The Power of Discomfort: How Growth Begins Outside Your Comfort Zone

A Coffee Date with My Younger Self: A Journey of Growth and Reflection

It’s been five years since a life-changing moment in the emergency room, which sparked my journey of self-reflection and self-discovery. Looking back on these past five years, I’m in awe of how much I’ve grown—and how much I’ve learned along the way. The journey hasn’t been without its challenges, setbacks, and realignments, but through it all, I’ve come out stronger, wiser, and ready for what's next. This reflection reminded me of the current viral trend of “meeting your younger self for coffee,” and as I reflect on various seasons of growth, today I'm sharing an intimate conversation with a version of myself from almost 15 years ago during some of my darkest days. As I wrap up this episode, I’m also taking a short break to reset and recharge, so I can come back even more focused and energized to bring you the next phase of this journey. But don't worry—I'll be back soon, ready to dive into everything that's coming next! So grab your favorite drink, settle in, and join me for this heart-to-heart with my younger self, reflecting on how far we've come and what lies ahead. And don’t forget to stay tuned—I’ll be back with even bigger things to come! In this episode: [00:00] Introduction and Personal Journey [00:41] Reflecting on Five Years of Growth [02:01] Taking a Break for Big Plans [03:02] Coffee Date with My Younger Self [08:15] Encouragement and Future Plans If you’ve ever had your own “coffee date” with your younger self, I’d love to hear about it! Stay connected! >> https://mommahasgoals.com/subscribe [https://mommahasgoals.com/subscribe] Be sure to subscribe so you don’t miss out when I return.

The Power of Discomfort: How Growth Begins Outside Your Comfort Zone

Growth isn’t easy, and it’s definitely not always comfortable—but that’s exactly where transformation happens. In this episode, we’re diving into the power of discomfort and why it’s often the key to unlocking resilience, confidence, and personal breakthroughs. I’m sharing personal experiences and practical insights on when to push through challenges, when to set boundaries, and how to find the balance between giving yourself grace and stepping into growth. From motherhood to relationships to chasing big goals, this episode is your reminder that the hard moments are often the ones that shape us the most. [00:00] Introduction: Embracing Discomfort [00:44] The Importance of Pushing Through [02:16] Lessons from Motherhood [05:22] Taking Control of Your Life [07:12] Setting Boundaries and Embracing Challenges [09:13] Commitment and Relationships [14:49] Small Steps Towards Big Changes [18:36] Finding Beauty in Everyday Life [20:26] Conclusion: Embracing Growth Tune in and let’s reframe discomfort as the key to your next level. 🔥 Let's Connect: Follow me on Instagram: @thisiskelseysmith [https://www.instagram.com/thisiskelseysmith] Follow Momma Has Goals: @mommahasgoals [https://www.instagram.com/mommahasgoals]

From Pain to Healing: Embracing Compassion and Breaking Generational Cycles with Maria Case

Compassion has the power to heal—both ourselves and those around us. In this episode, Maria shares her powerful story of healing, self-compassion, and breaking generational cycles. After experiencing a life-threatening ectopic pregnancy and years of misdiagnosed health struggles, she made the decision to prioritize her well-being—physically, mentally, and emotionally. Maria opens up about the tools and resources that helped her on her journey, from therapy to personal development work, and how these experiences led her to launch Kompashion, a business built on supporting others in their healing. She also reflects on the power of community, the importance of trusting your intuition, and how she’s rewriting her family’s narrative through intentional self-care and advocacy. If you’ve ever felt stuck in old patterns or struggled to prioritize yourself, this conversation will remind you that healing is possible—and that compassion starts with you. In This Episode: [00:00] Overcoming Shame and Embracing Self-Care [01:19] A Life-Changing Health Crisis [02:38] The Start of a Healing Journey [03:49] Discovering Breast Implant Illness [05:02] Generational Healing and Personal Growth [06:18] The Birth of Compassion [20:40] Balancing Multiple Passions [28:09] Trusting Intuition and Energy [28:29] Navigating Business Relationships [32:04] Healing and Personal Growth [34:37] Balancing Success and Family [40:58] Creating New Memories with Family [44:27] Launching Compassion Boxes [48:20] Upcoming Event and Final Thoughts Connect with Maria: Register for Kompashion [https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/hcxLdtDRTGWfp_UjkUqiCQ#/registration]Virtual [https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/hcxLdtDRTGWfp_UjkUqiCQ#/registration] Self-Love Event [https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/hcxLdtDRTGWfp_UjkUqiCQ#/registration] Follow Maria on Instagram: @marialu8_ [https://www.instagram.com/marialu8_/] Explore Kompashion: www.kompashion.com [https://www.kompashion.com/] Connect with Kelsey: Follow me on Instagram: @thisiskelseysmith [https://www.instagram.com/thisiskelseysmith] Follow Momma Has Goals: @mommahasgoals [https://www.instagram.com/mommahasgoals]

Mom Guilt is Holding You Back—Here’s How to Drop It for Good

Mom guilt—it’s real, and if you’re a mom with goals, you’ve probably felt it. In this episode, I’m diving into what mom guilt actually is, why it shows up, and how we can stop letting it hold us back. I’m sharing my own experiences with guilt, from questioning if I was spending enough time with my kids to realizing that prioritizing myself actually makes me a better mom. We’ll talk about my ‘Good Mom Checklist’—a simple mindset shift that helps you see the ways you’re already showing up for your kids. Plus, I’ll break down three key ways to prioritize yourself, communicate your needs, and replace guilt with gratitude. Because the truth is, when you take care of yourself today, tomorrow is going to be better—for you and for them. What you’ll hear in this episode: 00:00 Introduction to Mom Guilt 02:08 Understanding Mom Guilt 03:02 Personal Experiences with Mom Guilt 04:14 The Importance of Prioritizing Yourself 08:54 The Good Mom Checklist 10:52 Three Ways to Prioritize Yourself 14:25 Communicating Your Needs 15:51 Replacing Guilt with Gratitude 18:08 Final Thoughts and Encouragement Connect with Kelsey: ✨ Follow me on Instagram: @thisiskelseysmith [https://www.instagram.com/thisiskelseysmith] ✨ Follow Momma Has Goals: @mommahasgoals [https://www.instagram.com/mommahasgoals]

The Hard Seasons: Finding Strength, Support, and Advocacy Through Life’s Challenges with Sarah Arvizu

This episode is one we all need—because at some point, we all face a season that shakes us. Whether it’s health, family, or something else unexpected, we’re forced to navigate the unknown, ask for help (which isn’t always easy), and figure out what truly matters. My friend Sarah Arvizu is back, but this time, she’s sharing her personal journey with breast cancer. She opens up about the shock of her diagnosis, how she’s showing up for herself and her family, and why she’s speaking out to encourage other women to prioritize their health. We also talk about the mindset shifts that help during hard seasons, the power of community, and what it really means to take care of yourself—before you have to. If you've ever struggled with asking for help, wondered how to support a friend going through something big, or just needed a reminder that you're not alone in life’s challenges, this conversation is for you. What You’ll Hear in This Episode: [0:00] The moment everything changed: facing the diagnosis [0:13] Learning to accept help and lean on support [1:21] Why regular screenings really matter (don’t wait!) [3:48] Life updates and the journey to diagnosis [4:54] Tough conversations: navigating treatment and family [8:40] Choosing strength and using mindset tools to stay grounded [17:45] Opening up publicly and the power of sharing your story [23:53] Finding support, asking for help, and embracing community [24:59] The need for real connection during difficult times [28:46] How her children are handling this journey [31:57] Prioritizing movement, routine, and emotional well-being [38:39] Focusing on health, nutrition, and healing [43:27] What’s next: podcasting, business, and looking ahead [47:05] Final thoughts and biggest takeaways This episode is an invitation to check in with yourself. Have you been putting off that appointment? Ignoring what your body is telling you? Holding back from asking for support when you need it? Let’s stop waiting. CONNECT WITH SARAH Follow Sarah on Instagram: @sarah_arvizu [https://www.instagram.com/sarah_arvizu] Listen to the Creating Sunshine Podcast: Creating Sunshine [https://tr.ee/c7zieXzAhg] CONNECT WITH KELSEY Follow me on Instagram: @thisiskelseysmith [https://www.instagram.com/thisiskelseysmith] Follow Momma Has Goals: @mommahasgoals [https://www.instagram.com/mommahasgoals]