362. Did We Just Create A Cult? Dirty Talk, Friendship, Business + Motherhood Chat with Alexandria Maria + Mel Wells
Mar 21, 2024
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Join a candid chat with friends covering intimacy, business, motherhood, and grief. Discover how they unintentionally formed a close community in Austin and debate if it's a cult. Get tips on balancing motherhood and success, dirty talk in the bedroom, and advice for starting a business from scratch.
Prioritizing motherhood and success in career design is achievable through intentional life choices.
Building genuine friendships requires embracing differences, fostering growth through diverse perspectives.
Approaching conflicts with vulnerability and sincerity fosters deeper connections and quicker resolutions.
Reflecting on contrasting maternal influences shapes individual approaches to balancing entrepreneurship and family life.
Deep dives
Influences of Role Models on Motherhood and Entrepreneurship
The speaker reflects on positive experiences gained from her mother's entrepreneurship at home, where she actively participated in her mom's business activities focused on creating packets and engaging with moms and babies. Witnessing her mom's ability to balance work and family life inspires the speaker to prioritize being present for her own child while pursuing a successful business career. She admires her mother's resilience and adaptability as she navigated different business ventures, emphasizing the importance of pivoting and reinventing oneself.
Building Friendships Amidst Differences and Confidence
The podcast delves into building meaningful friendships based on differences and acceptance. The speaker acknowledges the significance of confidence in oneself to prevent judgment of others' diverse beliefs and approaches. Embracing contrasting viewpoints fosters growth and learning within relationships, allowing for open conversations and expanding perspectives without criticism or divisiveness.
Softening Approach in Resolving Conflicts
The discussion highlights the importance of adopting a softer, more vulnerable approach when navigating conflicts or disagreements. By entering interactions with a softened demeanor, speaking from the heart, and expressing intentions sincerely, individuals can foster genuine connections and quicker resolutions. The emphasis lies on prioritizing connection over being right, leading to deeper understanding and stronger relationships.
Lessons Learned from Personal Experiences of Motherhood
Drawing from personal experiences with their mothers, the speakers share contrasting influences on their motherhood journeys. One speaker recounts a positive influence from her mother's ability to manage work from home while being present for her children, inspiring a balance between entrepreneurship and family life. In contrast, another speaker reflects on a challenging upbringing marked by financial struggles and single motherhood, shaping her determination to provide a different experience for her own child by prioritizing stability and resilience in motherhood.
Navigating Independence and Empathy Through Family Influence
The episode delves into the speaker's reflection on their family member's struggles, which instilled a drive for independence and empathy towards others facing hardships. Witnessing the challenges faced fostered a desire to create a different life, emphasizing the importance of freedom and financial stability to avoid similar struggles.
Supporting Women in Cultivating Independence and Fulfillment
The conversation transitions to empowering women to attain autonomy and make choices that align with their well-being, aiming to break free from restrictive environments. The speaker expresses dedication towards assisting women in achieving empowerment, financial security, and the ability to make their own decisions, fostering a sense of strength and fulfillment.
Embracing Change, Grief, and Transformation
In exploring the themes of grief and transformative shifts, the episode advocates for embracing change and surrendering to the emotions of loss and growth. It highlights the importance of navigating grief without rushing forward, allowing oneself to fully experience the process while seeking support, introspection, and lessons in the midst of life's transitions.
Grab a cup of coffee or glass of wine because this episode is the ultimate friend chat about everything from business to dirty talk (yes we go there.) I did a live podcast with two of my closest friends in Austin, Alex Maria and Mel Wells, and we answer your questions about everything from intimacy, to business + identity shifts in motherhood, to our advice on finding people to create deep friendships with. If you’re looking for an instant mood boost, hit play.
HIGHLIGHTS
How we basically created a commune with our friends in Austin (and if it’s actually a cult)
How to design your life to prioritize motherhood + be wildly successful
The biggest misconception I had before becoming a mom
Quick tips on dirty talk in the bedroom (yes we go there!)
Ways we’ve navigated transitions and seasons of grief
Advice we would give someone starting their business from scratch today
RESOURCES + LINKS
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