Self Design Mom Podcast

In this episode, I talk with Michelle Karbonik, a human service counsellor, retired social worker, and early childhood educator. She shares her personal experience with burnout and how it changed the way she approaches helping others. Now working as a life coach, facilitator, and crisis support trainer, Michelle focuses on the importance of self-care. We talk about how easy it is to put yourself last, and why taking care of yourself first is so important if you want to support your family, and others.

I first met Gisele at a local wellness fair while getting my very first reading — and I just knew I had to invite her on the show. Gisele is a spiritual coach, medium, and energy healer, and in this episode she shares why our energy as moms plays such a powerful role in the well-being of our families. She opens up about what led her into this work, the ways energy can shift the atmosphere in our homes, and how we can start paying attention to and caring for our own energy. If you’ve ever felt like your mood or stress level sets the tone for the whole house, this conversation will give you insight (and comfort!) that you’re not imagining it.

Making friends as an adult can feel challenging, especially when life shifts and your social circle changes. But building new, meaningful connections later in life is absolutely possible — and often deeply rewarding. In this episode, I’m joined by Laura Aiello, a wellness expert with over 30 years of experience in fitness, health, and personal growth. After a major life transition left her starting over socially, Laura had to rebuild her friendships from the ground up. She shares what that journey looked like — and the simple, intentional ways she created new connections. We explore: How friendship evolves as we move through different stages of life. Laura’s personal story of rebuilding her support system. Practical, real-life tips for making new friends in a way that feels natural and comfortable. If you’ve ever felt unsure about how to meet new people or reconnect socially, this conversation offers real insight, inspiration, and encouragement for wherever you are in your journey. Links & Freebies: → Grab my free cheat sheet: How to Say No Without Feeling Bad → Come join the Self Design Mom Facebook group  Here's how to connect with Laura Aiello: email:  [email protected] website: https://laylowellness.com/ linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauraaiello/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laylo.wellness/?hl=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcG5nGBwj6UB59Hh-cPLkag Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/laura.aiello.71/ Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/LAYLOwellness Calendar scheduling link: https://calendly.com/laylowellness/30

When Lise Cormier’s nursing career came to an end, it felt like a loss—but it turned out to be a blessing. With her kids grown and her identity shifting, she began exploring breathwork, energy healing, and holistic wellness—and slowly found her way back to herself. Now a holistic practitioner, Lise helps others feel more balanced, energized, and grounded in who they are. She practices a wide range of healing modalities including: 🌿 Reiki 🌿 Metamorphic Touch 🌿 Skeletal Realignment 🌿 SAC 🌿 Raindrop Massage with Hot Stones 🌿 Reflexology 🌿 Breathwork Facilitation ✨ Curious, have questions, or just want to connect? Lise truly loves helping people and welcomes anyone who’s interested in learning more. 📩 Contact Lise: 📧 Email: [email protected] 📱 Call or text: 506-961-2277 💬 Messenger: Find her on Facebook search Lise Cormier

Feeling Scattered? This One’s for You. Ever feel like your brain has 27 tabs open and nothing’s loading? 😅 I sat down with mental performance coach Alain Cormier, who works with elite athletes to build focus, confidence, and a mindset that actually sticks — and his advice is pure gold. 🎧 Quick heads-up: I had a tech glitch on my end, so my audio isn’t the best (still listenable!) — but Alain’s is crystal clear, and that’s what really matters. We talk about: ✨ How to find flow even in chaos ✨ Mindset tools that actually work in real life ✨ Why perfection isn’t the goal — presence is Whether you’re juggling work, kids, goals (or all of the above), you’ll get something real from this convo. 🎯 Hit play and let me know: What’s one thing you could to try?

Ever start a new habit and then completely fall off a week later? Same. In this episode, I’m sharing what finally helped me actually stick to new habits—like how I changed my mindset and lost 80 pounds (without going all-or-nothing). I talk about something called the law of sustainment—but don’t worry, I break it down in everyday language so it makes sense. If you're trying to stay consistent with something new, this one's for you. 

Welcome to Self Design Mom! In this first episode, I’m sharing why I started this podcast, what “getting your pink back” means, and how this space can support you. If you’ve ever felt lost after giving so much to everyone else, you’re not alone. We’ll talk self-care, mindset, and finding yourself again — one small step at a time. Let’s do this together.