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May 26, 2025 19 mins

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In this episode, I’m sharing a deeply personal moment that brought me face-to-face with a question I know many of us wrestle with: Can I be both? Can I be the mom who shows up, the grandma who’s present, the daughter who cares—and still say yes to my dreams?

If you’ve ever felt like just as you were finally making space for your own dreams, life started pulling you in another direction, I see you. I’m right there with you.

Today's conversation is like sitting down with your friends, the ones who really get you. I walk you through the exact questions I’ve been asking myself, and offer gentle, practical guidance to help you navigate this season without losing yourself.

Together, we’ll explore how to hold space for others while still honoring yourself and your dreams. Because it’s not either-or. You don’t have to disappear again. You can be both.

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