Momma’s Motivational Messages
Welcome to Momma’s Motivational Messages. It’s a podcast where I inspire Gen X women to be intentional about putting themselves first. So if you're 40+ and struggling to make your mental, physical, psychological, spiritual, professional, social and financial self-care a priority, this podcast is for you. If you're struggling with the idea that putting yourself first is selfish, this podcast is for you. If your goal is to have a healthier and happier life, this podcast is for you.
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Jan. 25, 2023
How To Avoid Burnout And Preserve Your Mental And Physical Health
Have you ever been in a situation where you were pulled in so many directions that you began to feel as though you were burned to a crisp? That’s the situation in which neonatologist Susan Landers Berry, M.D. found herself after years of being in a high-pressure job while trying to balance her career with her family and home life. Unfortunately, She found that she couldn’t handle it on her own. Take a listen. You may hear your own story in hers, and you may be able to benefit from the str
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Aug. 7, 2022
How To Fast-track Your Professional Growth Without Sacrificing Your Personal Happiness With Terry B. McDougall
Let’s face it, being promoted to a supervisory position can be both exciting and daunting. On the one hand, you feel excited about having been recognized for your experience and expertise, on the other, you can have fears about leading others in a way that will optimize their talents to advance the company’s interests. Terry says that can be a real challenge for new supervisors. This is why seeking help from a professional coach can make the process faster and get you to your goals sooner. In
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Sept. 5, 2023
The Power of Gratitude: How a Gratitude Mindset Can Boost Your Well-being
Have you ever had so many things going wrong in your life at the same time that it made you feel like there was nothing left to be grateful for? Well, I’m sure you’re not alone. We’ve all been there at one time or another, which is why it’s so important to learn how to start building a gratitude mindset. What’s a gratitude mindset? It is a state of mind that allows you to focus on being thankful for what you have instead of dwelling on what’s missing. It’s about focusing on the many things t
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Jan. 22, 2026
Fear Isn't the Problem: It's the Story You Keep Telling Yourself
In Part 2 of this three-part series, we take an honest look at the real barriers that keep midlife women and empty nesters from pursuing their passions — even when the desire is strong.This episode explores how fear, perfectionism, guilt, and emotional exhaustion quietly hold many women back after years of caregiving, responsibility, and putting others first.If you’ve ever told yourself:I don’t have timeI should be past this by nowI don’t want to failIt feels selfish to focus o
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July 6, 2026
Feeling Lost in Midlife? Your North Star Has Been There All Along
You are going through the motions of a life that looks completely fine from the outside.And yet. Something is hollow in the middle of it. Like the color has turned down a few notches. Like you are living in your life but not quite inhabiting it. Like you used to know what your life was for — and somewhere in the middle of all the giving and the doing and the showing up, that knowing got very quiet.If you have been sitting with a version of that feeling — the hollow, the grey, the vague b
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July 6, 2026
Feeling Lost in Midlife? Your North Star Has Been There All Along
You are going through the motions of a life that looks completely fine from the outside.And yet. Something is hollow in the middle of it. Like the color has turned down a few notches. Like you are living in your life but not quite inhabiting it. Like you used to know what your life was for — and somewhere in the middle of all the giving and the doing and the showing up, that knowing got very quiet.If you have been sitting with a version of that feeling — the hollow, the grey, the vague b
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June 5, 2026
When Did You Erase Yourself From Your Own Life? Professional Health
You are good at your job. You show up. You deliver. You have been doing it for years. So why does it feel like there is nothing left inside it? If you have ever felt like you are going through the motions — present in body but absent in spirit, carrying on with everything while feeling completely numb on the inside — this episode is for you. In Episode 5 of our Women's History Month series, PK names something that most women carry quietly for years without ever having the right words for it. ...
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April 23, 2026
Feeling Overwhelmed in Midlife? Your Emotions Are Trying to Tell You Something
Your Emotions Are Trying to Tell You Something: Emotional Health What if the heaviness you have been carrying — the irritability, the quiet sadness, the feeling that you are one small thing away from falling apart — is not a sign that something is wrong with you, but a sign that something inside you is finally asking to be heard? In Episode 4 of the Women's History Month Reset, PK makes the case that your emotional health is not a luxury, a weakness, or something to manage in private. It is the
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March 27, 2026
Social Wellness for Midlife Women — Why Your Friendships Are Literally Keeping You Alive
Your Tribe Is Your Medicine: Social HealthWhat if the most powerful health intervention available to you right now isn't a supplement, a workout plan, or a new morning routine — but a phone call to your best friend?In Episode 3 of the Women's History Month Reset, PK makes the case that your social connections are not a luxury. They are medicine for your mind, your body, and your spirit. And the research to back that up is more compelling than most women realize.You'll hear four reaso
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March 23, 2026
Midlife Fitness and Longevity: Caring for the Only Body You Have
You have been ignoring the signals for a while now. The fatigue you keep blaming on a bad night's sleep. The aches you keep saying you will deal with later. The appointment you have been meaning to make for months.You are not lazy. You are not failing. You have just been so focused on taking care of everyone else that your own body moved to the bottom of the list.It is time to move it back to the top — gently, practically, and without guilt.In this episode of the Women’s History Month Re
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March 10, 2026
Empty Nester And Midlife Mental Health: Signs You May Need Support and How to Get It
You have been holding it together for so long that you stopped noticing how heavy it had gotten.If you find yourself snapping at small things, lying awake at 3 AM, or smiling through moments that are quietly breaking you, your mind is not being dramatic. It is asking for your attention.This is the conversation I wish someone had had with me sooner. In this first episode of the Women’s History Month Reset series, Dr. Peggie Kirkland (PK) explores one of the most important pillars of self-care
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Feb. 6, 2026
Rewrite Your Story: Practical Steps to Reclaim Your Passion After the Empty Nest
Have you been wondering how to rediscover your passion after the empty nest—without pressure, overwhelm, or trying to reinvent your entire life?In Part 3 of this three-part series on rediscovering passion in midlife, we move from understanding why passions get deferred to learning how to begin again in a healthy, doable way.If you’re a woman in midlife or an empty nester who feels stuck, unsure where to start, or quietly longing for more, this episode is for you.In this episode, you’
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Jan. 22, 2026
Fear Isn't the Problem: It's the Story You Keep Telling Yourself
In Part 2 of this three-part series, we take an honest look at the real barriers that keep midlife women and empty nesters from pursuing their passions — even when the desire is strong.This episode explores how fear, perfectionism, guilt, and emotional exhaustion quietly hold many women back after years of caregiving, responsibility, and putting others first.If you’ve ever told yourself:I don’t have timeI should be past this by nowI don’t want to failIt feels selfish to focus o
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Jan. 7, 2026
Restarting Passions After the Empty Nest: Why It's Not too Late (Part 1)
What happens to your dreams when life gets busy?In Part 1 of this 3-part series, Doctor PK speaks directly to empty nesters and women over 50 about deferred passions—the dreams that were put on hold while caring for everyone else. This episode explores why passions fade into the background, why it’s not too late to start again, and how purpose and passion support wellbeing in midlife.🎁 Download the free Pathway to Passion 5-day challenge—link in show notes.Connect with PK:
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Oct. 21, 2025
When Silence Feels Too Loud: Coping With The Quiet of An Empty Nest.
📘 Free Resource to Help You Get Unstuck⏳ Still putting things off until “later”?Grab your FREE No More Later Report — a 5-day mini guide to overcoming procrastination and taking action, even when you don’t feel ready.👉 Download No More "Later" FREE report here: https://ne.mommasmotivationalmessages.com/Is the silence in your home suddenly louder than ever? Whether you’ve just dropped your child off at college or you’ve been an empty nester for years, the quiet can feel overwhelming
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July 23, 2025
Beyond The Roles of Motherhood: Rediscovering Who You Are After The Nest Empties
When the kids are gone, who are you now?In this episode of Momma’s Motivational Messages, Peggie Kirkland (PK) speaks directly to empty-nesters navigating identity loss after years of caregiving. Learn how to reconnect with the woman underneath all the roles you’ve played—with 9 powerful strategies to move from “doing” to being. Plus, get access to a free downloadable workbook designed to help you rediscover yourself.🎁 Free Workbook → https://bounceforward.online/workbook-empty-nesters
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July 10, 2025
Dream Boldly Again: An Affirmation to Move Beyond Survival Mode
Description:In this reflective mini-episode, PK shares an empowering affirmation for women navigating the empty nest transition. If you've ever felt stuck in survival mode or unsure of who you are without your caregiving role— this episode is your invitation to shift from surviving to thriving.In this short and powerful episode, you’ll hear an affirmation designed to help you reconnect with your deepest desires and honor who you’re becoming. Let this message inspire your morning routi
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May 30, 2025
The Art of Letting Go: Releasing the Roles That No Longer Serve You
The Art of Letting Go: Releasing the Roles That No Longer Serve YouFor many women, the empty nest phase marks a bittersweet transition. It’s the moment your children surge into their independence—and you’re left with the quiet of…
May 6, 2025
Letting Go of Outdated Beliefs That No Longer Serve You
Letting Go of Outdated Beliefs That No Longer Serve You What You've Been Told Isn't the Full StoryFrom the time we’re young, we start collecting ideas about what it means to be a "good woman." We’re told to be polite, to hel…
May 6, 2025
How to Reconnect With Your Voice When You’ve Spent Years Listening to Everyone Else
How to Reconnect With Your Voice When You’ve Spent Years Listening to Everyone Else Losing Your Voice Doesn’t Mean It’s Gone ForeverIt happens so gradually that you hardly notice it. You spend years tuning into…