Have you ever noticed that some of the parents in Disney movies…aren’t exactly the best role models?

They love their kids deeply, but their fears, expectations, and blind spots often get in the way of connection. As I rewatched a few of these classics recently, I couldn’t help but think, "These parents could really use the Self-Assured Motherhood program!"

In this episode, I’m sharing three SAM principles through the lens of Disney families—because studying cartoon characters makes everything more fun (and surprisingly relatable!):

🌊 Moana and the importance of Voicing Your Values—so family conflict becomes easier to navigate

☃️ Frozen and how to Support Their Struggles—instead of trying to “fix” everything for our kids

🐻 Brave and why we need to Gather the Good—to shift our focus from nagging to noticing strengths

For full show notes, including takeaways, click ⁠here⁠.

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Announcements:

🧐 Don’t forget: the week this episode is released, I’m also offering my free masterclass: How to Lighten the Mental Load of Motherhood. You’ll leave with simple, practical tools to make your daily life feel lighter.

🎁 Plus, we’ll be giving away a free Skylight Calendar to someone who shows up live at each class! You can sign up ⁠⁠here⁠⁠!

🎉 Enrollment for Self-Assured Motherhood (SAM) is officially open! This live 6-month program will guide you step by step through the SAM6 framework, giving you tools to feel clearer about your values, more confident in your choices, and more steady in the ups and downs of motherhood. Doors only open once a year and will close on September 22, 2025!

👉Learn more or sign up at 3in30podcast.com/sam.

Related Episodes:

438: How Soul-Care Can Help You Enjoy Motherhood More: Real Stories from Moms Like You // SAM Sisters

389: I’m a Seasoned Mom. Is SAM for me? // Wanda Opitz, SAM Alumni

316: Considering the SAM Program? You MUST listen to this.

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