Motherhood at 40 vs. 18: Parenting in Two Seasons of Life

Motherhood at 40 vs. 18: Parenting in Two Seasons of Life

In this episode, I answer a heartfelt question from the community: What's it like being a mom at 40 compared to 18? I reflect on what it means to parent two generations of children while living in two different cities—raising my newborn daughter in Chicago and staying connected to my adult son in Omaha. I share how this new season of motherhood feels different: more peaceful, more supported, and surprisingly joyful. I also explore how being in a healthy, happy partnership has made me a better mom and how my current lifestyle—focused on homemaking, intention, and healing—has changed the way I show up for my family. This is a tender and honest episode about love, growth, and redefining motherhood in a way that honors both who I was and who I've become. 🎧 Tune in for a vulnerable look at what it means to mother through multiple seasons—and to feel good while doing it.

Am I Still a Homemaker If I Make Money? Processing Identity, Purpose & Earning in This Season

In this deeply personal episode, I respond to two thought-provoking questions from my community. The first: "Wasn't your previous content already homemaking?"—a reflection that helped me realize how trauma had shaped my view of myself and my work. The second: "Why does homemaking have to mean not earning income?"—sparked an honest conversation about the fears I had around choosing between building a business and building a home. I open up about how therapy and healing have allowed me to embrace my identity as a homemaker and how I'm learning that creating content can be part of this sacred work. This episode is a vulnerable exploration of dreams, identity, money, and healing.

Creating the Most Amazing Place in All the Land

In this episode, I'm sharing why becoming the keeper of my home has been one of the greatest honors of my life. For the past four years, I've been on a journey to create the most amazing place in all the land — and I couldn't be more proud. As a Black homemaker, I'm especially passionate about creating a home that reflects my family's values, culture, and joy. I talk about why homemaking feels like a promotion (not a demotion), how I've learned to embrace the process, and why I believe anyone can turn their home into an extraordinary place to thrive. Whether you're single, married, or raising kids, this episode will inspire you to see homemaking as a powerful, joy-filled role. Tune in now to learn how you can create the most amazing place in all the land — right where you are.

How to Be Happy in a Hard Season

In this episode of The Stacey Flowers Podcast, I'm sharing a powerful lesson my mom recently taught me about happiness in difficult seasons. She reminded me that hard seasons aren't hard because we've failed or done something wrong. They're hard because they are hard. And the only way through is to accept them as they are. You can't skip them, optimize them, or prevent them—you can only learn how to hold on to your happiness inside of them. If you've been feeling the weight of a difficult season, this episode is for you. Tune in to learn how to navigate challenging times without losing your happiness along the way.

One Reason You Aren't Happy

In this episode of The Stacey Flowers Podcast, I break down why so many people struggle with happiness simply because they're living by other people's values instead of their own. I'll walk you through how to identify your core values, why they're essential for happiness, and how choosing your top three values can transform your life. If you're ready to start living a life that actually makes you happy, this episode is for you! Listen now and let's get intentional about your happiness!