Momma’s Motivational Messages: Inspiration for Stressed Out Gen X Women

How to Dream Again When You’ve Been in Survival Mode

 Have you been stuck in survival mode for so long that dreaming feels out of reach? In this episode of Momma's Motivational Messages, we’re exploring what it means to reconnect with your desires after years of putting everyone else first. Whether you’ve been managing a household, caregiving, or simply trying to make it through the day, this conversation will gently guide you ...

In this quick reflection episode of Mama’s Motivational Messages, I’m diving into one of those simple yet powerful truths that hit differently in the empty nest season: “Your priorities should match your goals.”

If you've been feeling out of alignment lately—doing all the things, but not necessarily the right things for you—this gentle nudge is for you.

Plus, I’ll share a free workbook I created just for you called Letting Go, M...

Empty nesters, it’s time to stop clinging to the roles that no longer serve you—and start rewriting your story with confidence and clarity. In this powerful episode, PK gets real about the guilt so many women feel when it’s time to let go of who they’ve always been: the over-giver, the self-sacrificer, the invisible one.

PK shares heartfelt stories, personal insights, and actionable strategies to help you:
💔 Release guilt aroun...

In this heartfelt episode, Momma PK explores what it means to reconnect with yourself after spending years prioritizing others. She shares stories of real women who bravely stepped into this journey of rediscovery after the kids left home—and the powerful results they experienced. You’ll walk away with actionable tips to start reconnecting with your inner desires, passions, and purpose.

🔑 Key Takeaways:

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After a much-needed pause, I’m back—refreshed, recharged, and ready to bring you powerful messages of hope, inspiration, and encouragement. This season, we’re diving deep into a topic that so many women face: navigating life as an empty nester.

If you've spent decades devoted to your children, you might now find yourself wondering:
❓ Who am I beyond being a mom?
❓ What’s next for me?

The truth is, this isn’t an ending—it...

You don't have to let the joy of Christmas fade with the packing away of the decorations and the twinkling lights.  In fact, it is important to keep the spirit of Christmas alive beyond December.  PK offers three ways in which you can do this while transforming your life and the lives of others:

1. Start a gratitude journal to keep you focused on all the good that's happening in your life.
2. Schedule quality time w...

Have you ever had so many things going wrong in your life at the same time that it made you feel like there was nothing left to be grateful for?  Well, I’m sure you’re not alone.  We’ve all been there at one time or another, which is why it’s so important to learn how to start building a gratitude mindset.  

What’s a gratitude mindset?  It is a state of mind that allows you to focus on being thankful for what you have inst...

Ever had a nagging sense of emptiness that you just couldn’t seem to shake, a feeling like a hole in your soul?  It may be because you need nourishment not just for your body, but for your soul.

Today’s episode will give you  several ways in which you can give your soul the nourishment it needs and deserves.  Here are some of those recommendations:

1.   Spend time with family members  that you can share laughs and stories with.  
2. Pla...

Have you ever been in a situation where you were pulled in so many directions that you began  to feel as though you were burned to a crisp?  That’s the situation in which  neonatologist Susan Landers Berry, M.D. found herself after years of being in a high-pressure job while trying to balance her career with her family and home life.  Unfortunately, She found that she couldn’t handle it on her own.   Take a listen. You may hear you...

The holidays are notorious for creating stress, as people try to manage their usual activities with the increased tasks that go along with celebrating the holidays, such as shopping for perfect gifts and making plans to entertain family.  If you add being a perfectionist to the mix then you’ve got the perfect recipe for a stressful holiday.   Additionally, when  you consider that according to the American Psychological Association,...

For many women, loving  themselves first does not come naturally.  In fact, many women have to learn to love themselves because they have been socialized to believe that putting their own needs first is a selfish act.  As a result, many women put everyone’s needs before they own, always talking about their dreams and desires in the future saying thighs like, “When the kids get older:” “When I get that promotion that I‘ve been worki...

Have you ever been in a situation in which you find yourself procrastinating, going around in circles, unable to accomplish what you have in mind, literally feeling stuck with no clear way out?

In this episode of Momma's Motivational Messages, Becca Ribbing, author of The Clarity Journal  and a Career Coach shares many nuggets about the dangers of staying stuck for too long, and how it can become a self-fulfilling pro...

As humans, we all have a habit of collecting and accumulating clutter. Often, our cupboards are full of gadgets and accessories we don’t use anymore, and our closets are filled with items of clothing that either don’t fit anymore or no longer bring us joy when we see ourselves in them.  Yet, we hang on to these items creating clutter that can cause our stress levels to go up, prevent us from being productive, and steal time from us...

Do you have stories inside of you that you would love to share as part of your legacy  but  no one has heard them because you don’t think of yourself as a writer?  What would you say if I told you that by starting a journaling practice a few times a week you can learn to express yourself authentically, which can  transform not only your own life but  the lives of others?

 Well, you’ll want to listen to this episode  in which  Nkem C...

Let’s face it, being promoted to a supervisory position can be both exciting and daunting.  On the one hand, you feel excited about having been recognized for your experience and expertise, on the other, you can have fears about leading others in a way that will optimize their talents to advance the company’s interests.  Terry says that can be a  real challenge for new supervisors. This is why seeking help from a professional coach...

Have you ever been in a situation where you feel deep in your heart that the life you're living is not the life you were meant to live?  Well, that's where Avalaura Gaither found herself,  in spite of the fact that she worked tirelessly in her dream profession, had a great income, drove a nice car and had a great family.  So why did she find herself in an emotional heap on the floor crying out to God  for help?

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Getting a divorce can take a toll on your mental, physical, emotional and spiritual health leaving you feeling broken and burnt out.  The good news is that you can rebound from a life challenge such as this and start thriving again.

In today’s episode of Momma's Motivational Messages, Kelly Foster discusses her road back to finding herself and living in  her purpose.  One, of many,  important points that Kelly makes ...

In this episode, Dr. Peggie Kirkland (PK) delves into the impact that negative self-talk has on women.   According to PK,   your  internal dialogue frames the narrative messages that you tell yourselves over and over.  This narrative has the ability to change your mood and more significantly, can lead to depression and anxiety; the more you do it, the more it becomes embedded in your subconscious until it becomes a habit.  It is th...

  In this episode, Robin Tillotson explores the challenges and triumphs of black women, over 50, who have put themselves on the back burner while attending to the needs of their families.  For many of these women international travel with her company is their starting point for putting themselves first without feeling guilty.

Robin is an avid traveler and the Chief Cultural Officer for This I do for me: Women Over 50, Bla...