfect way to get married. Let’s talk about 3 reasons to elope and a bonus 6 things to consider before making the decision. *
*For more information, check out www.rootandriseblog.com and find the podcast on Instagram @rootandrisepodcast and Breanne @breazieboo
A special credit to Purple Planet Music for the background track, https://www.purple-planet.com.
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Aug 11, 2020
Body Acceptance During Pregnancy
Let’s talk about some of the ways that you can take charge of accepting (and hopefully embracing) your body during pregnancy. You will be in this changing body for 9 months, whether you are loving it or hating it. It’s better to accept it than try to fight any of the changes that outside of your control. If we can get you to a point of embracing your growing body, even better! In this episode, I will give you 5 ways to promote body acceptance, plus a bonus tip!
For more information, check out www.rootandriseblog.com and find the podcast on Instagram @rootandrisepodcast and Breanne @breazieboo
A special credit to Purple Planet Music for the background track, https://www.purple-planet.com.
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Aug 10, 2020
Mindfulness in Everyday Life
You've most likely heard about mindfulness as it has become increasingly more popular. In this episode, I will talk about the difference between reacting and responding to situations and give you 4 easy steps to practice mindfulness in everyday life.
For more information, check out www.rootandriseblog.com and find the podcast on Instagram @rootandrisepodcast and Breanne @breazieboo
A special credit to Purple Planet Music for the background track, https://www.purple-planet.com.
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Aug 10, 2020
The Beginning of Root and Rise
W*elcome to The Root and Rise Podcast, a podcast designed to help you root despite the pain and rise to live the life that you deserve. My name is Breanne, and with each episode, I intend to plant some seeds of insight, help you water them with love, and send you off with a little extra light so you can Root and Rise. *
*Today, I want to take the time and explain what Root and Rise stands for, how this podcast came about, and allow you to get to know my roots (including details that I’ve never shared before). *
For more information, check out www.rootandriseblog.com and find the podcast on Instagram @rootandrisepodcast and Breanne @breazieboo
A special credit to Purple Planet Music for the background track, https://www.purple-planet.com.
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Jul 30, 2020
Trailer
Welcome to the Root and Rise Podcast! I am here to help you root and rise so you can bloom and thrive.
My intention is to help you develop a healthy mindset through life’s challenges, so you can break through what is holding you back from growth. I want to help you root despite the challenges that life throws at you and rise to live the life that you deserve.
Throughout these episodes, we are going to be talking about everything that potentially has an impact on us while we grow, these moments that can either help or hinder in that growth process.
For more information, check out www.rootandriseblog.com and find the podcast on Instagram @rootandrisepodcast and Breanne @breazieboo
Special credit to Purple Planet Music for the background track, https://www.purple-planet.com.
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