Sobriety isn't a punishment, it's permission. In this episode, Amanda shares how she learned to actually have fun in recovery: the concerts, the laughter, the friendships, and the freedom that comes with remembering it all. This is a reminder that we didn't get sober to be miserable... we got sober to live.

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Nina opens up about growing up in chaos, losing a baby, and learning to break generational patterns through recovery. This conversation explores love, grief, motherhood, and what it really means to heal the parts of you that were never safe.

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Always chasing approval? In this episode of The Middle of It, we dig into why we crave constant validation, how it feeds unrealistic expectations, and why it so often leads to resentments. From social media and people-pleasing to parenting and recovery, you'll learn practical ways to validate yourself, release expectations, and break free from the cycle.

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Amanda reflects on how easy it is to lose yourself in roles, relationships, and expectations. She shares her journey of finding the pieces of life that truly fit and the strength she's discovered in staying true.

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The world's a mess but shutting down won't save us. Here's how to stay human, hopeful, and powerful when everything feels like too much.

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In this episode, Amanda shares how the gifts of sobriety and the ongoing work behind them have given her a life she never imagined. From chickens to a new baby at 40, it's not what was on her vision board, but it's a life beyond her wildest dreams.

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In this honest episode, Amanda shares how female friendships, deep acceptance, and imperfect love have helped her slowly rewrite the story of her own worth. From downplaying compliments to letting love in, she reflects on how the love of others planted the first seeds of self-love and how that changed the way she now shows up for others.

This one's for anyone who's still learning to stay. Still learning to soften. Still in the middle of it.

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In this solo episode, Amanda explores boundaries, ego, and how to say no without guilt. Whether you're in recovery or simply trying to live more intentionally, this conversation invites you to check your motives, protect your peace, and show up with integrity.

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