#13: How to Trust Your ‘MomSense’ and Build a Dream Life While Raising Kids with Kanika Chadda Gupta

Today’s episode is a soulful deep dive into the real, raw, and wildly inspiring world of motherhood, purpose, and presence with my dear friend Kanika Chadda Gupta — a powerhouse former CNN anchor turned purpose-led entrepreneur, podcaster, and mom of three (including twins!).Kanika is the voice behind That’s Total Mom Sense, a top-ranked parenting podcast that’s featured everyone from Kelly Rowland to Chelsea Clinton. But in this conversation, we go behind the brand — into the quiet inner wisdom, the burnout, the self-doubt, the knowing, and the “get to” moments that have shaped her journey.We talk about:What “Mom Sense” really is — and how to reclaim itHow to stay connected to your dreams and intuition (even while sleep-deprived)The subtle shift from “I have to…” to “I get to…”Navigating ambition without abandoning yourselfHow Kika built a media brand and podcast empire with three kids and no full-time helpTuning into purpose through meditation, dreams, and vision boardsTips for speaking powerfully, building presence, and reclaiming your voiceThis one’s for the mamas who’ve ever felt torn between ambition and motherhood, exhaustion and purpose, or survival and soul.📍 Kanika's warmth, wisdom, and wit will remind you: you’ve got this.Because you’ve always known.Episode Highlights:00:00 Introduction 03:17 The Birth of 'Total Mom Sense' 05:42 Understanding and Trusting Mom Sense 08:34 Personal Journey: Overcoming Challenges 16:37 Manifesting Dreams and Vision Boarding 26:14 Balancing Motherhood and Career 31:10 Embracing AI for Productivity 31:43 The Power of Positive Support 32:32 Mastering Communication Skills 36:58 The Importance of Mentorship 44:29 Balancing Life and Work 47:41 Current Inspirations and Recommendations 50:57 Upcoming Projects and Final Thoughts✨ The Deep Well is open!Craving more behind-the-scenes stories, personal insights, and personal Q&A with Misha?Join The Deep Well — her private space for deeper connection, unfiltered wisdom, and real-time support.🎙️ Join for $10/month: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2384460/subscribe🎙️ Send your question to Misha: https://www.speakpipe.com/YWLTheDeepWellEpisode Resources:Connect with Kanika!@kanikachaddagupta👩‍💻 Grab the FREE Align & Thrive Workbook!https://mishavayner.kit.com/1ab67f6044✉️ Join our FREE email list with insider tips and soul spills!https://mishavayner.kit.com/600d3fb48a⭐Leave a 5-star review if you love the podcast!https://www.buzzsprout.com/2384460Support the show