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momplex with Scottie Durrett
by Scottie Durrett
Welcome to MOMPLEX, a podcast dedicated to helping moms in all stages of motherhood and life. While motherhood is a blessing and a gift, it doesn’t always feel like that. You are raising a human; the stakes have never been higher! I am Scottie Durrett; I am a certified Health and Life Coach, Mom Mentor, and mom of 3, and each week, I dive into ONE topic that will help YOU turn off survival mode as a mom and learn how to THRIVE in your life. When you thrive, so do your kids! Connect: https://www.instagram.com/scottiedurrett/
Episodes
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The Pause That Refreshes
I'm going to be taking a short pause from momplex. This has been such a special space for me, and I'm so proud of what we have created together. Right now, I'm taking some time to reset and get clear on what's next so I can continue showing up here in the best way possible. This isn't goodbye…
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You’re Not Overreacting… You’re Time Traveling
I explore why I sometimes overreact to my kids and how it’s often not about them, but about my past. When something happens to my child—like a bad grade, getting benched, or being left out—it can catapult me back to my own teenage wounds. My nervous system, through neuroception, scans for danger...
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Why High-Functioning Moms Are So Emotionally Exhausted with Psychologist Alissa Jerud, PhD
This episode is a heartfelt conversation between me and clinical psychologist, professor, mom, and author Dr. Alissa Jerud about the emotional side of parenting that no baby book ever prepared us for. I open up about my own journey as a high-functioning, overachieving mom who thought if I just…
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Are We Even A Couple Anymore?
I get real about something so many of us feel but rarely say out loud: what the heck happened to my marriage? I speak directly to moms who feel like they’re living parallel lives with their partner—amazing teammates and parents, but disconnected lovers. I share how the mental load, cognitive...
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The “Good Mom” Trap That’s Draining You (and how to get yourself back)
I open up about the “good mom trap” and why so many of us feel exhausted, resentful, and disconnected even though we’re doing “all the right things.” I explain that our real issue usually isn’t time, it’s permission—our nervous system has learned that constant busyness equals safety and goodness,...
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You’re Done People Pleasing — Now What? Wiith Diane Sorensen
Scottie Durrett and Diane Sorenson discuss the challenges of modern motherhood, focusing on boundaries, people pleasing, and the pressure to be a perfect mom. Diane shares her journey from a performance-based motherhood to embracing emotional development and relationship-based practices. She...
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I Spoke Up… and My Ovaries Restarted
I share a wild story about my body and my relationship with my mom. After almost two years without a period, I was convinced I was in menopause—I'd started HRT, talked about it on the podcast, and mentally moved into that next phase of life. Then I had a 49‑years‑in‑the‑making, honest, loving but...
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K. Margaret Solario: Finding Calm in Chaos, The Power of Energy
I speak with intuitive guide, energy mentor, and author K. Margaret Solario to explore how we can bring more ease, calm, and alignment into our everyday lives as moms—without having to change our entire external world. Kay shares how COVID became her breaking point, shifting her from “holding it...
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Cougar Puberty: 12 WTF Signs of Perimenopause No One Warned Us About
I open up a real, unfiltered conversation about perimenopause and why so many of us feel confused, exhausted, and a little bit like we’re “losing it.” I talk directly to moms who are doing “all the right things” and still don’t feel good—physically, mentally, or emotionally. Instead of brushing...
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Finding Your Classic Style and Embracing Who YOU are with Artist, Author and Mother, Kate Schelter
I am joined by artist, author, and creative director Kate Schelter to talk about what happens when motherhood and crisis completely crack your identity open. Kate shares how leaving New York City after twenty years, having two babies in two years, and living through COVID left her feeling…
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5 Humbling Lessons I’ve Learned as a Mama
I use this Momplex episode to share some of the most humbling lessons I’ve learned as a mom and to call BS on the idea that we have to be perfect. For years, I believed that every mistake meant I was failing and that everyone was judging me and my kids. I now see mistakes as feedback, not proof...
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When Life Breaks You Open: Grief, Survival & Finding Joy Again with Alexandra Wyman
I talk with Alexandra Wyman, a mom, author, podcast host, and pediatric occupational therapist who became a single mom after losing her husband to suicide just four days before their second wedding anniversary. Alexandra shares how she spent years following the “checklist” for a perfect...
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Soul Saving Mantra for 2026: "They Will Get it When They Get it"
This episode of Momplex is all about releasing the pressure of parenting by milestones and trusting our kids’ unique timelines. I share how I started Momplex in 2021 as a safe space to admit that while I adore my kids, I wasn’t always loving motherhood—and how that honesty became a movement for...
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WTF is in Retrograde?! Using Astrology to Survive Motherhood
It's another honest, raw conversation. This time with Lauren Degolia, a fellow mom and the self-proclaimed Chief Expansion Officer. Together, we unpack the often-unspoken challenges of motherhood—burnout, postpartum depression, toxic work experiences, and the external pressures moms face. Lauren...
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When You’re ‘Fine’: Identifying the Sneaky Triggers of Mom Burnout
I talk honestly about how overwhelming life can feel, especially during busy seasons like May when it seems like everything happens at once. Despite my best self-care efforts—hydrating, sleeping well, and taking supplements—I still found myself completely exhausted, wanting nothing more than to...
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Why Healing Yourself Helps Your Whole Family with Melissa Armstrong
I welcomed Melissa Armstrong, whose journey from childhood trauma to holistic healing is both heartbreaking and inspiring. Listening to Melissa recount her experiences—facing family adversity, surviving a school shooting, and enduring the devastating loss of her brother—reminded me how resilient…
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Choose You: Why Self-Trust Is the New Self-Improvement
I welcome you to 2026 with my mantra, "2026: I choose me," inviting moms to stop abandoning themselves and to embrace their true selves. I rejected New Year's resolutions rooted in shame and ego, urging soul-led goals and specific intentions. I shared personal stories—choosing to wear a bright…
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5 Messages Your Higher Self Needs You to Hear Before 2026
I tuned into my higher self and spirit guides to share five guiding themes for the year ahead. I talk about releasing the extra pressure we carry, trusting the natural timing of things instead of forcing outcomes, and widening our focus so life feels richer and more balanced. I encourage opening…
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Feeling Like Sh*t Isn’t Normal: How to Get Healthier, Happier & Hotter with Functional Practitioner Layne VanLieshout
I chatted with functional practitioner Layne Vanlieshout about reclaiming health as a mom. I opened up about how exhaustion, brain fog, bloating, and being dismissed by doctors had become normalized — and Lane shared her own turning point of panic attacks and mysterious symptoms that conventional...
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What Healthy Boundaries Actually Look Like at the Holidays
As a mom, I know the holiday season can be overwhelming. We're constantly juggling expectations from family, social media, and our own hearts, trying to create the perfect experience. In this episode, I share my journey of learning to set boundaries and protect my energy. I've realized that...
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The Hardest Help: A Story of Alcoholism, Loss & Hope with Holly Thorton
I wanted to create a space for Holly to share her vulnerable story about losing her husband to alcoholism at just 36 years old. Through our conversation, we explored the complex journey of supporting a loved one struggling with addiction, the importance of trusting your instincts, and how moms…
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Raising Teens in a Complicated World with LMFT Sari Rose Barron
Sari Rose Barron, LMFT, is the Founder and Director of SoCal Individual, Family, & Trauma Therapy, a group practice dedicated to trauma-informed care. An EMDR Certified Therapist and EMDRIA Approved Consultant, Sari is a nationally recognized expert in trauma who trains clinicians across the...
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The Mom’s Guide to Reclaiming Joy in Motherhood with Whitney Baker
I brought Whitney Baker on to explore a critical issue for moms: how we lose ourselves in the chaos of motherhood. We dove deep into the ways moms run on autopilot, constantly doing for everyone else while neglecting their own needs. Whitney helped me articulate something I've felt deeply - that...
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Protecting Your Peace: Scottie’s Guide to Authentic Living
I share a personal journey of self-discovery and the importance of trusting myself. After experiencing a friend's devastating loss, I realized life is too short to chase external validation through Instagram followers or perfect holiday performances. I've learned that what truly matters is being...
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The Truth About Balancing Business and Big Dreams with Megan Tobler
I spoke with Megan Tobler, host of the Self StartHER podcast, shares her transformative journey from a high-powered corporate sales career to becoming a mompreneur. After being laid off while pregnant, she realized she could redefine success on her own terms. She created the Together community to...
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How To Say No and Keep The Peace This Holiday
I'm diving deep into the art of saying no during the holiday season. As a mom who's been a chronic people-pleaser, I've learned that saying yes when you mean no only leads to resentment and exhaustion. I share my personal journey of trying to make everyone happy during my parents' divorce, and…
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The 5 Pillars of Health (That Actually Fit Into Mom Life) with Stella Bergan
I had the incredible Stella Taylor Bergen join me to discuss health beyond traditional metrics. Stella is a Health and Human Performance Specialist working with a wide range of clients from teens looking to get in shape and improve their sports performance to some of Silicon Valley’s top…
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The Toxic Instagram Mom Lies keeping you STUCK
I'm uncovering the toxic world of mom reels on social media. You know those hilarious videos of moms in messy kitchens making jokes about never peeing alone? I'm calling them out. While they make us laugh, they're secretly convincing us to settle for a life of constant exhaustion and martyrdom.…
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Maxed Out? It’s Not You—It’s the “I Can’t” Lie
I dive deep into the reality of burnout for modern moms. I challenge the dangerous "I can't" mindset that keeps us stuck, exhausted, and disconnected from ourselves. Drawing from my personal experience of feeling overwhelmed while standing in a messy kitchen late one night, I expose how burnout...
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How to Take Your Power Back—Simply w/ Coach Kristine Gardner
I spoke with Kristine Gardner, a wellness coach who helps women over 40 reclaim their joy and live their best lives. We dove deep into the power of morning routines and positive thinking. Christine shared simple yet transformative tips like drinking water, saying "Today is going to be a great…
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You've Launched Them Successfully, Now What?
As a mom who’s poured my heart and soul into raising my kids, I know firsthand how challenging it is when they leave home. This episode is my honest reflection on the identity shift that comes with launching your children into the world. I share my own experiences—like the strange feeling of...
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21 Years of Marriage… and the One Thing I’ve Learned After Kids
I want to share my insights on maintaining a strong marriage after having kids. Marriage is like a team sport, and the key is remembering you're on the same team. In my 21-year marriage, I've learned that small moments matter more than grand gestures. Flirting, supporting each other, and...
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September Is a Mom’s Hunger Games — Here’s How to Win
I know how overwhelming it can feel to juggle school, sports, work, and family life. In this episode, I share my own experiences—like dropping my daughter at college while my boys started school without me—and the realization that simply pushing through isn’t sustainable. I want you to thrive…
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Why Are There So Many Freaking Apps for Sports?
As a mom navigating the chaotic world of youth sports, I'm overwhelmed by the endless apps, group chats, and logistical nightmares. Managing my kids' sports schedules feels like running a Fortune 500 company from my car, with nothing but a team hat as compensation. I've found myself drowning in...
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Why You Are Still Exhausted No Matter How Much You Sleep
Hope Pedraza joins me to talk about the struggles so many of us face—exhaustion, brain fog, and low energy, especially as mothers. Hope is a Certified Holistic Nutritionist, a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner, a Board Certified Holistic Health Practitioner, and the founder of…
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Stop Calling It 'Just Mom Life' — It’s Slowly Killing You
As a mom and host of the Momplex Podcast, I’m passionate about helping other mothers rediscover their joy and confidence. In this episode, I call out the myth that feeling exhausted and overwhelmed is just “mom life.” I share my own struggles with burnout, brain fog, and constant stress, and how…
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How to Talk to Your Kids About Loss—When the World Feels Scary and Sad
As a mom and host of the Momplex Podcast, I know how heavy grief can feel, especially when it touches our children. In this episode, I share my own journey navigating loss and offer practical ways to help our kids process grief. I believe in being honest with our children—using clear, simple…
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How to Offer Comfort to Those Who Are Hurting (Without Making It About Us)
This is about the challenging topic of grief and supporting loved ones through loss. I share insights on how to genuinely help friends and family experiencing profound sadness, emphasizing the importance of showing up consistently and authentically. I offer practical advice like saying the loved...
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When Grief Happens: How to Feel It
I open my heart to talk about something we all experience—grief and loss. Whether it’s a personal tragedy, a heartbreaking news story, or the quiet ache of change, grief touches us all. I share my own feelings and invite you to honor yours, reminding you that you’re not alone. Together, we…
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The Power of Trying New Things as a Mom
After feeling disconnected and overwhelmed by the demands of motherhood, I embarked on a six-month certification journey, learning NLP, EFT, hypnotherapy, and coaching techniques. I candidly discuss how I was neglecting myself, carrying stress, and losing my identity amidst the chaos of raising...
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So this is what they call a Feed Drop in the podcast world. It's when a podcast shares an episode from another podcast directly into its own feed. This means that listeners of one show will see and be able to listen to an episode from a different podcast, usually as a way to introduce them to new...
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Mastering Communication with Your Kids
Once again I dive into the deep end of parenting as our kids grow and push boundaries. I share my own experiences and mistakes, emphasizing the importance of open communication and not taking our children’s behavior personally. I discuss how our approach must evolve as our kids mature, and how...
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Traveling with Kids: How to Love & Embrace it at any stage!
I dive deep into the realities of traveling with kids—from toddlers to grown children—and how these trips can be both chaotic and magical. I share my own experiences and honest truths about the challenges moms face, like packing for toddlers, managing expectations, and finding moments of…
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How to Embrace the Summer Slowdown (summer series 3)
As a mom, navigating the end of the school year and the start of summer, I'm sharing my insights on how we can avoid burnout and truly enjoy this season. In this episode,, I dive deep into the importance of slowing down and giving ourselves and our kids a much-needed break. Summer isn't about...
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Breaking the Busy Cycle: A Mom's Guide (smr detox part 2)
A deep dive into the culture of busyness and its impact on our nervous system. As a mom, I've struggled with the addiction to being constantly productive, believing my worth was tied to my to-do list. I share my personal journey of realizing how chronic stress and the need to always be doing...
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Embracing Boredom: A Summer Guide for Parents (summer detox series part 1)
Summer break is here, and I'm diving deep into the magic of boredom! As a mom, I used to panic every time my kids said they were bored, rushing to fill every moment with activities. But I've learned something powerful: boredom isn't the enemy—it's actually medicine for our souls. In this episode,...
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Why It’s Totally Normal to Be Sad AND Excited That School’s Out
As a mom navigating the end of the school year, I'm feeling every emotion possible right now. June has arrived, and I'm simultaneously exhausted and overwhelmed. My nervous system is completely fried from the chaos of May - field days, final projects, teacher gifts, and endless schedules. I'm...
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I’m a Bad MFer & Other Mantras I’m Giving My Kids
As a mom and life coach, I'm passionate about understanding the power of our subconscious mind. I've learned that 95% of our thoughts, actions, and feelings are controlled by our subconscious, which means we're essentially living out a script written long ago. By changing our internal dialogue…
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Five Mindset Shifts Every Overwhelmed Mama Needs (Especially Right Now)
Feeling like May might actually break you?Mama, you are so not alone. Between school wrapping up, schedules blowing up, and the mental load hitting new levels—this season is A LOT. But here’s the good news: you don’t have to white-knuckle your way through it or wait til it's over to feel…
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The Green Door Life Vision for Strength and Nutrition
I'm diving deep into the real talk about motherhood, health, and reclaiming our bodies. I sit down with Shannon Morse and Lisa Kirby, founders of the Green Door Life, to have the conversation I wish someone had with me years ago. We're not talking about another diet hack or magic pill, but real...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Welcome to MOMPLEX, a podcast dedicated to helping moms in all stages of motherhood and life. While motherhood is a blessing and a gift, it doesn’t always feel like that. You are raising a human; the stakes have never been higher! I am Scottie Durrett; I am a certified Health and Life Coach, Mom Mentor, and mom of 3, and each week, I dive into ONE topic that will help YOU turn off survival mode as a mom and learn how to THRIVE in your life. When you thrive, so do your kids!
Connect: https://www.instagram.com/scottiedurrett/
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Welcome to MOMPLEX, a podcast dedicated to helping moms in all stages of motherhood and life. While motherhood is a blessing and a gift, it doesn’t always feel like that. You are raising a human; the stakes have never been higher! I am Scottie Durrett; I am a certified Health and Life Coach, Mom...
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