The Moxie Life

Episode 20: The Eclipse & A Cheeseburger

In this episode, Katie discusses generational trauma and how it relates to her experience with the recent eclipse. She explains that generational trauma is like an invisible thread that weaves itself into the fabric of a family, perpetuating patterns and behaviors across generations. Katie shares her own experience with generational trauma in the form of parenting style, specifically the iron fist approach. She contrasts her own parenting style, which values her children's voices and opinions, with the strict approach she experienced growing up. Katie reflects on the opportunity she had to break the cycle of generational trauma by allowing her children to stay home from school to experience the eclipse together. She emphasizes the importance of validating feelings and providing a safe space for children to grow and learn. Katie encourages listeners to be aware of their own generational trauma and to seize opportunities to reinvent their stories and pave the way for healing and transformation.

Episode 19: Letting Go of What No Longer Serves You

Today Katie talks about letting things go! If you feel stuck in life and need a push, this episode might be for you. She gives some tips and tricks to letting go of things and talks about how she has done it personally in her life.

Episode 18:Trauma Bonds

In this episode, Katie discusses trauma bonding and its effects on individuals. She shares her personal experience of being in a trauma bond and highlights the signs and characteristics of trauma bonds. Katie emphasizes the difficulty of leaving a toxic relationship and the process of detoxing from a trauma bond. She also provides advice on breaking free from trauma bonds and seeking help. Overall, the episode sheds light on the emotional toll of trauma bonds and the importance of self-care and support in the healing process.

Episode 17: Resilience

In this podcast episode, Katie discusses the topic of resilience. She shares her personal experiences with trauma and emphasizes that everyone's trauma is valid and unique. Katie explains that resilience is not about constantly toughing it out, but rather about allowing yourself to have bad days, rest, and recover. She highlights the importance of keeping things in perspective, accepting responsibility for your actions, and finding humor in difficult situations. Katie also provides tips for building resilience, such as setting goals and being persistent. She concludes by encouraging listeners to believe in themselves and stay positive.

Episode 16:Moxie Monday, Imposter Syndrome

In this episode, the host discusses her experience with imposter syndrome and provides strategies for overcoming it. She shares her recent residency experience and how it ignited her passion for counseling. The host defines imposter syndrome as the feeling of being undeserving of accomplishments and experiencing self-doubt. She emphasizes the importance of recognizing and challenging these thoughts, reframing failure as an opportunity to learn, seeking support from others, and practicing self-care and grace. The episode concludes with a message of encouragement and empowerment.