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Rated Mom Podcast

Rated Mom Podcast

De : Heather Frye Jessica Peyton & Dena Cooke
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 Rated Mom is an honest podcast for women navigating real life. Identity. Mental health. Relationships. Work. Burnout. The mental load. And the hard stuff you will not find in the social media version of perfect. Hosted by Jessica, Heather, and Dena, three real women having real conversations, the show feels like sitting around with girlfriends talking about life as it actually is. Raw. Funny. Messy. And sometimes heavy. Some episodes talk about motherhood. Many do not. All of them tell the truth. We talk about losing yourself and finding your way back. About carrying too much for too long. About the pressure to have it all together when you do not. The wait is it just me moments that remind you that you are not alone and you are not doing life wrong. Rated Mom is not about being perfect. It is about being real and figuring it out on your own terms.2025 Hygiène et vie saine Psychologie Psychologie et psychiatrie Sciences sociales
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    • Breaking the Cycle: How Small Changes Can Lead to Big Transformations for Women

      Breaking the Cycle: How Small Changes Can Lead to Big Transformations for Women
      Feb 11 2026
      In this episode, Heather, Dena, Jessica, and a guest discuss the challenges women—especially moms—face balancing work, family, and self-care. They explore how overwhelm can lead to self-isolation and share practical strategies like meal planning, delegating chores, and setting boundaries. The hosts emphasize the importance of small, intentional steps, self-reflection, and open communication to regain control and improve mental health. They candidly address imposter syndrome, the hidden burdens women carry, and the power of community support, encouraging listeners to be kind to themselves and embrace growth, even when it feels uncomfortable. Timestamps The Myth of Readiness & Taking the First Step (00:00:45) Discussion on not waiting to feel ready, and the importance of starting to move forward even when overwhelmed. Overwhelm and the Mental Load of Women/Moms (00:01:25) Listing the many responsibilities women, especially moms, juggle daily and how it leads to feeling stuck. Mindset Shift: Removing vs. Adding Tasks (00:02:51) Encouragement to take things off the to-do list instead of always adding more, and changing negative self-talk. Meal Planning Tools & Family Involvement (00:06:19) Sharing practical tools (like dry erase boards), involving family in meal planning, and saving money. Getting Back on Track After Disruptions (00:07:46) Strategies for regaining routines after disruptions and giving yourself permission to restart. Practical Steps to Regain Control (00:09:49) Offering actionable steps for listeners to start making progress, like meal planning and identifying stressors. Inventory & Delegation: Managing Stress (00:10:43) Encouraging listeners to inventory stressors, delegate tasks, and communicate needs to partners. Adjusting to Changing Family Roles (00:16:05) Personal stories about shifting family dynamics, especially after returning to work, and the need for shared responsibilities. Setting Boundaries & Saying No (00:17:33) Learning to say no, set boundaries, and avoid unnecessary busyness for better mental health. Breaking Out of Isolation & Taking Action (00:18:43) How taking small steps and getting out of isolation leads to increased productivity and well-being. Self-Care as Internal Work (00:19:16) Redefining self-care as internal work and clarity, not just relaxation or decompression. Applicability Beyond Moms & Internal vs. External Fixes (00:19:56) Noting these strategies apply to everyone, and emphasizing that internal issues can't be fixed with external solutions. Imposter Syndrome & Growth (00:22:17) Discussing imposter syndrome, feeling unworthy, and the value of being in uncomfortable growth situations. Leadership, Growth, and Potential (00:26:00) Reflections on leadership, helping others grow, and recognizing untapped potential in oneself and others. Permission to Ask for Help & Small Steps at Home (00:27:24) Encouragement to stop carrying burdens alone, ask for help, and start making small changes at home. Consistency, Grace, and Letting Go of Perfection (00:30:30) Advice to make small, consistent changes, involve family, and let go of perfectionism for a happier daily life. Powerful Quotes from the Episode Dena, "You have to move forward and do it even when you're still maxed out." Dena, "Ready isn't something you feel. It's something that you build by moving." Heather, "Give yourself permission to stop carrying it quietly." Dena, "Sometimes just saying, "This is hard. I need help," makes a difference." Dena, "Sometimes we feel like we're not worth the things, but we need that and we're worth it." RESOURCES: Connect With Us: https://www.ratedmom.com/ https://linktr.ee/ratedmom Dena: https://www.facebook.com/share/1YYxWExz9R/?mibextid=wwXIfrHeather: https://www.facebook.com/share/1DSnFyt4Gk/?mibextid=wwXIfrJessica: https://www.facebook.com/share/1D1f3e9iKD/?mibextid=wwXIfr Follow the Podcast: Rated Mom on Apple Podcasts and Spotify "Real change doesn't start when life feels calm—it starts when you choose one small step forward, even in the middle of the chaos." Podcast Produced and edited by the team at ResilientVoiceMedia.com Contact us for expert podcast production and support.
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      32 min
    • Why Women Self-Isolate (And When It Becomes Unhealthy)

      Why Women Self-Isolate (And When It Becomes Unhealthy)
      Jan 28 2026

      Self-isolation is a common coping mechanism for many women — but when does it help, and when does it quietly turn into emotional withdrawal?

      In this episode of Rated Mom, Heather, Dena, and Jessica talk honestly about why women self-isolate, how overwhelm and overstimulation trigger it, and how to recognize when alone time stops being restorative and starts becoming harmful.

      We share personal experiences, unpack the shame and self-judgment that often follow isolation, and talk about the pressure women feel to "perform" socially even when they're depleted. You'll hear how to reframe solitude as intentional self-care, how to set boundaries without guilt, and how to reconnect with others in small, realistic ways.

      This conversation isn't about fixing yourself or forcing connection. It's about awareness, compassion, and learning how to create space without disappearing.

      If you've ever wondered, "What's wrong with me?" — you're not alone. And you're not broken.

      Timestamps:

      00:00 Why this topic resonates with so many women
      01:05 What self-isolation actually looks like
      01:27 Healthy solitude vs emotional withdrawal
      03:15 Overwhelm, overstimulation, and shutting down
      04:22 Shame, judgment, and self-awareness
      06:03 Recognizing patterns and triggers
      07:54 The pressure to perform socially
      11:05 Why staying busy doesn't mean you're okay
      13:42 Reframing self-isolation as self-care
      15:21 How to isolate intentionally (without disappearing)
      17:30 Communicating your needs to partners
      20:22 How to support someone who self-isolates
      23:16 When self-isolation becomes depression
      27:11 Tools that help break the cycle
      30:03 Small steps back to connection
      31:42 Final thoughts: it's safe to be seen

      If this conversation resonated with you, follow Rated Mom and save this episode so you can come back to it when you need it. Sharing it with another woman who might feel seen by this episode makes a bigger impact than you know.

      Powerful Moments from the Episode

      Heather:
      "Sometimes disappearing feels easier than explaining how overwhelmed you are."

      Dena:
      "I thought something was wrong with me — like, why do I do this?"

      Dena:
      "When I'm doing everything but nothing well, that's when I shut down."

      Connect with Rated Mom:
      🌐 Website: https://www.ratedmom.com
      🔗 Links: https://linktr.ee/ratedmom

      Follow the hosts:
      • Dena: https://www.facebook.com/share/1YYxWExz9R/?mibextid=wwXIfr
      • Heather: https://www.facebook.com/share/1DSnFyt4Gk/?mibextid=wwXIfr
      • Jessica: https://www.facebook.com/share/1D1f3e9iKD/?mibextid=wwXIfr

      🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts & Spotify
      🎙️ Produced and edited by resilientvoicemedia.com
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      32 min
    • The Seasons That Changed Us (Money, Addiction, Loss, and Healing)

      The Seasons That Changed Us (Money, Addiction, Loss, and Healing)
      Jan 13 2026

      Hard seasons don't look the same for everyone — and they don't arrive on the same timeline.

      In this episode of Rated Mom, Heather, Dena, and Jessica share personal stories from different difficult seasons of their lives: financial uncertainty, addiction and recovery, caregiving through terminal illness, panic attacks, grief, and the work of healing afterward.

      We talk about how these experiences shaped our boundaries, challenged our faith, forced self-reflection, and changed how we show up for ourselves and others. This isn't a comparison of pain or a dramatic collapse — it's an honest conversation about navigating hardship in our own ways and finding strength through support, accountability, and grace.

      If you're walking through a hard season that doesn't look like anyone else's — this episode is a reminder that there's no "right" way to survive it. And you don't have to do it alone.

      Timestamps

      00:01:04 Financial uncertainty and taking action anyway
      00:01:54 Feeling disconnected from yourself
      00:04:06 Caregiving through terminal illness
      00:08:06 Grief, loss, and emotional aftermath
      00:14:41 How loss reshapes priorities
      00:23:09 Recovery, accountability, and relapse prevention
      00:32:59 Setting boundaries to protect mental health
      00:36:25 Different forms of addiction and hidden struggles
      00:43:17 Shame, stigma, and owning your past
      00:45:24 Why addiction isn't about willpower
      00:47:27 Trauma from overdose experiences
      00:48:32 Spiritual moments in recovery

      If this conversation resonated with you, follow Rated Mom and save this episode so you can come back to it. Sharing it with another woman walking through a hard season could matter more than you realize

      Powerful Quotes from the Episode

      Dena:
      "I was really unhappy. I didn't even recognize myself."

      Heather:
      "My panic attacks were out of control. I couldn't sleep. And then Marty died — and I carried all of that grief."

      Dena:
      "Looking back, I can see where God literally carried me through situations where I should be dead."

      Healing doesn't erase the past, it proves you survived it, and that survival can become someone else's hope

      RESOURCES:

      Connect with Rated Mom

      🌐 Website: https://www.ratedmom.com/
      🔗 Links: https://linktr.ee/ratedmom

      Follow the hosts:
      • Dena: https://www.facebook.com/share/1YYxWExz9R/?mibextid=wwXIfr
      • Heather: https://www.facebook.com/share/1DSnFyt4Gk/?mibextid=wwXIfr
      • Jessica: https://www.facebook.com/share/1D1f3e9iKD/?mibextid=wwXIfr

      🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts & Spotify
      🎙️ Podcast produced and edited by ResilientVoiceMedia.com

      Podcast Produced and edited by the team at ResilientVoiceMedia.com

      Contact us for expert podcast production and support.
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      53 min
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