In this episode, Vanessa is joined by Tracy Peterson—nurse practitioner, entrepreneur, and founder of Woman Lessons, a movement designed to help mothers and daughters build confidence and connection.

They explore how busyness can become a woman’s identity, why so many high performers struggle with self-worth, and how those patterns can unintentionally shape the next generation. Tracy opens up about the moment her daughter asked for “woman lessons” and how it led to a deeper mission around identity, self-care, and presence.

Perfect for moms, educators, and anyone raising girls in today’s world, this episode offers thoughtful insights and practical tools to help women lead from within and model true confidence.


REFERENCED LINKS
Website: https://tracipeterson.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tpete/ and @motherdaughtermovement

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CULTIVATE CALM CHALLENGE
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EPISODE DESCRIPTION:
Before becoming a mom, many of us carry a picture in our minds—a version of motherhood built from childhood dreams, cultural narratives, and curated social media posts. But what happens when real life doesn’t match the picture? In this episode, Vanessa gets honest about the gap between expectations and reality, not in parenting—but in the motherhood experience itself. With warmth, humor, and grounded reflection, she explores what it really means to let go of perfection, make peace with the mess, and embrace the version of motherhood that’s unfolding right in front of you.

TUNE IN TO LEARN:

• Why so many moms feel blindsided by the reality of motherhood
• How to process grief over the version of life you imagined
• The emotional rollercoaster of adjusting to your “new normal”
• Mindful ways to reframe guilt, comparison, and unmet expectations
• The power of compassion and presence in your motherhood journey

TAKEAWAY MESSAGE:
Motherhood isn’t a checklist or a Pinterest board—it’s a lived experience, full of mess, beauty, contradiction, and growth. Let go of the picture-perfect version, and open your heart to the one you’re living today. There’s room for joy, connection, and presence—even when the laundry’s not done. You’re not behind. You’re not failing. You’re doing the work. And you’re always free to be mindful.

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120 COPING SKILLS
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CULTIVATE CALM CHALLENGE
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In this episode of the Free to Be Mindful Podcast, host Vanessa had such a meaningful conversation with Lacey Newman—a powerhouse speaker, coach, and top real estate team leader based out of Nashville. Lacey is a high-performing entrepreneur who’s led a top 1.5% real estate team and a mom of two who knows what it’s like to juggle a million things while still trying to stay grounded.

Lacey opened up about her journey as a single mom, and how that chapter of her life forced her to get crystal clear on her priorities. Vanessa and Lacey talked about the myth of work-life balance and how she created her own system for living and working with intention—what she calls “Book Your Own Business.” It’s a simple yet powerful approach to planning your days around what matters most, starting with yourself.

What Vanessa loved most about our conversation was how real and relatable Lacey is. She reminded us that while the balls we juggle may all seem important, some are glass and some are rubber—and learning which ones can drop without breaking is key.

Whether you're a mom, a business owner, or just someone trying to find more peace in the chaos, you’ll definitely take away something valuable from this episode.

Referenced Links:

• https://www.instagram.com/elevated_agents
• https://www.elevatedagents.co/reclaim
• https://laceynewman.com/reclaim-refocus-optin/

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120 COPING SKILLS
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CULTIVATE CALM CHALLENGE
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