1. Life is Full of Shifts - Miranda's Story

4. When Growth Shows Up In Real Life

In this solo episode, I'm sharing a personal story about a moment that stopped me and made me realize something: I had actually started to shift! A few months ago, my son was in the middle of another breathing episode, I share a bit about this too. In the middle of that hard day, I stepped outside for a walk and recognized the spot I was in so hit record. What I captured wasn't a parenting tip or a life lesson. It was a real-time realization that I was handling the hard differently than I used to. For years, I lived in anxiety, overwhelm, and survival mode. After becoming a mom, navigating postpartum struggles, fertility challenges, and major life transitions, I often found myself stuck in fight-or-flight long after the crisis had passed. On this particular day, I noticed something had changed. In this episode, I share that unedited recording and reflect on what it taught me about nervous system regulation, gratitude, healing, mindset work, and growing our capacity to handle difficult seasons. Life didn't get easier. The circumstances were still hard. But I was different. If you're in the middle of a hard season, whether it's motherhood, infertility, anxiety, grief, or simply feeling overwhelmed, I hope this episode reminds you to pause and recognize the ways you've already grown. Sometimes the biggest shifts happen so gradually that we don't notice them until we're living them! Growth isn't about never struggling. It's about realizing you can move through the struggle differently than you once did. -------------------------------------------------------------- Want to connect with Miranda? Join the newsletter: https://smart-shift.kit.com/d2a8f81190 [https://smart-shift.kit.com/d2a8f81190] Send me an email: miranda.bergstrom1@gmail.com [miranda.bergstrom1@gmail.com] Find me on Instagram: @smartshift_mb Let's SHIFT through life together!

3. Can I Stay Home and Still Have Something for Me? (Flexible Work Ideas for Moms)

Many women dream of being home and fully present with their children, while also craving something that belongs to them outside of motherhood. In this episode, I open up about the identity shifts that can come with leaving a successful career, staying home with kids, and navigating the tension between purpose, flexibility, and family life. I share honest conversations around freelance work, flexible income ideas for moms, imposter syndrome, and finding confidence in a season that may look completely different than you imagined. In this episode, we talk about: * What freelance and contract work actually means * Flexible work from home ideas for moms * Virtual assistant (VA) jobs and what VAs do * Consulting using skills from previous careers * Breaking down the skills you already have * The emotional side of leaving a career * Learning to pivot when something isn’t the right fit * Starting scared and working through imposter syndrome Whether you’re a stay at home mom wanting a creative outlet, needing extra income, or simply trying to rediscover yourself in this season of life, this episode is your reminder that you are allowed to evolve and shift too! VA Leadership Academy talked about in this episode https://caincollectivellc.com/valeadershipacademyenrollment?am_id=miranda7553 [https://caincollectivellc.com/valeadershipacademyenrollment?am_id=miranda7553] Or you can use this referral code: miranda7553 -------------------------------------------------------------- Want to connect with Miranda? Join the newsletter: https://smart-shift.kit.com/d2a8f81190 [https://smart-shift.kit.com/d2a8f81190] Send me an email: miranda.bergstrom1@gmail.com [miranda.bergstrom1@gmail.com] Find me on Instagram: @smartshift_mb Let's SHIFT through life together!

2. The Shifts No One Talks About: Passions, Priorities, pivots, and learning who we are again!

Are you feeling stuck? The things that use to light you up aren't at the moment? You aren't exactly sure what do to or where to go next? This episode is for you! We dive into the process of reflecting on and realigning your passions and priorities during this season of your life. It provides a step-by-step guide to identifying time consuming activities, releasing unfulfilling commitments, embracing joyful activities, setting goals, and engaging in community support and accountability. Takeaways * Reflecting on priorities and passions * Identifying and pursuing what brings joy in this season of your life Download the FREE PDF guide from this episode to reference as you are reflecting on your life! https://drive.google.com/file/d/1LO21OT2034369hSAr3EO4Y0CeAjXhRLx/view?usp=sharing [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1LO21OT2034369hSAr3EO4Y0CeAjXhRLx/view?usp=sharing] -------------------------------------------------------------- Want to connect with Miranda? Join the newsletter: https://smart-shift.kit.com/d2a8f81190 [https://smart-shift.kit.com/d2a8f81190] Send me an email: miranda.bergstrom1@gmail.com [miranda.bergstrom1@gmail.com] Find me on Instagram: @smartshift_mb Let's SHIFT through life together!

1. Life is Full of Shifts - Miranda's Story

Miranda shares her personal journey of fertility struggles, multiple pregnancy losses, and the impact of these experiences on her identity and career choices. The podcast explores themes of resilience, personal growth, and the desire to create a supportive space for women to share their stories and learn from each other's experiences. Takeaways * Fertility struggles * Career Changes * Identity shifts -------------------------------------------------------------- Want to connect with Miranda? Join the newsletter: https://smart-shift.kit.com/d2a8f81190 [https://smart-shift.kit.com/d2a8f81190] Send me an email: miranda.bergstrom1@gmail.com [miranda.bergstrom1@gmail.com] Find me on Instagram: @smartshift_mb Let's SHIFT through life together!