
Good Morning Mimosas
By Cheryl Bare
Each week, I explore different topics on growth and development, connection, and stories that will inspire you.


What the Huck is going on?
This episode is a condensed storytime, and very true retelling of about two weeks of chaos that leave you head scratching and thinking 'What the Huck is going on??' it certainly made me ask that. Also, I share some tips on how to move forward when your life is being slammed by continuous waves of hardship and stress.

Pageant
In this episode, we meet with a pageant queen, Kat Pinkham, who shares truths and explores myths about the pageant world. This episode has opened my eyes to so many wonderful ways the pageant world has an impact on communities and people through bringing light to important social causes, empowering participants through self-discovery, and creating opportunities for growth.

Love Series: Magnetic
In the final episode of the Love series, Lilli and I discuss the characteristics of the Magnetic woman stereotype. Have you ever walked into a room where someone has an exuberant energy? In this episode, you will learn all about how to cultivate that magnetic energy.
Series Guest Speaker: Lilli Bewley is a Feminine Dating Coach with over a decade of experience in personal development. Currently, her mission is to help women date with confidence so that they can find epic, magnetic, and extraordinary love.

Love Series: Goddess
In the third episode of the Love series, we discuss the Goddess woman archetype. Are you the kind of woman who has success in a lot of areas of your life and appears to have it all going on on the outside? Do you have a friend who sounds like this woman but still is craving that magnetic love relationship to bring the final piece of fulfillment in her life? Join Lilli Bewley and I for a discussion on the Goddess woman.
Lilli Bewley is a Feminine Dating Coach with over a decade of experience in personal development. Currently, her mission is to help women date with confidence so that they can find epic, magnetic, and extraordinary love.

Love Series: Fortress
In the second episode of the Love series, we dive deep into the Fortress woman archetype. Does your heart have a wall around it that resembles the Great Wall of China? Do you know someone who does? This conversation with Lilli is the one for you. Grab a mimosa and join in!
Guest Speaker: Lilli Bewley is a Feminine Dating Coach with over a decade of experience in personal development. Currently, her mission is to help women date with confidence so that they can find epic, magnetic, and extraordinary love.

Love Series: Chill
This episode kicks off a four-part Love series with our fan favorite guest speaker, Lilli from Season 2. This episode dives into the 'Chill' woman archetype. Are you a 'chill' woman or a supporter of one? This episode is for you!
Guest Spotlight: Lilli Bewley is a Feminine Dating Coach with over a decade of experience in personal development. Currently, her mission is to help women date with confidence so that they can find epic, magnetic, and extraordinary love.

Healthy
Welcome back to the podcast, Mimosas! This episode dives into the behind the scenes wrap up of season 2 and kick off of season 3. Cheryl discusses the theme of season 3 and my word of the year - healthy! You will also get a sneak peak of what's to come with a preview of the much anticipated love series.

The Southeast Tour
In this episode, we get the behind the scenes look at how a super planner turns a trip into a tour. There are a ton of traveling tips, hacks and stellar longterm outcomes from this adventure. Please join us on this Southeast Tour of the United States recap!

Mimosa questions - answered!
In this episode, we answer our most common questions asked by our Mimosa community!

Things I Wish I Knew Sooner
Hindsight is 20/20 right? So I decided to share tips and ideas that would have been helpful to my younger self in the professional world, beginning life as a military spouse, and navigating relationships and growth in my own personal life. Maybe some of my woes will resonate with others and help to motivate you on your own journey.

Brat Ambition
In this stand along episode we talk with Kimberly McKay. Kim is a partner in an all-brat film company ‘Brat Legacy Films.’ She shares insights into her latest project in production a documentary called Brat Ambition. This documentary focuses on what life is like through the eyes of military brats; exploring their struggles and triumphs in the life of a military family.

Solutions for stress
In our final episode of the stress series we get right down to some solutions. If you are looking for a healthier way to process bad stress, tune in to this episode!

Good and Bad Stress on the System
This episode, is the second of our three-part series on stress with our guest speaker, Genoa Hartman. Genoa breaks down what classifies a system, how family dynamics absorb or react to different types of stress, and ways to help frame your mind for success.

Good & Bad Stress on the Individual
Join us for a three part series about STRESS.
In this first episode, we have the fan favorite guest speaker from Season 1, Brittany Soule, discussing both the good and the bad sides of stress on an individual. This episode will help shape a healthier perspective on how you perceive and process stress. Let's talk about how we can normalizing stress, recognizing both benefits and cons, and the impact of stress in our lives and on our bodies.

SOAR
In this episode, I sit down with guest Hillary Daecher, the author behind the book SOAR! We discuss her personal journey to becoming an author and the persistence it took to make her dream a reality. Hillary's first book SOAR is about a shy Ruby-throated hummingbird named Ramone and his incredible journey of taking his first flight. This is the perfect story for anyone who is going back to school or might need a little inspiration to be brave enough to take the next step.
Hillary currently lives in Lititz, Pennsylvania with her husband, two kids, and two dogs. She has always dreamed about becoming a published writer. Hillary's dreams came true with the successful publication of SOAR! Her next book "The Nightmare Bug" is set to release in September 2022.

How to Support a Move
In the final episode of the "On the Move" series, we discuss how to support a move as a family member, friend, yourself (if you're the one moving) and as a mimosa.

Lost my Car in Idaho
This kicks off the third episode of the moving series where we discuss my PCS to Japan.
Grab some popcorn and join us for this hilarious, off-the-rails personal PCS story. From Philadelphia, to Missouri, to Japan I recount light-hearted tales and horror stories of my cross country road trip that ends with my move around the globe. Oh, and how I lost my car in Idaho.

Mimosas on the Move
For the second episode of the moving series, I bring in my whole mimosas team to discuss our recent moves. Coincidently, my team and I have recently completed the process of moving or are currently preparing to move. This episode showcases different types of moves from PCSing, temporary moves to support family, and diving into home buying process in a competitive market. We each share tales from our moving experiences and different perspectives on things that worked great, the parts that didn't go so well, and some food for thought of how we each survived the process.

Packing with Fire
About this week's guest: Jess is a CPA, military spouse, peloton enthusiast, true crime junkie, who loves food, adventure, and travel.

Extraordinary Love
In this episode, guest speaker Lilli Bewley, Feminine Dating Coach with over a decade of experience in personal development explains how she went from just surviving in life to thriving in love and purpose. Currently, her mission is to help women date with confidence so that they can find epic, magnetic, and extraordinary love. Want to find out how dating can be fun again after a divorce or even in your 30s & 40s (even if you have been single forever?) Join us to find out more about finding extraordinary love!
**Content warning: mentions of suicidal ideations/domestic abuse**

How to be Positively Alone
In this episode, we go over healthy ways to be happy when you are alone. Whether you are single (currently not in a relationship) or your significant other is gone for work/life reasons etc. It is easy to get in a slump - so check out how to make a potentially hard time into a time to glow up and grow!

Wise Leadership
Part three of the leadership series: Sergeant major Christopher Thomas (retired) joins us for a lesson on wise leadership. Discussion points include when to use empathy versus sympathy and how to best take care of those around you. Tune in for this episode filled with inspiring real-life examples.

Inclusive Leadership
In this episode, Jeff Akin joins us for a lesson on inclusive leadership. We delve in to understanding how to become a more accepting leader and the importance of leading people with a "people first" mentality. Grab your mimosas and join us for part two of the leadership series on inclusivity.

Inescapable Leadership
In the first episode of the three part leadership series, Johnathan Morris joins me as my first guest of the series. Johnathan is a former Marine, who now works as a Soldier and Family Readiness specialist and operates his own wedding and fashion photography business in Maine.
He shares insights, leadership examples, and lessons learned from his career as a Marine and why leadership matters in the workplace. Tune in to take notes on how to avoid rocking the boat--you just might be inspired to become an uplifting leader.

Success
In this episode, Taylor Lewis defines the meaning of success. What does it mean to have continuous success? We explore sustainable ways to achieve that continuous momentum through establishing various performance routines that assist in maintaining your own personal success.

Motivation
In this episode, Taylor Lewis provides the definition, sources, and examples of motivation and how mindset is the key!

Values
Episode two of the four part sports psychology series.
This episode is all about values--where they come from, which are commonly held, and where conflicts can arise. Join us as guest speaker Taylor Lewis guides us through how to navigate different belief systems.

Beliefs
In this episode, guest Taylor Lewis, explains the nuances of sports psychology and how it can benefit both soldiers and civilians alike. We dive deep into the definition of beliefs, confirmation and negativity bias, along with the best way to navigate performances.

Journey to Four
In this episode, guest speaker Alex Moon shares her incredible journey to becoming a foster parent and adopting four children. Content warning for discussions of pregnancy and miscarriages.

All Good Things
Welcome back to the podcast!
In the spirit of the month of love, I wanted to kick off season two with stories of hope and good people doing good deeds. In this episode, Brandi and I share feel good stories that have inspired and moved us. Join us for an episode filled with acts of kindness that hopefully inspire you to keep the movement going.

Traditions Series: Camp Devil Dog
In this episode, Brandi and I wrap up the traditions series and season one (I can't believe it!!) We discuss some of our favorite traditions, tales of memories shared and give everyone a sneak peak of whats to come in the Good Morning Mimosa Podcast Community.

Israeli Traditions
In this episode, we learn about Israeli traditions from this week's featured guest Inbal Claudio. We discuss traditional dancing, food, wedding fun, religious traditions and the rich experiences Israel has to offer.

Tradition Series: Indian
In this episode, we learn about Indian traditions from this week's featured guest Mihir. We discuss favorite staple foods, holidays, and wedding traditions. We also discuss Indian mindsets and philosophies that inspire, influence, and provide important perspectives to finding happiness, harmony, and peace in life.

Greek Traditions
In this first episode of the tradition series, we will learn about Greek traditions from Alaina Todd. We get a glimpse into her lifestyle enriched from her grandparents with values and traditions that will carry over for generations to come.

Support in the Workplace
In this episode, I discuss a very personal experience that lead to the creation of this episode regarding support in the workplace. Tips on what support in the workplace should look like and how every member from executive positions to assistant positions can provide support for their fellow co-worker.

Career Changes
In this episode, I discuss career changes with featured guest Dr. Layne Harpine. We discuss five steps to changing your career and how to start the process when you are ready. Are you looking to make a career change or know someone who is? Tune in to get the details!

Resiliency
In the final episode of the literacy and resiliency series, I discuss resiliency tools for children with returning featured guest Genoa Hartmann. To close out the the series, we discuss tools and techniques that help develop resiliency in children. Hartmann also suggests more great books that can be used to teach lessons and themes of resiliency.

Know No Bounds

Literacy for the Future
In episode two of the Literacy and Resiliency series, featured guest Genoa Hartmann, provides helpful tips and resources regarding literacy for our future generations. We explore topics about the connection of literacy and early childhood development, as well as, ways to instill a life-long passion for reading.

Military Child Chronicles
In this first episode of the Literacy and Resiliency series, I sit down with Athens E. Pellegrino, a working professional, milspouse, mama, and now author. Intrigued by the strength and resiliency of military families, she shares her inspiration that lead to the creation of the Military Child Chronicles series and her first book of the series "Mission: My First PCS."

Setting Yourself Up for Success
In this episode, I share ways to set yourself up for success in your personal, professional, and social life. Cheers to tips and tricks to make life a bit easier!

Deployed Love
In this episode, we meet with two members of Deployed Love, a non-profit organization, that strives to unite deployed military members and their families by serving the military community with events that bring connection and joy to the families involved.
Want to learn more about how to help deployed service members and their families? Listen to this latest episode to hear how we can support our communities and make them stronger.

Finding Inspiration through Equine Therapy and Para Equestrian Sports
In this episode, I sit down with Veronica Gogan, a mom and para equestrian, who is pursing her dreams while living with multiple sclerosis (MS). This wonder woman is the daily dose of inspiration every Mimosa needs.

Leaders Building the Next Generation
In this final episode of the leadership series, we discuss one of the most important steps of leadership, building the next generation of leaders. Join us to learn how we can provide a nurturing work environment for the next generation.

Leaders and Their Attitude/Approach
Attitude, tone, and demeanor of a leader affects everyone. In this episode, we discuss how a leader's attitude and approach can be the game changer for those under their charge.

Leaders Know Their Teams and Themselves
In this episode, we discuss how leaders know themselves and get to know their teams. Once you have a well established team, it requires steadfast leadership to maintain success. Listen in to find tips on how to create and maintain a rock solid foundation.

Leaders and Their Environment
This is the first episode of my four episode leadership series featuring Dr. Layne Harpine. In this episode, we discuss leadership and leaders. Great leaders establish and foster a positive work environment. Want to know how to plant the seed of success for your team? Join us here!

The Spouse Angle
In this episode, we meet with the inspirational co-founders of The Spouse Angle - Natalie Gross and Andrea Scott. Natalie is the host, producer, and co-founder and Andrea is the editor and co-founder of The Spouse Angle.
The Spouse Angle was started in 2019, first as a podcast and then a broader digital news outlet, to bring trusted, relevant news to military spouses and their families. Together, they are making an incredible impact in the military spouse community.

Professional Weekending
In this episode, we will discuss what it means to be a professional weekender. Want to create a weekend experience that lifts you into the next week? Stick around to find ways to make that happen.

Balance
This is the fourth and final episode of the transition series. In this episode, we will recap the first three episodes of the series and then dive into into our last topic: balance - what it means and ways to achieve it.