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Torn: Finding a Mom Life Balance
by Torn
Motherhood can often leave a woman feeling torn between her emotions and reality, her job and personal life, friends and family. On Torn: Finding a Mom Life Balance, hosts Athena, and Mims share their journey, laugh their woes away, and dismantle the deceptions of motherhood by giving a new voice to mommy-hood. Cover art photo provided by Logos on the Go
Episodes
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Episode #190: Struggling with Fall Overwhelm: Awareness
Summer is over, routines are back—and somehow we’re already overwhelmed. This week, Athena and Mims kick off a new series about navigating fall overwhelm. From school schedules, extracurriculars, work responsibilities, family celebrations, holidays, finances, and the everyday mental load, this...
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#189: Making Summer Work While We Work: Before You Book the Camp
School just started, so why are we already talking about summer camp and childcare? Because your opportunity to financially plan for next summer may happen months before summer arrives. This week, Athena and Mims are talking about Dependent Care elections—a benefit many working parents may have...
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#188: [What’s Not on] the Back to School List?
The pencils are sharpened, the backpacks are packed, and the calendars are already overflowing—but what about the things that aren’t on the school supply list? This week, Athena and Mims talk about creating the real back-to-school checklist: the people, systems, boundaries, and communication that...
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#187: Why Didn’t I Just Ask?
Why is asking for help sometimes harder than doing everything ourselves? This week, we unpack what keeps us from making the ask- from fear of rejection and inconveniencing others to vulnerability, trust, and the pressure to keep all the plates spinning. We reflect on knowing our people…
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#186: Not Just Your Summer Packet: Creative Summer Reading and Math for Children
Summer learning doesn't have to look like worksheets. The best lessons often happen through curiosity, play, and everyday life. This week, Athena and Mims share creative ways to keep reading and math alive over summer break—without turning them into chores. From researching the perfect family dog...
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Episode 184: Bedtime Battles: Surviving Summer Nights
Summer break brings freedom, flexibility… and bedtime battles. This week, Athena and Mims unpack the challenge of balancing late summer nights with the routines everyone needs to thrive. From teenagers staying up until 1:00 a.m. to younger kids catching a “second wind,” they explore how every...
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REPLAY #160: Your Summer Toolkit — Supplies, Sanity & Structure
Revisiting a previous episode from May 2025! In Episode 160 of Torn: Finding a Mom-Life Balance, Athena and Mims return for the second installment of their summer planning series, equipping the Torn Tribe with a practical and heartfelt Summer Toolkit designed to support families in three core...
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#183: Legacy Interview with Zeke & Sophie Grace
Legacy comes alive when we ask questions, listen closely, and make space for the stories our elders carry. In this special episode, Zeke and Sophie Grace join Torn for a legacy interview after speaking with their grandpas. From childhood memories in Jamaica and Chicago to hard work, patience,...
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#182: Legacy Starts at Home
Legacy is not just something we leave behind—it is something we build every day through our stories, values, relationships, traditions, and the way we show up for one another. In this episode, Athena and Mims reflect on the legacies that shaped them, from the strength of abuelas to the family...
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#181: The Power of a Pause
What happens when life is filled with so much goodness that you can no longer keep up with it? After an intentional break from the podcast, Athena and Mims return to share the real reason behind their pause. Between milestones, caregiving, work, celebrations, leadership, and everyday...
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#180: Am I Burnt Out or Just Busy?
🎙️ Episode Summary: Are you overwhelmed—or truly burnt out? In this episode, we break down the difference between normal stress and burnout, and how to recognize when your tank is truly empty. Busy vs. Burnout The invisible pressure of modern life. How burnout slowly creeps in ⚖️ Busy vs.…
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#179: Stop Stressing Me! Series – Why Am I Always on the Edge?
🎙️ Show Notes: In this episode, we we kickoff a series on stress by unpacking the invisible mental load of parenting, the pressure to “do it all,” and the societal systems that make it harder than it should be. From school schedules to work demands to self-imposed expectations—we’re naming it…
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🎙️#178 Slaying the Giants: Interview with Tom Ramsey
✨ Episode Summary This week on Torn: Finding a Mom-Life Balance, we continue our bullying series with special guest Tom Ramsey, a conflict resolution specialist and author of Slaying the Giants: The ABCs to Stop A Bully. Through personal stories and practical tools, we unpack how bullying impacts...
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#177: Part 2: Mixed Feelings- When Bullying Brings Up More Than One Emotion
Bullying does not just affect the child in the moment. It stirs up a whole wave of emotions for everyone involved — denial, disbelief, anger, sadness, guilt, and even confusion. In this episode, Athena and Mims continue the bullying series by unpacking the mixed feelings that surface when…
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#176: Awareness Is Protection: Intro to Series on Bullying
Bullying wasn’t top of mind… until it suddenly was. In this kickoff episode of our bullying series, Athena and Mims open an honest conversation about what bullying looks like today — and why awareness matters more than ever. From classroom dynamics and social media anonymity to leadership…
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Episode #175: The Practice of Journaling
Journaling can start as a locked diary with a tiny key… and grow into a lifeline. In this episode, Mimi and Athena reflect on how journaling has evolved from childhood “spill your guts” pages to a powerful practice for processing, creating, praying, and staying grounded—especially in motherhood...
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#174: Family Book Club
No pressure, Torn Tribe—this isn’t the kind of book club where you pretend you read the book. 😅 In this episode, Mimi and Athena share how a family “book club” can be a simple, organic way to build curiosity, connection, and conversation—without adding another assignment to your plate. Torn...
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#173: Taking Stock — A Family Reflection for the New Year
Happy New Year, Torn Tribe—and welcome to 2026 🎉 In this episode, Athena and Mims slow things down to do what we rarely make time for: reflect. Torn Thought: Take stock in the year that ended; do not leave it all behind Together, they walk through a family-friendly “taking stock”...
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#172: Words We Live By: Our Family Mantra
As the year comes to a close, Athena and Mims reflect on the words we speak—intentionally and unintentionally—over our homes. In this episode, they explore how family mantras, morning routines, shared symbols, and spoken affirmations shape the tone, culture, and identity of a family. They…
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#171: The Feedback Mirror III: Seeing the Results
In the final episode of The Feedback Mirror series, Athena and Mims reflect on what happens after feedback becomes a healthy, two-way practice in your home. From open communication to safer emotional spaces, they unpack the real results parents should expect when feedback is rooted in...
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#170 The Feedback Mirror II: What to Think About Before the Conversation
Before we sit our kids down for a “we need to talk” moment, there’s a lot to sort through in our own heads and hearts. In this episode, Athena and Mims get real about why timing, tone, and intent matter just as much as the actual words we say. Drawing from work performance cycles, adoption and...
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# 169: The Feedback Mirror: Seeing Ourselves & Our Kids More Clearly
This week, Athena & Mims kick off a new mini-series, The Feedback Mirror—how to give, receive, and use feedback at home without turning it into criticism or performance reviews. They unpack why feedback matters (growth over perfection), share real-life wins and flops from rushed mornings, and…
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#168: Behind the Screens: The Benefits of Boredom
“I’m boooored!” Sound familiar? Athena and Mims unpack why boredom isn’t a problem to solve—it’s a skill to practice. From resisting the quick-fix screen handoff to nudging kids toward self-directed play, they dive into how unfilled moments spark creativity, problem-solving, time management, and...
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#167:Behind the Screens: Risk & Regulations
In this episode, Athena and Mims dig into what screen time really does to kids’ language, learning, and emotional health—and how content + context matter as much as minutes. From co-viewing and pausing for real interaction to tone-checks, time-outs, and faith-framed routines, they share what’s...
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#166 Behind the Screens Series: Intro
In this kickoff to our “Behind the Screens” series, Athena and Mims unpack the messy middle of modern screen life—starting with the why. Do families need time limits, or is the bigger issue content and context? From Athena’s humbling phone-use self-audit to Mims’ reflections on social media’s...
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#165: Discipline & Boundaries: Finding the Sweet Spot
Theme: Navigating the balance between structure and empathy. Positive Discipline That Works: Creative consequences that teach, not punish From Meltdowns to Mindfulness: Helping kids regulate emotions during tantrums or defiance Back-to-school season is here and the routines are rolling in. This...
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#164: How Siblings Shape Who We Become (and How We Parent)
Athena and Mims dive into sibling dynamics: rivalry vs. healthy competition, birth-order tendencies (oldest/middle/youngest/only), and practical ways to nurture lasting sibling bonds. With candid stories (board-game meltdowns, back-to-school budgeting, “alpha dog” energy in all-boy homes, and...
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#163: Growth in the Chaos — How Our Parenting Has Inspired Our Personal Evolution
Episode 163: Growth in the Chaos — How Our Parenting Has Inspired Our Personal Evolution 🎙 Torn Thought: “Parenting stretches us in ways we didn’t expect—growth isn’t optional, but what we do with it is.” 🌱 Theme Parenting may feel chaotic, lonely, and overwhelming, but it’s also a catalyst for...
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#162: Back to Our Roots – Parenting Without the Mask
🎙️ Episode 162: Back to Our Roots – Parenting Without the Mask After a long summer pause, Athena and Mims return to the mic to revisit why they started Torn in the first place—creating a safe, judgment-free space to talk about the messy, beautiful truth of parenting. From unfiltered confessions…
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Summer Pause Update 2025
Summer Pause Update 🌞 Hey Torn Tribe! We wanted to share a quick note: We experienced some unexpected illness and complications that kept us from recording and releasing our planned June 18th episode. Thanks for your patience and understanding! We will be taking a summer pause as we have made...
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#161: Halfway There: Parenting Resets for the Rest of the Year
🎧 Episode 161: Halfway There: Parenting Resets for the Rest of the Year 🎙️This episode is your mid-year check-in with Athena and Mims as they reflect on wins, changes, and challenges from January through June. From recital nerves to lunch menu debates, to supporting adult children and…
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#160: Your Summer Toolkit — Supplies, Sanity & Structure
In Episode 160 of Torn: Finding a Mom-Life Balance, Athena and Mims return for the second installment of their summer planning series, equipping the Torn Tribe with a practical and heartfelt Summer Toolkit designed to support families in three core areas: Supplies, Sanity, and Structure. 🧠 Torn...
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#159: Mother's Day Offering Part I: Easing into Summer with Intention and Clarity
🎙️ Episode 159: Mother's Day Offering Part I: Easing into Summer with Intention and Clarity In this all-new episode of Torn: Finding a Mom-Life Balance, co-hosts Athena and Mims gift the Torn Tribe a much-needed summer planning reset. With school winding down, it's easy to feel the pressure—but...
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#158 Active Spring Reflection
🎙️ New Episode Alert! Spring is in the air—and with it comes a fresh opportunity to reflect. In this episode of Torn: Finding a Mom-Life Balance, co-hosts Athena and Mims explore what it means to engage in active reflection during the spring season. As the school year winds down, they share real...
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#157 REPLAY #98 - A Note of Gratitude
🔁 REPLAY Episode #98: A Note of Gratitude 💭 Special Note: Gratitude and anxiety take up the same residency in our brains—they can’t coexist. So when anxiety starts to creep in, let it be a signal to invite gratitude in. Practicing gratitude is one of the most powerful ways to guard your mind…
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#156 Women's History Month: The Power of Her Love Part II
🎙️ New Episode Alert! Women’s History Month: The Power of Her Love (Part II) In this powerful continuation of our Women’s History Month celebration, Torn: Finding a Mom-Life Balance co-hosts Athena and Mims explore the trailblazing parenting models shaped by extraordinary women who’ve influenced...
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#155 Women's History Month: The Power of Her Love Part I
🎙️In this special Women’s History Month episode of Torn: Finding a Mom-Life Balance, co-hosts Athena and Mims reflect on the incredible women who have shaped their parenting journey. Discover the lessons they’ve learned from these inspiring figures—their wisdom, strength, and nurturing…
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#154 Is Self-Doubt Driving My Parenting?
🎙️ New Episode Alert! Is Self-Doubt Driving My Parenting? Join co-hosts Athena and Mims in this bi-weekly installment of Torn: Finding a Mom-Life Balance as they dive into the impact of self-doubt in parenting. Learn how to recognize moments when self-doubt takes over, define its role in your...
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#153 Is Balance Even Possible?
Join co-hosts Athena and Mims in this bi-weekly installment of Torn: Finding a Mom-Life Balance as they dive into the question: Is "Mom-Life Balance" even possible? 💭✨ Listen in as they unpack how balance became part of the podcast title and how their conversations, interviews, and real-life...
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#152 Interview with Betsie Barker: The Gift of Hospitality
Join cohost Athena and Mims for an interview. Betsie Barker has an approachable style of hospitality that inspired Athena to reconsider what it takes and how to to embrace imparting the gift of hospitality. Listen in to hear how Batsie approaches preparation to host, shares that experience with…
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#151 Kicking Off 2025
Join cohost Athena and Mims in their first new episode of 2025. Learn their words for the year and why they encourae the Torn Tribe to consider choosing a word of focus or theme for the year. How do you start the year with purpose and intention? What are you working to manifest in 2025? Check out...
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#150 REPLAY #101 Start of 2023 Inventory
Join cohost Athena and Mims in their first episode of the new year (2023). Hear the intentions they set for personal growth, quality time and mindset shifts for themselves that will surely influence their families and specifically share a model for their children to be reflective and intentional...
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#149 REPLAY: #47 Grandma Got Run Over By a Reindeer
Join hosts Athena and Mims as they consider how to spread grace with the octogenarians of the family- what would the holidays be without the older generation and the memories we keep making together each year while near or far. Reach out with feedback, torn moments or mends to [email protected] -...
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#148 2024 Round Up
Join cohosts, Athena and Mims for this bi-weekly installment. As we close out 2024, we’re taking a moment to reflect and connect with you, our Torn Tribe. In this special episode, we’ll revisit the parenting wins, challenges, and day-to-day moments that were shaped by this year’s podcast…
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#147 The Push & Pull: Torn by Indecision
Join cohosts, Athena and Mims for this bi-weekly installment unpacking indecision inspired by The Hidden Brain Podcast Episode "Emotions 2.0: The Benefits of Mixed Emotions". What do you think about indecision? How do you view the indecisive? Perhaps this episode will help you reframe your view…
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#146 Wadrobe Hacks for the Parent Stylist
Join cohosts, Athena and Mims for an episode about strategies for shopping for your growing children for various seasons, growth spirts and unique preferences. Tune in to hear some tips and hacks for tackling the wardrobe they will wear with less stress. What are your go to shops and brands that...
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#145 If Jesus Talked To You About Mom Guilt, What Would He Say?
Join cohosts, Athena and Mims for their reflection inspired by a devotional prompt in Strength in All Seasons by Julie Lavender: "If Jesus Talked To You About Mom Guilt, What Would He Say?". What might this perspective offer? How do the sisters define "mom guilt"? What causes it? How do we…
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#144 You Are Worthy of A Mend
Join cohosts Athena and Mims for this closer examination of the "Mend" they are often advising the Torn Tribe to embrace. Why mend? What does mending mean to you? What can often stand in the way of mending? The susters encourage you to intentionally make time to mend and resist the urge to want…
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#143 Interview with Rotem Magen, Child Therapist and Family Counselor
Join cohosts Athena and Mims for an interview with a parental consultant and child therapist, Rotem Magen, from Israel. Rotem specializes in parenting through separation and divorce. She is married and has 5 children. Rotem has her private parenting consultant company, Hakol Kashur which means...
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#142 Spotlight on a Cohost: Athena
Join cohost Athena and Mims in this episode spotlighting one of the cohost, Athena. Learn about the experiences and influences that motivated Athena to pursue athletics, a major in international business and how she was guided to became a consultant. Listen as Athena reflects on her strength in...
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Motherhood can often leave a woman feeling torn between her emotions and reality, her job and personal life, friends and family. On Torn: Finding a Mom Life Balance, hosts Athena, and Mims share their journey, laugh their woes away, and dismantle the deceptions of motherhood by giving a new voice to mommy-hood. Cover art photo provided by Logos on the Go
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