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Speaker 1 (00:00):
Welcome back
everybody.
Today we're doing a deep diveinto something that I know a lot
of you are really curious aboutPremium journals, specifically
those designed for mothers.
Speaker 2 (00:11):
Okay.
Speaker 1 (00:12):
And we're going to be
focusing on Lestallion journals
.
You guys sent in a great stackof articles and reviews.
Speaker 2 (00:18):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (00:18):
Really jumps out at
me that these aren't just
journals with pretty covers, youknow.
They're really designed to helpmoms navigate all the emotional
ups and downs.
They really capture that uniquejourney of motherhood.
Speaker 2 (00:31):
It is fascinating how
they tap into a real need.
You know, Motherhood'sobviously full of joy, but it
also comes with immense pressureand this constant feeling of
being pulled in a milliondifferent directions.
Journaling offers that spacefor reflection, for processing
those emotions and celebratingthose little wins that might
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otherwise get lost in the chaosof the day.
Speaker 1 (00:54):
For sure, and we see
that reflected in some of those
stallion features like the thick, high quality paper.
Speaker 2 (00:59):
Yes.
Speaker 1 (00:59):
You know, got a
friend Lisa, we'll call her Okay
and she's a new mom and sheswears by those thick pages.
Oh wow she says it's perfectfor late night writing sessions.
You know when the baby'sfinally asleep.
Speaker 2 (01:09):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (01:09):
Because she can use
her favorite fountain pen and
she doesn't have to worry aboutany bleed through.
Right, it's like a little touchof luxury in the midst of sleep
deprivation.
Speaker 2 (01:17):
And that's important.
Self-care often takes a backseat when you're caring for a
little one.
Totally so having a journalthat feels luxurious, that
invites you to slow down andsavor the moment, you know it,
can make a big difference inencouraging a consistent
journaling practice absolutely,and speaking of encouraging that
consistent practice, yeah listallion journals.
Speaker 1 (01:38):
They also have
numbered pages and a built-in
table of contents.
Oh, interesting now, I knowthat might sound like a small
detail.
Speaker 2 (01:45):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (01:46):
But it can be really
helpful for moms who are already
, you know, juggling so much.
Speaker 2 (01:50):
Yeah, absolutely.
It's all about creating a senseof structure and organization.
Speaker 1 (01:56):
Right.
Speaker 2 (01:56):
Which can honestly be
a lifeline for moms feeling
overwhelmed.
Think about it.
You jot down a thought you know, during those precious few
minutes of quiet time, right,and later on you can easily find
it again.
Yeah, thanks to the numberedpages, it's like having a little
filing system for your mind.
Speaker 1 (02:12):
Exactly, and that
resonates with something else
I've heard from moms who loveLestallion journals.
Speaker 2 (02:17):
Okay.
Speaker 1 (02:18):
The back pocket.
My sister's a mom of three.
Wow Uses hers to tuck awaylittle notes and drawings from
her kids.
Speaker 2 (02:28):
Oh.
Speaker 1 (02:28):
It's like a little
treasure chest of memories woven
right into her journal.
Speaker 2 (02:32):
What's so fascinating
here is how the journal becomes
more than just a personal spacefor reflection.
Speaker 1 (02:38):
Yeah.
Speaker 2 (02:38):
It evolves into this
tangible record of the family's
journey.
You know.
Speaker 1 (02:43):
Yeah.
Speaker 2 (02:43):
Those little notes
and drawings.
They're not just scraps ofpaper.
They represent connections,milestones, the beautiful chaos
of family life.
Speaker 1 (02:52):
It's those
connections and milestones that
often get overlooked in the dayto day.
Speaker 2 (02:56):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (02:56):
I remember when my
niece was born, my sister
started a Lestallian journalspecifically to document her
daughter's first year.
She wrote down everything fromthe first smile the first steps,
even the funny little thingsthat made her laugh.
Speaker 2 (03:11):
And that's what's so
powerful about journaling it
allows you to capture thosefleeting moments.
Speaker 1 (03:16):
Yeah.
Speaker 2 (03:17):
The ones that might
otherwise fade with time.
Right, you know, years from now, those entries will be a
priceless gift, not just foryour sister, but for her
daughter too.
Speaker 1 (03:28):
Absolutely, and it
goes beyond just recording the
events.
It's about capturing theemotions, the feelings, the
little details that really makeup the tapestry of motherhood.
Speaker 2 (03:39):
It's like creating a
time capsule of experience and
emotion.
Speaker 1 (03:43):
Yeah.
Speaker 2 (03:43):
And I think that's
where the real magic of
journaling for mothers lies.
Speaker 1 (03:47):
Okay, so we've talked
about the practical features,
but let's dive a little deeperinto the emotional and
psychological benefits ofjournaling especially for moms.
This is where it gets reallyinteresting.
Yeah, excited to hear yourthoughts on that.
Speaker 2 (03:58):
Absolutely.
Speaker 1 (03:58):
Let's dive in after a
quick break.
Speaker 2 (04:00):
Sounds good, so it
really is fascinating.
You know, I've seen researchthat shows that journaling can
actually lower cortisol levelsWow, which is the hormone
associated with stress.
Speaker 1 (04:11):
Okay.
Speaker 2 (04:12):
So when you write
about your experiences
especially, you know thechallenging ones.
Speaker 1 (04:16):
Right.
Speaker 2 (04:17):
It really helps you
process them, make sense of them
, reducing their emotionalintensity.
Speaker 1 (04:22):
Interesting.
Speaker 2 (04:23):
It's like taking that
swirling cloud of thoughts and
emotions and giving it form onthe page.
Speaker 1 (04:28):
So it's like a form
of emotional decluttering.
Exactly, I could see how thatwould be so beneficial for moms,
especially those strugglingwith postpartum anxiety or just,
you know, feeling completelyoverwhelmed by the demands of
motherhood.
Speaker 2 (04:41):
Absolutely, and it
goes beyond just managing that
stress.
Journaling also helps youconnect with yourself, okay, on
a deeper level.
By writing down your thoughtsand feelings, you become more
aware of them.
Speaker 1 (04:52):
Makes sense.
Speaker 2 (04:52):
You start to
recognize patterns, you identify
your triggers Right and youreally develop a stronger sense
of self-understanding.
Speaker 1 (04:59):
You know, that
reminds me of a story my aunt
told me.
Speaker 2 (05:01):
Oh.
Speaker 1 (05:02):
She kept a journal
throughout her journey as a
single mother and she said itreally helped her stay grounded
during some incredibly toughtimes.
Speaker 2 (05:10):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (05:11):
It became her
confidant, you know the place
where she could be completelyhonest with herself.
Speaker 2 (05:16):
Right.
Speaker 1 (05:17):
Even when she felt
like she couldn't talk to anyone
else.
Speaker 2 (05:19):
That's a powerful
testament to the personal nature
of journaling.
It's a safe space to exploreyour inner world without
judgment or fear of criticism.
Speaker 1 (05:28):
For sure.
Speaker 2 (05:28):
And for mothers, who
often put their own needs aside,
having that outlet forself-expression can be
incredibly liberating.
Speaker 1 (05:37):
It's like giving
yourself permission to be seen
and heard.
Speaker 2 (05:40):
Yes.
Speaker 1 (05:40):
Even if it's just by
yourself.
Speaker 2 (05:42):
Exactly.
Speaker 1 (05:42):
And I imagine that
self-awareness can also
translate into betterrelationships with your children
.
Speaker 2 (05:47):
Absolutely.
When you're more in tune withyour own emotions, you're better
equipped to understand andrespond to your children's
emotions.
Speaker 1 (05:54):
For sure.
Speaker 2 (05:55):
It's like building
this bridge of empathy which is
essential for healthycommunication and bonding.
Speaker 1 (06:01):
Now we've talked a
lot about the introspective
benefits, but I've also heardthat journaling can actually
boost.
Speaker 2 (06:07):
It's true.
When you engage in regularjournaling, you're essentially
flexing your creative muscles,you're playing with language,
you're exploring different waysto express yourself.
Speaker 1 (06:17):
Right.
Speaker 2 (06:18):
And making
connections between seemingly
unrelated thoughts and ideas.
Speaker 1 (06:23):
Interesting.
Speaker 2 (06:24):
And this process can
spark new insights and really
unlock creative potential inother areas of your life.
Speaker 1 (06:31):
I can definitely see
that, and listalian journals
seem to embrace that creativeaspect too.
I've seen some moms using themnot just for writing, but for
sketching, scrapbooking, evencollecting inspirational quotes.
It's like a blank canvas forself-expression.
Speaker 2 (06:46):
And that versatility
is key.
There's no right or wrong wayto journal.
It's about finding what worksfor you and allowing yourself to
experiment and evolve.
Speaker 1 (06:55):
For sure.
Speaker 2 (06:56):
For some mothers that
might be writing pages of
stream of consciousness thoughts.
Speaker 1 (07:00):
Okay.
Speaker 2 (07:00):
While for others it
might be creating lists, drawing
doodles or pasting in mementos.
Speaker 1 (07:06):
And I love how the
stallion encourages that
flexibility with its features.
Speaker 2 (07:09):
Right.
Speaker 1 (07:10):
The thick paper can
handle different art mediums.
That flexibility, with itsfeatures, right the thick paper
can handle different art mediums.
The back pocket can hold allsorts of treasures.
Speaker 2 (07:16):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (07:17):
And the numbered
pages provide structure for
those who want it Right, butthey can also be ignored if you
prefer a more free-flowingapproach.
Speaker 2 (07:25):
It's like they've
created a journal that can adapt
to the ever-changing needs ofmotherhood, which is brilliant.
Speaker 1 (07:31):
Speaking of adapting,
I'm curious to know how
journaling might evolve aschildren grow.
I imagine the needs andexperiences of a mother with a
newborn are quite different fromthose of a mother with
teenagers.
Speaker 2 (07:45):
That's a great
question.
The beauty of journaling isthat it can be a companion
throughout all stages ofmotherhood.
Speaker 1 (07:51):
Okay, but how might
the content or the purpose shift
over time?
Speaker 2 (07:56):
Well, in those early
years, the focus might be on
capturing those precious firsts.
Speaker 1 (08:00):
Yeah.
Speaker 2 (08:01):
Celebrating
milestones and navigating the
challenges of sleep deprivationand breastfeeding Right as
children grow.
The journal might become aspace to process the joys and
frustrations of raisingindependent little beings, to
reflect on your parenting styleand to grapple with that
bittersweet realization thatyour children are no longer
babies.
Speaker 1 (08:20):
And when those
children become teenagers.
Speaker 2 (08:22):
Oh yeah.
Speaker 1 (08:23):
I imagine the journal
might evolve yet again.
Speaker 2 (08:25):
Absolutely.
It might become a place to ventabout those teenage eye rolls
and slam doors.
Speaker 1 (08:29):
OK.
Speaker 2 (08:30):
But also to celebrate
their achievements, to offer
words of encouragement right andperhaps even to write letters
to your future selves,reflecting on the lessons
learned, wow, and the love thatbinds you that's such a
beautiful image yeah a motherwriting letters to her future
self and to her children,sharing wisdom and love through
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the pages of her journal.
It's powerful.
Speaker 1 (08:53):
It really highlights
the legacy aspect we touched on
earlier.
Speaker 2 (08:56):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (08:56):
This isn't just about
documenting a mother's personal
journey.
Speaker 2 (08:59):
Right.
Speaker 1 (08:59):
It's about creating
something that can be passed
down, something that capturesthe essence of a family story.
Speaker 2 (09:06):
Exactly.
And that brings us to anotherfascinating aspect of journaling
for mothers.
Speaker 1 (09:10):
Okay.
Speaker 2 (09:11):
It's potential to
empower.
Speaker 1 (09:13):
Empowerment.
That's a word we hear a lot,but what does it actually look
like in the context ofmotherhood and journaling?
Speaker 2 (09:18):
I think it's about
recognizing and honoring your
own voice.
You know your own story.
Speaker 1 (09:24):
Yeah.
Speaker 2 (09:24):
Motherhood often
comes with all these societal
expectations and pressures.
Speaker 1 (09:28):
Right.
Speaker 2 (09:29):
And it's so easy to
lose yourself in the process of
caring for others.
Speaker 1 (09:32):
For sure.
Speaker 2 (09:33):
Journaling provides a
space to kind of reclaim that
sense of self, to connect withyour values, your dreams, your
aspirations.
Yeah, it's a reminder thatyou're not just mom, you know.
Speaker 1 (09:44):
Right.
Speaker 2 (09:44):
You're a multifaceted
individual with your own unique
journey.
Speaker 1 (09:48):
I love that, like
journaling can be a tool for
rediscovering yourself.
I love that, like journalingcan be a tool for rediscovering
yourself For peeling back thelayers of those societal
expectations and reconnectingwith the core of who you are.
Speaker 2 (09:59):
Exactly, and as you
delve deeper into that
self-discovery, you might findyourself feeling more confident,
more resilient, more empoweredto make choices that align with
your authentic self.
Speaker 1 (10:09):
And that confidence
and resilience can ripple
outwards, influencing not justyour own life but also your
relationships with your children.
Speaker 2 (10:16):
Absolutely.
When you model self-care andself-acceptance through
journaling, you're teaching yourchildren those same values.
Speaker 1 (10:24):
Right.
Speaker 2 (10:27):
You're showing them
that it's okay to prioritize
their emotional well-being, toexpress their feelings and to
embrace their individuality.
Speaker 1 (10:34):
It's like planting a
seed of empowerment that can
grow and flourish in futuregenerations.
Speaker 2 (10:39):
Exactly.
Speaker 1 (10:40):
And that brings us
back to Listallion Journals.
They've really thought ofeverything, haven't they?
Speaker 2 (10:45):
They have.
Speaker 1 (10:45):
From the practical
features that make journaling
easier to the thoughtful designthat elevates the experience.
They created a tool thatelevates the experience Right.
Speaker 2 (10:57):
They created a tool
that can truly support mothers
on their unique journeys, andwhat's remarkable is they've
done so without dictating howthe journal should be used.
Speaker 1 (11:02):
Yeah.
Speaker 2 (11:03):
It's a blank canvas,
an invitation to create your own
story, to define your ownversion of motherhood and to
embrace the transformative powerof self-expression.
Speaker 1 (11:14):
It's like they're
saying here's a beautiful,
durable space, Now go fill itwith your heart, your dreams,
your struggles, your triumphs.
Speaker 2 (11:22):
Yes.
Make it your own, make it yourown, and that, I think, is a
powerful message.
It is a message that resonatesdeeply with the needs of mothers
who are often seeking ways tobalance, you know, the demands
of caregiving with their ownpersonal growth.
Speaker 1 (11:37):
So, as we wrap up our
deep dive into Listallion
Journals, I have one finalthought for you to ponder.
Okay, how might a journal notonly help mothers document their
lives, but also inspire andempower them to create a legacy
of love, strength and wisdomthat extends far beyond the
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pages of their notebooks?
Speaker 2 (11:59):
What a beautiful
question to leave our listeners
with.
It really captures the essenceof why La Stallion Journals and
journaling itself holds suchprofound potential for mothers.
It's not just about writing.
Speaker 1 (12:09):
It's about connecting
, reflecting, growing and
leaving a mark on the world thatis uniquely your own
Beautifully said, and for allthe mothers out there, or anyone
who knows a mother who mightbenefit from the transformative
power of journaling, weencourage you to explore
Lestallion's offerings.
You might just discover a toolthat helps you unlock a deeper
sense of self, a strongerconnection with your loved ones
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and a legacy that will inspiregenerations to come.