The LYLAS Podcast
If you know what LYLAS stands for, then this podcast is for you! Two besties since middle school turned moms and psychologists dish on "the good, the fun, and the yucks" of life! We're tackling all things mental health, "mom balance" (whatever the hell that is), transitions in life (divorce, career, aging parents, parent loss, loss of friendships), self-care, travel, healthy habits, raising kids, and allllllll the things us midlife mamas are experiencing. We hope each week listeners feel like they just left a good ol' therapy session with their bestie! We'll dish on all the tips and tricks to keep your mental health in check and enjoy this thing called life! Meet your life's newest cheerleaders-- Sarah & Jen! LYLAS!
Episodes
77 episodes
The LYLAS Podcast, Season 4, Episode 66, "GLP What? Empowering Wellness and Weight Loss Options with Special Guest, Lisa Cline, LNP"
Do you experience food noise? GLP-1 confusion? Wonder what options exist to start your wellness journey, especially if you don't know where to start or how to take the first step? Our special guest, nurse practitioner, mom, and fitness fan shar...
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Episode 66
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32:29
The LYLAS Podcast, Season 4, Episode 65, "Cycle Syncing: Cracking the Code"
Feeling off? More moody, irritated, drained, disengaged, "all the things?" If you are in the mid 30's-mid 40s, guess what it could be hormonal... In this episode, we recognize the gaps in women's medical health, particularly as it relates to pe...
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Episode 65
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31:41
The LYLAS Podcast, Season 4, Episode 64, "Habit Stacking: Our Hack to Making the Day Work"
Interested in harnessing the power to transform your day-to-day life? We have the hack!!!! Habit Stacking!From morning rituals to nighttime preparations, we share practical tips and personal stories on how small, consistent action...
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Episode 64
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35:39
The LYLAS Podcast, Season 4, Episode 63, "Grounding and Mantras: How We Get Thru the Yucks"
Feeling overwhelmed despite your best efforts to maintain a healthy lifestyle? You're not alone. During this episode of The LYLAS Podcast, we promise you'll discover practical grounding techniques specifically designed to help you manage stress...
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Episode 63
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46:03
The LYLAS Podcast, Season 4, Episode 62, "I Said What I Said"
Why do we keep ourselves small to fit into relationships that don't serve us? This episode is all about breaking free from the chains of people-pleasing and embracing our true selves. We shine a light on the liberating power of authenticity and...
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Season 4
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Episode 62
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39:22
"The LYLAS Podcast, Season 4, Rewriting Our Stories: The Path to Forgiveness"
Ready for a raw and real conversation about midlife challenges? Picture this: you're navigating the emotional ups and downs of perimenopause while grappling with the complex feelings of aging and loss. That's exactly what our summer looked like...
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Season 4
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Episode 61
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The LYLAS Podcast, Re-Release for the Summer, "God Winks"
It's our last "Re-Release for the Summer!" And, what better way to end it than with "God Winks!!!" What's a "God Wink?"Have you ever experienced a perfectly timed podcast or an unexpected alignment with a biblical passage? Such serendip...
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The LYLAS Podcast, Re-Release for the Summer, "Be the Energy You Wish to See in the World"
Here's to another fav from Season 3, "Be the Energy You Wish to See in the World." With this being a time of transition, it is important to be mindful of our own energy, which we are bringing to the table and the energy we may be unintentionall...
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The LYLAS Podcast, Re-Release for the Summer, "Sharing the Mental Load"
How timely! As the kiddos head back to school and we reset our lives, "sharing the mental load" is key! Listen to this re-release of this fav episode from Season 3 of The LYLAS Podcast!Do you have a topic idea? TXT the SHOW!!!! We can't...
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The LYLAS Podcast, Re-Release for the Summer, "Back to School!"
Ever wondered how to turn back-to-school chaos into a structured, efficient routine? School psychologist Jennifer Saunders joins us with 15 years of public school experience to share actionable insights and practical strategies for families. Fr...
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The LYLAS Podcast, Re-Release for the Summer, "Messages from the Hollywood Medium"
Here it is! The re-release of Jen's life-changing experience from talking to "The Hollywood Medium, Tyler Henry!" 👻 Listen along as Jen details how she scored a reading with the most sought-after medium on the planet! Not only did she rec...
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The LYLAS Podcast, Re-Release for the Summer, "Chronic Happiness is NOT the Goal"
This is your sign to take "to be happy" off of your goal list... Happiness is a temporary state of being---not a place to live. This is critical when it comes to how we parent. As we mentioned in the first release of this episode, researc...
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The LYLAS Podcast, Re-Release for the Summer, "Motivation Station"
On the struggle bus? Summer slump got ya off your goals? Don't worry in this episode we got your pass to the "Motivation Station" to get back on YOUR track!
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The LYLAS Podcast, Re-Release for the Summer, "Toxic Relationships"
Here is a classic and needed re-visit of our Season 2 episode, "Toxic Relationships." As we hopefully take some time to reflect while on a trip, sitting in our car enjoying a coffee or icecream, or while just finding a moment to breathe, we som...
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56:58
The LYLAS Podcast, Re-Release for the Summer, "Rituals & Routines"
So we are kicking it back to some of our favorites from Seasons 1-3 of The LYLAS Podcast as we prepare for Season 4! This hot fav from Season 1 hopefully hits us all where we need it most during these summer months... working on having some "Ri...
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The LYLAS Podcast, Season 3, Episode 60, "The Heart of a Child, with Special Guest, Lyndsey Smith"
Ever wondered how one balances a demanding career (like in child advocacy) with the responsibilities of parenthood? Special guest, Lyndsey Smith, one of the "OGs" from our childhood shares how to balance protectiveness with granting indep...
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Season 3
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Episode 60
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The LYLAS Podcast, Season 3, Episode 59, "Grit & Glamour: Fighting an Invisible Illness with Candi Shamblin Arthur"
Have you ever met someone whose resilience in the face of adversity not only defines them but also uplifts those around them? Meet Candi—a beacon of strength, grace, and determination, balancing being a mom, and active community-volunteer, with...
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Season 3
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Episode 59
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57:03
The LYLAS Podcast, Season 3, Episode 58, "Breaking the Silence: Confronting the Shadows of Suicide"
The silent battles with mental health are often cloaked in the shadows of stigma and can lead to the most tragic event of all: suicide. Our latest episode takes a heartfelt look at this issue through a moving memorial service for a woman who lo...
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Season 3
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Episode 58
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44:43
The LYLAS Podcast, Season 3, Episode 57, "Tough Decisions"
It's decision time... whatever the decision is, what is your response or reaction... Do you listen to anxiety, what's "safe or familiar" or do you see the decision as an opportunity... as a gift? Coming to this crossroad happens... now what? We...
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Season 3
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Episode 57
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37:55
The LYLAS Podcast, Season 3, Episode 56, "God Winks"
Coincidence or something bigger than this world? The Universe? God? Whatever you choose to call “IT”, have you experienced a wink from your higher power? You may pass it off as a coincidence, but oftentimes these are signs pointing us in the...
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Season 3
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Episode 56
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50:01
The LYLAS Podcast Season 3, Episode 55: "86 People Pleasing"
In this week’s LYLAS episode we explore the people-pleaser mentality, setting personal boundaries and the journey towards inner fulfillment. We share stories from our family trip that highlight the delicate work-life balance and the pressure...
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Season 3
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Episode 55
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43:22
The LYLAS Podcast Season 3, Episode 54: "Don't Give Your Power Away!"
Have you ever caught yourself pouring all your emotional energy into a bottomless pit, or letting someone else dictate your mood and self-worth? Our latest chat goes back to basics, matching the raw and authentic nature of our discussion on emo...
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Season 3
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Episode 54
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36:22
The LYLAS Podcast Season 3, Episode 53: "Be the Energy You Wish to See in the World"
What’s that law “Energy is neither created nor destroyed." The energy we bring to a room affects ourselves, the people/animals around us, and often times the outcome of a situation. This week we talk energy, as in, what energy are you bringi...
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Episode 53
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The LYLAS Podcast Season 3, Episode 52: "Circling Back to Meditation"
In this episode, we circle back to meditation and discuss how our practice(s) have changed in the past year. We go in-depth on how and why we started to meditate. Every day this is more empirical support for why we should be integrating medi...
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Episode 52
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The LYLAS Podcast Season 3, Episode 51: "Manifesting the Black Panther: Our Chopra Retreat Recap"
For the first time in over 25 years, your LYLAS girls went on a retreat! This time a health and wellness retreat focused on diving deep into self-understanding and reflection via “Chopra Health Retreat: Ayurvedic Lifestyle Program.” We...
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Episode 51
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