This episode isn't really about kids' birthday parties - until it is. We talk about the party behaviors that miss the mark, like showing up late or expecting special treatment, and why presence will always matter more than presents. But underneath it all is a deeper story: growing up feeling forgettable, unchosen, and unseen. This is a conversation about healing that wound, and making sure our kids (and the people around us) never have to wonder if they are worth being shown up for.

Buying a house is supposed to mean you've "made it." Renting is supposed to make you feel like you're behind. But is that actually true? In this episode we are talking honestly about the money, freedom, and stress I've dealt with while both owning and renting. The choice isn't the same for everyone and that is OK, no matter what your mother says, but especially my mother.

Let's talk about the scale, the mirror, and the thoughts we don't say out loud. In this episode, I'm sharing my personal experience with eating disorders, body dysmorphia, and how I'm learning to love my body - even when my brain tries to tell me otherwise. This isn't about perfection or "loving your body everyday." It's about healing, unlearning, and choosing kindness towards yourself one step at a time. It's also ok to forgive people who never offered the apology you deserved.