Life Happens with Barb & Michelle
Life Happens with Barb & Michelle is a podcast hosted by a mother-daughter duo who share insights on personal growth, mental health, and navigating life's ups and downs. They draw from their experiences as co-founders of Peaceful Mind Peaceful Life to discuss authenticity, change, and resilience. Each episode offers heartfelt conversations and practical inspiration for living a meaningful life.
Episodes
Make Your Mental Health Practice Your Own, Not Someone Else's
"I'm okay with people having their opinions … but I'm not okay with them saying it's the only way." – BarbIn this week's episode of Life Happens with Barb and Michelle, the mother-daughter duo get personal about mental health, asking for help, and how to make practices feel like your own.Michelle gets vulnerable, sharing her experience with the loudest voices in the self-help world. They
Overcoming Overwhelm: Finding Calm in a Chaotic World with Cory Allen
"People are walking around asking, 'Is it okay if I'm just me?'" – Cory AllenIn this week's episode of Life Happens with Barb and Michelle, Barb and Michelle are joined by Cory Allen, author of The Quiet Age: Creating a Calm Life in a Chaotic World, for an honest, relatable conversation about mindfulness and emotional well-being.The mother-daughter duo and Cory explore what persistent dig
Why Mothers Feel Like They're Losing Their Minds with Libby Ward
In today’s episode of Life Happens with Barb and Michelle, Barb and Michelle are joined by writer, speaker, and advocate Libby Ward, author of Honest Motherhood: On Losing My Mind and Finding Myself. In a deeply moving and vulnerable conversation, we talk about the realities of modern motherhood, including the mental load, overwhelm, the pressure to do it all, and what it takes to let go
Kelly Rizzo on Public Grief, Anxiety, and Rebuilding Life After Tragedy
On this week’s episode of Life Happens with Barb and Michelle, Barb and Michelle are joined by Kelly Rizzo, host of the podcast Comfort Food and widow of beloved comedian Bob Saget.In this vulnerable conversation about grief and loss, Kelly shares the deep love she had for Bob, the heartbreak that followed his death in 2022, and how she continues to manage her relationship with grief and
Dr. Shefali: “We are in a Cultural Parental Emergency”
Have you ever found yourself thinking… I’m trying so hard to be a good parent, so why does it feel like I'm constantly struggling to connect with my child?In today’s episode of Life Happens with Barb and Michelle, Barb and Michelle are joined by clinical psychologist, New York Times bestselling author, and founder of the conscious parenting movement, Dr. Shefali. Celebrating the launch of
Rewiring the Brain: The Power of Affirmations & Creating New Neural Pathways - Part 2
Have you ever found yourself thinking—I’m stuck in old thought patterns, so how do I actually change my mind and heal from past trauma?On today’s episode of Life Happens with Barb and Michelle, Barb and Michelle continue the conversation in Part 2 of their Rewiring the Brain series, diving deeper into brain health, trauma, and the science of rewiring your mind. Opening up about personal e
How to Rewire Your Brain - Mindfulness & Neuroplasticity: Part 1
Have you ever found yourself thinking, I’m getting older, but what can I actually do right now to protect my memory and keep my brain healthy?On today’s episode of Life Happens with Barb and Michelle, Barb and Michelle dive into a deeply personal conversation about women's brain health, cognitive aging, and the fear of losing your mind. Inspired by turning 70 and navigating a major life t
When Stress and Overwhelm Show Up
You've done the work. Everything should be easy now, right?On today’s episode of Life Happens with Barb and Michelle, Barb and Michelle explore what happens when stress and overwhelm show up, even when you’ve been doing the work, and challenge the common misconception that mindfulness “fixes everything.” In a real time moment during the recording, Barb becomes overwhelmed and asks to paus
Pick Your Battles: Strengthening Discernment to Manage Triggers (Re-Release)
Today’s episode is a special re-release about one of our most powerful tools; discernment. You don’t have to attend every argument you’re invited to. 💭In this episode of Life Happens with Barb & Michelle, we’re diving into how to protect your peace by picking your battles, knowing your triggers, setting boundaries, and loving people from afar.We continue our conversation on navig
Heidi Powell: The Truth About Perimenopause, Aging & Body Image
In this episode of Life Happens with Barb and Michelle, the duo welcomes transformation specialist, trainer, and author Heidi Powell for a candid, heartfelt conversation about navigating life's biggest transitions, aging, and reclaiming your self-worth.Heidi shares her personal journey through perimenopause, overcoming eating disorders, shifting her relationship with fitness, and how she
Why We Can’t Focus
There it is again – that phantom itch. Check email, then texts, then Instagram, then email again. The endless loop that pulls us from the moments we want to be present for to the things that are engineered to distract us. In this episode of Life Happens of Barb and Michelle, co-hosts and mother-daughter duo discuss the phenomenon of popcorn brain, or when your brain jumps from one th
The Art of the Pivot
We’ve all had the thought - is it too late? Too late to start again? In this episode of Life Happens with Barb & Michelle we emphatically answer this question: never. It’s never too late. This episode breaks down why it’s never too late to make changes big or small in your life and how viewing your life as “one big piece of art” each stroke is just as meaningful as the next. 
Why is It So Easy to Be Taken Advantage Of?
We’ve all felt that awful pang in our stomach. Our face might turn hot and red, we might get overwhelmingly anxious. Our body is giving us signals so we can see what is so often hard for us to accept - we’ve been taken advantage of. In this week’s episode of Life Happens with Barb & Michelle, mother daughter duo explore what Barb calls “one of the hardest conversations” the two h
Start Showing Up, Stop Settling
Does getting what you want feel impossible? Do you often settle just to save yourself from fear or failure? We all do. In this week’s episode of Life Happens with Barb & Michelle, we breakdown the ways in which we all get in our own way, preventing ourselves from getting what we want and truly deserve. How flakiness and people-pleasing can derail our paths if we don't actively pr
When Love Isn't Enough: How to Finally Let Go
What do you do when you know you need to let someone go but your heart isn’t ready yet? From realizing enough is enough to actually choosing your wellbeing over your comfort and feelings, today we’re breaking down how to let go of toxic relationships.In this week’s episode of Life Happens with Barb & Michelle, we explore the difficulties of ending an unhealthy relationship and a power
( Re-Release) 208 - Your Most Powerful Guide Is You - Leaning Into Your Intuition and Inner Voice
Join Michelle and Barb and revisit this special re-released episode. Your Gut-Feelings Are Guardian Angels—Learn to Trust Them. In this episode we unlock the power of your intuition and build unshakable self-trust, so your gut-feelings become your inner compass, guiding you to a more confident and aligned life. ⬇️✨ Available now - Dear Friend to receive daily doses of clarity, hope, and h
263 - Why Losing My Cat Hurt More Than Losing My Dad
Grief doesn't disappear, it changes form.After losing her beloved cat Charlotte at nearly 20 years old, Michelle was surprised by just how deeply the loss affected her. While it didn't mirror the grief she experienced after losing her father, it brought its own unique heartbreak and reminded her that pet grief is real, profound, and often misunderstood.In this deeply personal episode, Bar
262 - Should You Try to Fix Your Parents? (Q&A)
Should you try to fix your parents? Most people spend years trying. Here's what actually works — and what's just making it worse.In this candid Q&A episode, Barb and Michelle get into three questions that don't have easy answers:— Should you try to fix your parents (or your adult kids)? — Does emotional connection get harder the bigger your family gets? — How do you apologize to your
261 - 5 Signals That You Should Cut Someone Out of Your Life
If you've ever felt lighter in your life after removing someone from it — this episode explains why.Barb & Michelle get real about the 5 signals that it might be time to cut someone out of your life — and why knowing the signals is only half the battle. This episode covers the guilt, the fantasy that people will change, the sunk cost of long relationships, and how to actually do it in
260 - The Stuff Your Parents Were Too Scared to Say
There are conversations every parent knows they should have — and most of them never do. In this episode of Life Happens with Barb & Michelle, mother and daughter go deep on the exact things they wish someone had said to them before life had to teach them the hard way.From family alcoholism surfacing after a 15-year-old's first drunken night, to growing up with two alcoholic parents a
259 - The Truth About Becoming Your Mother w/ Jessi Cruickshank
Comedian Jessi Cruickshank joins Barb and Michelle backstage at Lynn University for a raw, funny, and unexpectedly emotional conversation about motherhood, performance, anxiety, and becoming the women their mothers raised them to be.From professional perfectionism to internet criticism, the conversation moves from hilarious behind-the-scenes moments into deeper reflections on identity, mi
258 - Alex Elle On How Your Closest Friends Might Be Holding You Back
Healthy relationships require honesty, reciprocity, and the courage to stop self-silencing. In this episode of Life Happens, Barb and Michelle sit down with Alex Elle to unpack what it really means to outgrow people, rebuild trust, and tell the truth in your relationships before resentment takes over. They discuss her new book, “The Company We Keep” which just launched today and can
257 - The Void After You Get What You Wanted
What happens after the book tour ends, the championship is won, and the calendar goes blank? Michelle opens up about the unexpected emptiness she felt after her biggest accomplishment, and Barb reveals something she has never experienced: a void. This mother-daughter conversation uncovers why success can feel like getting fired, what it means to live like you are running out of time, and
256 - Why Being Nice Is Getting Harder
Mean people are everywhere right now and the data confirms it. In this episode, Barb and Michelle unpack why cruelty seems to be escalating, breaking down the different types of mean people we all encounter and what actually drives their behavior. Barb shares a raw, personal story about being screamed at in a parking lot while her mother was dying in hospice, and what that moment taught h
255 - The Comparison Episode We Were Scared to Record
Comparison is the one emotion everybody feels and nobody admits to — and Barb Schmidt and Michelle Maros of Life Happens with Barb & Michelle were scared to record this episode for a reason. In this raw, unfiltered conversation, they unpack the jealousy, resentment, and quiet self-destruction that comparison leaves behind — and make a case that might surprise you by the end.From Miche
254 - Devi Brown On The Healing Advice That's Actually Keeping You Broken
You've read the books. You've tried the meditation. You've done the journaling, the breathwork, the therapy. So why do you still feel stuck?In this episode of Life Happens with Barb & Michelle, master well-being educator Devi Brown joins the conversation for one of the most honest discussions about healing we've ever had. Devi spent years teaching wellness to athletes, executives, and
253 - The Truth About Living with Your Mother (at 40)
Living with someone you love is supposed to be easy — until it isn't. In this episode of Life Happens with Barb & Michelle, hosts Barb Schmidt and Michelle Maros pull back the curtain on the two years they spent living together after a sudden condo flood turned a two-week crash pad into an unplanned life arrangement. What started as a temporary inconvenience became one of the most cha
252 - How Forgiving Too Fast Kept Me Stuck for 20 Years
What if the thing you've been told will set you free is actually keeping you stuck? What if forgiveness isn't even the goal?In this episode of Life Happens with Barb & Michelle, our hosts challenge everything we've been taught about forgiveness. Not the textbook version we learned as kids, but the real, messy, evolving kind that shows up after serious trauma, toxic relationships, and
251 - My Mom Hid a Family Secret for 20 Years…
Have you ever found out someone you love wasn't telling you the whole truth, and even though it wasn't malicious, something inside you shifted? That quiet crack in trust can change a relationship more than any dramatic betrayal ever could.In this episode of Life Happens with Barb & Michelle, this mother-daughter duo gets deeply personal about dishonesty. Not the headline-grabbing kind
250 - Why Betrayal Hurts Like a Physical Wound
What happens when the person you trusted completely becomes the source of your deepest wound? And what does it mean when you're the one who caused that kind of pain for someone else?In this episode of Life Happens with Barb & Michelle, our hosts go deep on one of the most universally painful human experiences: betrayal. This is a raw, honest conversation about what betrayal actually d
249 - Why Being Resilient Is Making You Exhausted
Have you ever been knocked down so hard you weren’t sure you could get back up?Have you ever felt the weight of the world and wondered how to keep moving forward—with strength, dignity, and hope?In this week’s episode of Life Happens with Barb & Michelle, we explore why resilience can feel so hard, especially when you're exhausted from carrying so much. Inspired by Maya Angelou’s powe
248 - The Hidden Cost of Overgiving in Relationships
Have you ever cared about someone so much that you slowly disappeared?Have you ever been the strong one, the helper, the fixer — only to wake up exhausted, resentful, or unsure where you went?In this week’s episode of Life Happens with Barb & Michelle, we explore the hidden cost of overgiving in relationships and how codependency, people-pleasing, and emotional overfunctioning quietly
247 - The Hidden Ways We Create Our Own Pain
What if when things fall apart… that’s actually where healing begins?In this week’s episode of Life Happens with Barb & Michelle, we’re diving into the wisdom of Pema Chödrön and her transformational book When Things Fall Apart — a powerful guide for navigating hardship, fear, failure, and suffering.When life feels overwhelming, our instinct is often to escape the discomfort. But what
246 - No More Overexplaining: Building Healthy Relationships Without Guilt | Life Happens
What if being “selfish” is actually the key to healthier relationships?In this week’s episode of Life Happens with Barb & Michelle, we’re answering your questions about navigating difficult relationship dynamics — without guilt, overexplaining, or abandoning yourself in the process.From unrealistic expectations and gossip to setting boundaries for the first time, we’re diving into the
245 - Loyalty, Betrayal, & Why Confrontation Matters | Life Happens
Confrontation isn’t easy — but it’s one of the clearest ways we honor ourselves and the people we care about. If we’re not honest about our feelings and needs, how can our relationships truly grow?In this week’s episode of Life Happens with Barb & Michelle, we’re diving into loyalty and betrayal — including our own experience of being unexpectedly ghosted by a friend. From healthy com
244 - Nedra Glover Tawwab on Boundaries, Relationships & Why We Feel So Lonely | Life Happens
Have we become so independent—and so focused on self-care—that we’ve forgotten how much we actually need one another? With relationship deficits at an all-time high, this episode is a powerful guide to rebuilding connection and creating healthy dependency—without losing yourself.In this week’s episode of Life Happens with Barb & Michelle, we’re joined by New York Times bestselling aut
243 - You’re More Than Your Relationship Status: Overcoming the Fear of Being Alone | Life Happens
Hard truth: Staying because it’s comfortable might be the loneliest choice you make. Sometimes the bravest thing you can do is stop ignoring the red flags and choose to end a toxic or misaligned relationship.In this week’s episode of Life Happens with Barb & Michelle, we’re unpacking the pressure around relationships, singleness, and breakups — and what it really means to choose yours
242 - Jen Hatmaker on Having the Courage to Choose Yourself | Life Happens
Divorce breaks a million hearts — including your own.But sometimes, choosing yourself is the bravest and most healing decision you can make.What if all it took to change your life was the courage to trust yourself again?In this week’s episode of Life Happens with Barb & Michelle, we’re joined by NYT bestselling author Jen Hatmaker for an honest, compassionate, and deeply moving conver
241 - Rethinking the New Year: Why “Changing Yourself” Is the Wrong Goal | Life Happens
You don’t need to reinvent yourself this year 💫With all the pressure to “fix” your life overnight and become a brand-new version of yourself, we’re taking a different approach to the new year—one that feels grounded, compassionate, and sustainable.In this week’s episode of Life Happens with Barb & Michelle, we’re answering your questions on how to start the year with clarity and confi
240 - The Most Powerful Thing You Can Do: Becoming Your Own Best Friend
Step into a year that loves you back 💫 You deserve your own friendship—kindness, care, and compassion included. You are worthy of the same love you so freely give to others.In this week’s episode of Life Happens with Barb & Michelle, we continue our conversation on daily practices by exploring one of the most powerful tools for resilience and confidence: affirmations. We talk about ho
239 - Becoming Your Best Self Means Releasing Impatience and Entitlement | Life Happens
With the New Year comes pressure to become the “best version” of yourself but true transformation starts with intention, patience, and compassion. 💫In this week’s episode of Life Happens with Barb & Michelle, we’re digging into a modern epidemic fueled by entitlement, comparison, and our fast-paced culture: impatience. We explore why slowing down is not a weakness, but the pathway to
238 - Why Change Feels So Hard (and How Small Shifts Create Real Growth) | Life Happens Podcast
“If you do what you’ve always done, you’ll get what you’ve always gotten.” Change isn’t something to fear—it’s an invitation to grow, evolve, and step into what’s possible. 💫In this week’s episode of Life Happens with Barb & Michelle, we close out the year with a powerful conversation about the one constant in life: change. Instead of viewing impermanence as something negative, we’re
237 - Powerful Lessons From This Year – Relationships, Loneliness, & Self-Worth
Growth doesn’t happen all at once. It happens in honest moments, hard conversations, and small shifts we make every day. If you’ve been feeling disconnected, uncertain, or like you’re never quite enough, this conversation is for you.In this week’s episode of Life Happens with Barb & Michelle, we’re reflecting on some of the most meaningful moments from our podcast this year. Together,
236 - When the Holidays Don’t Feel Happy: Loneliness, Grief & Making the Season Your Own | Life Happens
What if a “successful” holiday wasn’t defined by perfect traditions, packed schedules, or being surrounded by family? What if this season could feel lighter—rooted in ease, presence, and honoring yourself? 💫In this week’s episode of Life Happens with Barb & Michelle, we’re answering your holiday questions and talking openly about navigating loneliness, grief, unwanted traditions, and
235 - Managing Holiday Pressures: Boundaries & Self-care in a Busy Season | Life Happens the Podcast
The holidays don’t need to be perfect to be meaningful — here’s how to release the pressure and enjoy the season 💫On this week’s episode of Life Happens with Barb & Michelle, we’re diving into holiday stress, perfectionism, boundaries, and the real reason so many of us feel overwhelmed this time of year. With 62% of people reporting elevated holiday stress, this conversation will help
234 - Healing From My Eating Disorder & Letting Go of Perfection | Life Happens ft. Zosia Mamet
What if the very thing you’re ashamed of is actually the thing that sets you free?In today’s episode, we explore the truth that being messy is part of being human — and why perfection is the biggest lie we’ve ever been sold. 💫This week on Life Happens with Barb & Michelle, we’re joined by actress, comedian, and author Zosia Mamet for a deeply honest conversation about recovery, self-a
233 - Redefining Self-Love: Loving Yourself Enough to do Hard Things | Life Happens Podcast
Self-love isn’t always soft, easy, or comfortable—sometimes it means giving yourself the tough love you’ve avoided and finally doing the hard things. Growth happens in the moments we choose courage over comfort. 💫This week on Life Happens with Barb & Michelle, we’re answering your questions about self-love and how to build a strong foundation within. With envy, self-doubt, comparison,
232 - Creating a Better Tomorrow: Navigating Hard Times with Hope | Life Happens Podcast
When hope feels distant, lean into this truth: you were created for these times. There is power and purpose in the actions you take today — all you need is a little faith. 💫This week on Life Happens with Barb & Michelle, we’re talking about navigating unprecedented times by grounding ourselves in hope and leaning into faith. Join us for an encouraging conversation about taking purpose
231 - Small Shifts with Big Impact: What is the 1% Practice with Peaceful Barb & Michelle | Life Happens the Podcast
It’s the small shifts that create a big impact— trust that your efforts are leading to greatness. 💫This week on Life Happens with Barb & Michelle, we’re introducing The 1% Practice — a conversation on how small, intentional actions can create the life of your dreams. From cultivating patience to releasing perfectionism, this episode is for anyone seeking more ease, confidence, and jo
230 - For Anyone Feeling Lonely: Finding Connection, Encouragement, and Self-Love Daily | Life Happens
Stop settling — it’s time to choose your dreams over fear. 💫This week on Life Happens with Barb & Michelle, we’re celebrating two incredible milestones with Michelle: the launch of her debut book Dear Friend and her 40th birthday! 🎉In this heartfelt conversation, Michelle opens up about her inspiring journey to becoming a published author — from overcoming fear and self-doubt to trust
229 - Re-Release Honor Your Grief– Feeling Your Feelings and Navigating Loss Together
This week on Life Happens with Barb and Michelle. We’re revisiting one of the most meaningful conversations we’ve ever had — our grief episode. Together, we open up about our personal journeys with loss and how we’ve supported each other through it as mother and daughter. We talk about the lessons we’ve learned, the resilience we’ve found, and the love that continues to guide us through i
228 - From Pain to Healing: Recovering From Toxic Relationships and Estrangement | Life Happens the Podcast
How do you know when enough is enough?Join us for a heartfelt conversation on trusting your intuition, leaning on your values, and honoring your feelings when navigating toxic or one-sided relationships.In this week’s episode of Life Happens with Barb & Michelle, we’re answering your personal questions about recovering from toxic relationships, managing one-sided friendships, grieving
227 - Pick Your Battles: Strengthening Discernment to Manage Triggers | Life Happens the Podcast
You don’t have to attend every argument you’re invited to. 💭In this week’s episode of Life Happens with Barb & Michelle, we’re diving into how to protect your peace by picking your battles, knowing your triggers, setting boundaries, and loving people from afar.We continue our conversation on navigating disrespect and difficult interactions by strengthening your discernment muscle. Bar
226 - The Disrespect Epidemic: How to Navigate Rudeness, Entitlement, and Division | Life Happens Podcast
In a world filled with division, tension, and unkindness, how do we stay grounded in our peace and self-worth? This week on Life Happens with Barb & Michelle, we’re unpacking one of the most common yet painful behaviors we all experience — disrespect. From entitlement and impatience to unhealed trauma and lack of accountability, disrespect has become a quiet epidemic affecting our wor
225 - Living Softly in a Harsh World: Finding Harmony and Ease Through Movement
What if the secret to wellness isn’t pushing harder — but softening into ease?This week on Life Happens with Barb & Michelle, we welcome the incredible Tara Stiles, founder of Strala Yoga, for a transformative conversation on redefining wellness. Together, we explore how movement, softness, and presence can heal both mind and body — and why breaking free from rigid rules is the key to
224 - Combating People-Pleasing, Imposter Syndrome, and Aging Fears
Are You Living Your Life—Or Someone Else’s? This week on Life Happens with Barb & Michelle, we’re answering your questions on how to reconnect with yourself, release negative emotions, and find strength from within. From people-pleasing to imposter syndrome to midlife fears, this honest conversation offers comfort, clarity, and encouragement for anyone ready to write their own chapter
223 - Overcoming Overwhelm: The Reset You Need When Life Feels Like Too Much
When life feels too full, your greatest power is presence. 🌿This week on Life Happens with Barb & Michelle, we’re breaking down how to move through overwhelm with ease and resilience. You’ll learn practical tools to pause, reset, and breathe, while letting go of what you can’t control. Remember—you’re not broken or in need of fixing. You’re worthy, just as you are.✨ Episode Highlights
222 - Success Begins with the Mind: Challenging the Myth of Multitasking | Life Happens the Podcast
Multitasking is quietly killing our productivity. Rushing through everything at once leaves us scattered, stressed, and less effective. What if slowing down, practicing patience, and being present was actually the key to real success?This week on Life Happens with Barb & Michelle, we’re challenging the myth of multitasking and offering a healthier, more sustainable approach—one rooted
221 - Let Love Be Your Legacy: Cherishing Life and Finding Purpose
Discovering Your Purpose in Life: From finding levity during hardships, appreciating the present moment, and discovering your purpose in life– this is an episode that will inspire and shift your perspective on life.This week on Life Happens with Barb & Michelle, we’re joined by our dear friend—actor, writer, comedian, and activist—Tyler Merritt. In this heartfelt and profound conversa
220 - Navigating Overwhelm with Self-Compassion, Presence, and Resilience
Feeling overwhelmed by life? Whether it’s healing from trauma, navigating the pressures of aging, or dealing with critical people, this episode of Life Happens with Barb and Michelle is your guide to finding self-compassion, presence, and resilience in the middle of it all.In this month’s Q&A, we share real-life tips and personal stories to help you:
Manage overwhelm and stress in eve
219 - Cultivating Mental Resilience as an Athlete and Student
Your mental health is your competitive advantage. Learn how to integrate mindfulness and emotional wellness into your daily life—especially when you’re navigating high expectations, constant pressure, and a packed schedule. ⬇️In this special episode, we sit down with former NFL athlete and children’s book author Brandin Bryant and sports psychologist Dr. Desaree “Dr. Dez” Festa to de-stig
218 - Acceptance is a Journey: Navigating Life’s Unexpected Losses & Changes
Life is unpredictable—and learning to navigate change with grace isn’t always easy.In this heartfelt episode of Life Happens with Barb and Michelle, we dive into the emotional realities of unexpected loss, transition, and the journey toward acceptance.Barb opens up about the grief and growth she experienced during her recent divorce—offering honest reflections and practical wisdom.Michell
217 - Emotional Wellness for Teens: How to Parent in the Age of Anxiety
This generation is growing up more stressed, isolated, and overwhelmed than ever before— here’s how parents can help bridge the gap and support youth mental health. ⬇️In this eye-opening episode of Life Happens with Barb and Michelle, we dive into the realities of parenting in today’s world—one shaped by technology, anxiety, and unrealistic expectations. We explore how listening without j
216 - Quiet the Inner Critic: Healing Body Image and Reclaiming Your Confidence
Struggling with negative self-talk and body image issues? You’re not alone.With diet culture, self-loathing, and unrealistic beauty standards woven into our feeds and conversations, we’re challenging the narrative and shifting toward self-acceptance and confidence from the inside out.In this episode, we’re talking about how to quiet the inner critic, heal your relationship with your body,
215- Stop Waiting to Live: Embrace Imperfection & Heal | Life Happens Podcast
What if the messiest parts of your life were actually the key to your confidence and healing?In this light-hearted yet profound episode of Life Happens with Barb and Michelle, we’re joined by best-selling author Jen Pastiloff for a powerful, no-holds-barred conversation on embracing imperfections, healing from within, and living without regret.We share raw, personal stories—of grief, eati
214 - Saying No with Confidence: How to Stop People-Pleasing and Set Boundaries | Life Happens Podcast
Learn how you can empower yourself to say no with confidence, stop people-pleasing, and set boundaries to cultivate healthy connections.In this episode of Life Happens with Barb and Michelle, we’re talking about the art of saying no with confidence—why it’s so hard, how people-pleasing steals our joy, and how honoring your needs can lead to deeper, more authentic relationships.With person
213 - Why We Think We’re Not Enough: The Truth About Body Image, Confidence, and Learning to Love Yourself
How you feel about your body can shape your entire life—and in this episode, we’re diving deep into the truth about body image, self-worth, and the journey to self-acceptance.In this deeply personal conversation on Life Happens with Barb and Michelle, we open up about how harmful messages around appearance take root, how they impact our confidence, and what it really takes to unlearn them
212 - From Trauma to Triumph: Briony Douglas on Art, Healing, and Self-Worth
Discover how to transform trauma into growth and purpose with special guest Briony Douglas—a multi-talented artist and mental health advocate whose journey is both inspiring and deeply human. This week on Life Happens with Barb & Michelle, we’re exploring how creativity, self-worth, and healing intersect. ⬇️Tune in and don’t miss a captivating episode with our special guest Briony Dou
211 - This is Your Sign to Be Selfish: Prioritizing You, Reclaiming Freedom After Divorce, and Choosing the Right People (Q&A)
Watch this episode on YouTube→ [CLICK HERE]Discover why putting yourself first isn’t selfish—it’s essential. From divorce to everyday self-care, we’re encouraging you to prioritize your peace, reclaim your freedom, and confidently choose yourself over others’ comfort. ⬇️✨ Pre-order Dear Friend to receive daily doses of clarity, hope, and heartfelt encouragement.💌⟶ https://thedearfriendboo
210 - “I Lost Everything”: Sarah Levy on Grief, Resilience, & Purpose After the LA Fires
Watch this episode on YouTube→ [CLICK HERE]Emmy-winning actress Sarah Levy shares her powerful story of heartbreak, grief, and healing in the wake of unimaginable loss.In this raw and deeply moving episode, Sarah shares the heartbreaking story of losing her home and community during the devastating LA fires—and the emotional aftermath that followed. With honesty, grace, and vulnerability,
209 - What is the Meaning of Life? – Aligning Your Life with What Matters Most
✨We’re on YouTube✨⟶ Watch our episodes here: @lifehappensthepodcastRedefine how you view life’s purpose with this eye opening episode of Life Happens with Barb and Michelle. In a world that glorifies big achievements, Barb and Michelle offer a refreshing perspective: that true fulfillment often lives in the small, everyday moments. Join us as we explore how letting go of society’s pressu
208 - Your Most Powerful Guide Is You || Leaning Into Your Intuition and Inner Voice
Your Gut-Feelings Are Guardian Angels—Learn to Trust Them. In this episode we unlock the power of your intuition and build unshakable self-trust, so your gut-feelings become your inner compass, guiding you to a more confident and aligned life. ⬇️✨ Pre-order Dear Friend to receive daily doses of clarity, hope, and heartfelt encouragement.💌⟶ thedearfriendbook.comYour intuition is one of the
207 - Unravel Your Mind: Meditation Made Easy with Mindfulness Experts Jeff Warren and Tasha Schumann
Improve your mental health with Barb & Michelle through practical mindfulness, meditation, and real talks with experts Jeff Warren and Tasha Schumann. from the Mind-Bod Adventure Pod. Build ease, trust, and lasting calm—one breath at a time.In this episode of Life Happens with Barb & Michelle, mindfulness experts Jeff Warren and Tasha Schumann join the conversation to explore how
206 - Questions that Matter, Answers that Empower – Building Resilience & Overcoming Self-Doubt
Watch this episode on youtube: https://youtu.be/muPF0ZIbk1UReady to quiet the self-doubt, and finally put yourself first?In this episode, we’re answering your questions about building resilience, practicing real self-care, and taking control of your mental health — even when life feels heavy.✨ Pre-order Dear Friend to receive daily doses of clarity, hope, and heartfelt encouragement.💌⟶ th
205 - Unlearning Generational Trauma: Breaking the Cycle and Moving Beyond Survival Mode
Discover how to break generational cycles and heal from trauma by stepping out of survival mode ⬇️✨ Pre-order Dear Friend and unlock daily moments of clarity, encouragement, and heartfelt inspiration. 💌⟶ thedearfriendbook.comIn this episode of Life Happens with Barb & Michelle, we’re diving deep into generational trauma, toxic family dynamics, and what it means to be a cycle breaker.
204 - Loneliness in the Age of Connection – Why Social Media Isn't Helping
Explore the emotional and mental health impact of loneliness in the digital age ⬇️✨ Never miss an episode of Life Happens with Barb and Michelle ✨⟶ Subscribe to our channel here: www.youtube.com/@LifeHappensThePodcastDid you know that loneliness can have the same impact on our mortality as smoking 15 cigarettes a day? According to the U.S. Surgeon General, widespread loneliness poses hea
203 - Why Your Relationships Aren’t Working (And How Hard Conversations Can Help)
✨ Watch our episodes on YouTube! ✨⟶ Subscribe to our channel here: @LifeHappensThePodcastWith 1 in 4 people estranged from a family member, it’s clear there’s a crisis in connection—one we don’t talk about enough.What happens when communication breaks down, when misunderstandings pile up, and when silence becomes the only way we know how to cope? It’s time to talk about the elephant in th
202 - Grief Isn’t Linear– How to Navigate Loss and Feel Your Feelings (Without a Timeline)
✨ WATCH ON VIDEO✨⟶ Subscribe to our YouTube channel here: @LifeHappensThePodcastThis week on Life Happens with Barb and Michelle, we’re opening up about our personal journeys with grief and how we’ve supported each other through loss as mother and daughter. We’re sharing the lessons we’ve learned, the ways we’ve found resilience, and the love that continues to guide us.This episode is esp
201 - Releasing Control and Embracing Imperfection | Tackling Life’s Challenges as a Mother-Daughter Duo
✨We’re on YouTube✨⟶ Watch our episodes here: @lifehappensthepodcastAfter three incredible years of Barb Knows Best, we’re excited to evolve and relaunch as Life Happens Podcast—where we dive deeper into navigating life's ups and downs through the lens of our unique mother-daughter dynamic.In our debut episode, we’re reflecting on the evolution of our relationship as parent and adult child
Life Happens with Barb & Michelle - New Name, Same Us
We're back — with a new name, a fresh look, and a brand-new video podcast 💚 but the heart of our show stays the same: real, personal, and empowering conversations between a mother and daughter.Why Life Happens?Because life isn't linear. It's full of twists, turns, unexpected lessons, and beautifully messy moments. We're here to talk through all of it — with honesty, vulnerability, and lov
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