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EPISODE · Apr 21, 2025 · 49 MIN

I am Lauren Clayton & Stephanie Richie - Laugh, Love, and Let Go: How Two Best Friends Navigate Life's Messiness

from I Am Me · host Liz Bachmann

Lauren Clayton and Stephanie Richie prove that finding your best friend in your 30s or 40s might be exactly when you need them most. Their friendship began accidentally at Bible study, blossomed through a shared essential oils business, and evolved into a social media partnership.What makes their bond special isn't just their hilarious content or viral videos—it's the emotional safety they've created for each other.  "I've never had that person that's said 'you're worthy the way you are,'" Lauren shares, fighting back tears. "I can be my full self with her." This vulnerability extends to their content, where they showcase both the joyful moments and challenging realities of motherhood and womanhood.The conversation dives into the universal struggle of maintaining personal identity beyond being wives and mothers. They discuss setting boundaries with social media work, making space for family time, and the importance of filling your own cup first.Their refreshing honesty about aging, body image, and the relentless pressure on women to maintain youthfulness strikes a powerful chord. This wisdom permeates their advice to worry less and embrace the present moment.Whether you're a mother, searching for deeper friendship, or simply trying to navigate life with more authenticity, Lauren and Stephanie's conversation offers both comfort and inspiration. Follow their journey on Instagram to experience their uniquely relatable, joyful approach to life's messiness.Lauren Clayton - @lolo_claytonStephanie Richie - @she.stewardsLiz Bachmann (Host) - @zilbachmannSupport the showMade with love, laughter & zero production team. 💕 Follow me on socials to join the chaos. Insta: https://www.instagram.com/zilbachmann/ TT: https://www.tiktok.com/@thatimperfectgirl Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@IamLizBachmann ☕ Support the show if you’re feeling extra generous (and caffeinated). https://liz-bachmann.kit.com/products/support-liz-bachmann

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Lauren Clayton and Stephanie Richie prove that finding your best friend in your 30s or 40s might be exactly when you need them most. Their friendship began accidentally at Bible study, blossomed through a shared essential oils business, and evolved into a social media partnership. What makes their bond special isn't just their hilarious content or viral videos—it's the emotional safety they've created for each other. "I've never had that person that's said 'you're worthy the way you ar...

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