21: Superheroes & Stereotypes: Breaking Gender Roles & Raising Empowered Kids, A Conversation with Guests Stephanie Trzaska & Tara Geraghty

In this episode of the Wand(HER)wild podcast, host Monica brings together Stephanie Trzaska, an intuitive life coach and spiritual guide, and Tara Geraghty, a certified coach, author, and TEDx speaker. They have a conversation about traditional gender roles, superheroes, and the societal expectations that shape our lives. They share personal stories and discuss how they are raising their children to be empowered and resilient. The discussion also touches on the influence of upbringing, financial independence, and the importance of nurturing empathy and emotional expression in children. The episode wraps up with practical advice for parents on fostering deeper connections and a sense of community.Key Takeaways From the Episode:* Use rituals like sound baths or oracle cards with children to introduce reflection and soul manifesting.* Normalize emotional expression in all genders: tears, tantrums, and truth-telling.* Practice time bending through intentional presence—whether in nature, unplugged weekends, or shared meals.* Encourage financial literacy from an early age, regardless of gender.* Respect a child’s bodily autonomy to reinforce their inner compass.Read or listen to the full story on our website or wherever you get your podcasts.Time Stamps00:00 Introduction 00:34 Meet the Guests: Stephanie and Tara03:24 Reflecting on Childhood Influences04:36 Stephanie's Perspective on Gender Roles07:16 Tara's Journey of Resilience13:51 Monica's Unique Upbringing17:20 Balancing Financial Independence and Motherhood22:25 Tara's Reflections on Parenting Choices25:22 Gender Dynamics in Families28:00 Cultural Perspectives on Women's Roles28:32 Generational Shifts in Parenting29:32 Scandinavian Family Benefits31:31 Global Perspectives on Gender Roles32:02 Financial Independence for Women32:30 Historical Context of Women's Rights33:03 Domestic Violence and Financial Security36:05 Empathy and Emotional Intelligence in Children47:14 Nurturing Inner Wisdom and Simplifying Life50:02 Building Strong Mother-Daughter Relationships54:41 Closing Thoughts and Future ConnectionsAccess Steph's Community: Little Scraps of MagicAccess Tara's Community: Hey Girl You CanWe also invite you to connect by simply hitting reply, emailing us, or grab a virtual coffee with Monica here.Quick Links:Wand(HER)wild | Digital Events for MomsWanderwild Family Retreats | In Person RetreatsGrab A Virtual Coffee with MonicaSubscribe to Wand(HER)wild’s Substack for bi-weekly newsletters or follow our podcast on Apple or follow our podcast on Spotify to never miss an episode. Leave a review to support our work. Thank you for listening!SubscribedThanks for listening to The Wand(HER)wild the podcast! Feel free to share with a mama friend. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit wandherwild.substack.com