After Hours With Amanda

Back for another of life and laughter we talk all things life updates after a week away and dive into the idea of a girls girl. Learning, loving, teaching, and growing how to become better humans than the hurt ones we were. Loving ourselves for our past but growing into new people who can help tiny humans create a kinder encouraging world of girls girls while still holding ourselves up to growth and empath for the past with fresh hope for the future.

In this episode, Amanda takes on a topic that has been requested over her last 3 years diving into the topic of her brother his addiction the life of that and the grief process of his physical death.

In this episode we jump into the topic of relationships and gentle reminder " don't hear what I'm not saying" but Amanda will share not only relationships tips, stories, learning (because that's a life long journey" but also helpful tips from their marital counselor and why she almost didn't make it down the aisle and what her dad had to say about it. So grab a bevie and let's get things started.

And just like that were back for Season 4! Spend this episode hearing where I went. Whats in store for season 4 and a brief preview of things to chat about this season and how we can keep ourselves from letting consumption consume us. I'm so happy you're here!

Grab a cuppa your favorite something and join Amanda for time together chatting all things therapy, inner child, surgery, and the process of pain over the last year.

Grab yourselves a cuppa of your fav and let's sit down and chat all things Disneyland and the adventure we had when the Mouse called!

If you love shoes and self-confidence grab your favorite bevie and settle if for what I hope will be a wonderful conversation.

After a 5-month hiatus, we are back and ready to share all the things. In this quick episode let's catch up, share some nuggets, and get ready for what is going to be a great season and the rest of 2023. So grab your fab bevie an lets spend time together!

In Episode 43, first things first we have to talk about all things Disney and Disneyland; I can't believe we made it happen but you know I had to share the details of how we made the magic happen! After that, we dig into the idea of focusing on the future while holding place for the Past band and being grateful for it. I share something I never have before; my pregnancy journal and to be honest I haven't cracked that thing open in so many years. I can't wait to share with you so sit back and let's chat~

Amanda

Our perspective shapes so much of what we do. Whether times are good or bad or whatever season of life what we tell ourselves matters. Just like we fuel our bodies what we feed our minds and allow in creates so much of the life we have. We can either let that be framed by others and their perspectives or create a storyline where we remind ourselves that no matter what is happening to us it can also be happening FOR US. Join us as we jump into another episode sharing life and all the things in between. As we take time to remind ourselves that being in the "process of life" doesn't dull the shine of a diamond but rather pressure creates a more precious gem. 

So excited to be back and share this all new Episode! 

I can't remember if it's week 3 or 4 but all I know is we have got to get together and chat for more than one week in a row and it's so exciting I honestly can barely believe it. This episode is special to me because we are diving into this idea of control and the fact that at the end of the day, it's one of life's greatest illusions. With everything that went down at the end of last year the feeling of having all and yet none is such a real experience and one that I wanted to share with you. So grab your cuppa whatever brings you joy and let's dive into some more time together. 

Hey Happy Humans! 

In this episode, we dive into the idea of restrictions vs restraint and what that looks like when raising tiny humans, having relationships with others as well as our relationship with ourselves and the things we care about. We dive into the idea of the present moment and hopefully take a break to listen, or finish a project but mainly spend time together as we continue to venture into this crazy thing called life. So grab your cuppa whatever brings you joy and join me for what I hope will be a meaningful conversation. 

Hello Gorgeous! We're back for another episode so grab your favorite cuppa and let's chat! In Episode 37 Amanda dives into this idea that we have become so focused on the idea of productivity whether it be our own or those around us that we might have gotten to distracted we can't see those around us and the purpose of people in our lives. We are so much more than the balances and checks of our lives as well as the check boxes that need to be filled in so many areas of our life. Regardless we're going to talk about that as well as Makeup by Mario, Lyle Lyle Crocodile, and all the things. As always, I'm so happy you're here friend! 

Where have I been the last 4 months?? What has been going on? Well, that's going to take a while to explain so grab your fav beverage or settle in for a study session, or a load of laundry as we dive deep into the last 4 weeks and I share every last detail on this hour-long episode. Because if were honest no one really likes to wait for a part 2.  I do want to say I want to include a trigger warning for this episode as we cover several topics involving food, and pain, and briefly touch on the subject of assault triggers for those of our community who would like to be prepared; I wanted to include that Trigger Warning.  I am so excited for this season and all the lessons to share as we navigate this brand new year. 

Hi Babes!

Well, we are officially 2/2 and by hindquarters are on the mend. In this episode, we dive into the idea of building trust with our tiny humans or humans in general. Because what can start as a small crack in the windshield can develop into so much more if we don't create the communication dock to return to. So join me as we chat all things Christmas decor, hemorrhoid journeys, Trader Joes Pineapple juice, and more! And as always thanks for tuning in friend!

xo, Amanda

Hi Babe! 

In this episode, we jump back in after several months away to kick things off with the holiday season. We chat all things barefoot dreams, hickory farms, and remembering to pause ourselves during the time of year that can bring joy and also pain. So come grab a cup of coffee, fold some laundry, or rock a little one to sleep and spend some time with me bestie. 

Hey Happy Humans! Were Back for another episode where we dive into this idea surrounding the "finish your plate" mentality and the "You better apologize now" mindset and how we inadvertently teach our tiny humans to not learn the skills they need to listen to their intuition and learn the skill of empathy. Come along for another rabbit trail adventure with me, myself, and I as we dive into some chit-chat and sleepy-time tea. 

It's been a minute, but we're back! I have been taking the week of socials so we are going to jump back in as y'all have been so kind sharing in my DM's and comments you've been waiting. This episode is a restart and a possible reset- she doesn't have a total point but I hope it has something for you. 

In Episode 30 we dive into the idea of Achievement culture and the toxicity it creates in the cycle of life. It starts from the womb and follows us to the tomb whether it's in early developmental skills like walking, talking, or school even as young as reading, and follows us to college, jobs, careers, etc. The idea is that we have to always be doing more, being more, and attaining more. We talk about how this hinders us not only as parents but as individuals as well. Come join us for the whole episode and also hear all about Trader Joe's new pineapple juice discovery! As always I'm happy you're here and thank you for listening. 

Did you ever grow up thinking that because your parents were adults they knew everything and the exact reason they did the things they did? That every decision they made they were doing it because they were certain and had knowledge only an adult or parent would and at some point we would reach an age and magically that knowledge would arrive for us? But as time went on and you graduated H.S., went to college, tried to find a job, figure out a career, or even got married and had kids you realized you still felt completely unsure of if everythinG you were doing you were right; like how did your parents know because if you were honest you still felt like a clueless kid? 

In this episode, we touch on the idea that the only thing we can really be certain of especially in the last 2 years is that nothing is certain and that with so many things uncertainty is the only thing we are certain of. We touch on the fact that sometimes being uncertain can put us in a place of being on the defense and what we can do to help ourselves when that happens and a fun question to ask provided once again by Blake and I's old pre-marital counselor. Regardless it will hopefully be a good time that encourages you and reminds you that I am so grateful you're here. 

Can't wait for it!

xoxo, 

Me 

AHH! You'll how happy am I to be back and kicking off a whole new year with you with new episodes dropping every Friday; honestly, why didn't we do this already?! I love that we get to kick off the weekend together. I brought my McDonalds coke to this episode so grab your favorite drink while we catch up. We're talking all the things from Therapy updates, Inner Child things, and some fun tips from our Marriage Therapist Karen we saw before Blake and I got married. Honestly; I want to get Blake on an episode so stay tuned for all that! I can't wait to spend time with you! 

It's been a hot minute! In this episode, I take some time to update you on what I have been up to and where I've been. We also talk a bit about therapy and the things I didn't know and am learning. 

In today's episode, we dive into the topic of Mental Health and the taboo stigma that still even in 2021 surrounds it in many conversations. So take a minute and come listen and possibly change your mindset on the idea of Mental Health and what we might need as indidviduals. 

In this episode, we dive into the idea of why so often people want to group Parents into categories of Friend vs Parent. Why is that a thing? What is it tied to and the choice I've made instead. I also walk through the steps I take when it comes to interacting with my tiny humans in any situation. Enjoy Episode 24 and be sure to share with someone you think will love it!

In this episode, we break down the idea that we are not the person we cant to be because of our Tiny Humans. This idea that we want to go back to who we were before kids, that in some way that person was better. We get down to the mindset behind this and the paradigm shift we need. 

As we kick off Season 2 we start things off by talking about this idea of authenticity of Self Love and how it requires empathy. This season we will be talking about all the things and keeping it as chaotic as always. 

In this episode we talk about trauma and scars and how Harry Potter changed my life. 

This week we kick off our first-ever intentional series surrounding some of my favorite Movies and Parenting Parallels as well as just life in general.  So crack open a kombucha with me and let's talk all things, Hook. 

We revisit the topic of our egos in Parenting and how this is a default setting based in the titles of how we are categorized. 

In this episode, we talk about Toy Story and dive into the question of "who do you want to be?" 

In this episode, we talk about Mrs. Wilson the GOAT of 1st grade, my Starbucks Oatmilk journey, and the most popular sayings of "Just wait till you have kids" and "Just wait till you're an adult". So let's dive in! 

In the episode, we discuss the idea that all the things we tell our tiny humans won't change what we show them. Because what we verbalize we internalize and so will they. 

Amanda shares her testimony and faith and how she lost her religion and began her relationship. 

In this episode we talk about shifting our ideas as Parents and People to not needing to be in Power but rather seeing each relationship as an opportunity to Empower our tiny people on the journey of life. 

In this episode, we touch on the topic of Spanking. There is a ton of research that shows this as an ineffective method when it comes to discipline as well as scientific reasons this can have long term effects but we don't dive into those as deeply as we touch on what motivates as in those moments and how those tie to our Egos and Other Peoples Opinons. 

In this episode, we dive into One Tree Hill and Dan Scott and so much more when it comes to why we make decisions as adults or parents. Are we trying to protect them or are we merely projecting our own wounds onto them again creating an endless cycle? 

In this episode, we dig deep into becoming first responders instead of First reactors and changing our narrative around our tiny humans and teens when it comes to their emotional development. 

Isn't it funny how we are surprised when our tiny humans don't do something we would or the way we would? I mean they aren't us... So let's talk about that a bit more. 

In this episode, Amanda enjoys a Taco Bell bean burrito & McDonald's Coke while she talks about the fact that being Resilient is something she doesn't want for kids and explains why. 

Besides delicious Danish Krinkles in this episode, we discuss my laundry and the power of other people's opinions and the Identity we give away. 

In this episode we touch on the fear surrounding Motherhood and searching for the middle ground. 

This episode focuses on the fact that when you feel underqualified to be a parent you are right; none of us are qualified. But it's time to change our thinking surrounding this. 

For this weeks, Halloween Week episode we are talking about Expectations as the invisible ghosts that haunt us.  Heads us the audio cut out for 15 seconds and I had no idea how to fix it but we're rolling with it anyways. It's just who I am LOL. 

This episode focuses on the Misconceptions about Motherhood when it comes to losing our identity as mom's but rather the idea we slowly unknowingly hand it over in an effort to somehow earn or live up to the standards we believe makes us a good mom. 

What does the show Deadliest Catch & Mom Shaming have in common? Listen to find out what is truly holding us back as women & moms in 2020.