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36. The Version of Me I'm Becoming

This week, Patti and Meghan are getting real about the version of themselves that exists underneath all the motherhood, marriage, business ownership, stress, dance recitals, spirit weeks, and survival mode. From spiral perms and glamour shots to boundaries, burnout, and rediscovering joy, this episode is one giant "same, girl" conversation about growing up, growing older, and growing into yourself without apologizing for it. They chat about the friendships that shift over time, the pressure to constantly do more, and why protecting your peace starts to matter way more than people pleasing. Also discussed: * Why uncomfortable bras are officially cancelled * The emotional damage caused by mandatory spirit weeks * Why silence now feels luxurious * The evolution from "yes girl" to boundary queen * How survival mode quietly changes your personality * The grief that comes with outgrowing people and old versions of yourself * Why naps are no longer optional * The dream of becoming chaotic old ladies together in the retirement home If you've been feeling like you're changing lately, this episode is your reminder that evolving is not failing. You're allowed to outgrow things. You're allowed to protect your peace. And you're definitely allowed to become softer in some ways and stronger in others. Bras optional, comfy pants encouraged.

35. Graduation: Pride, Panic & Letting Go

This week, Patti and Meghan are diving into the emotional rollercoaster that is graduation season. From "last first days" and final recitals to empty bedrooms and surprise tears over college hoodies, this episode is all about the pride, panic, grief, and weird identity shift that comes when your babies start flying the nest. If you're in the thick of senior year, preparing for a big milestone, or just wondering why you suddenly cry at water bottles and dance solos… welcome. You're among friends. There's laughter, there are tears, and there's a very real conversation about motherhood evolving in real time. Because nobody really talks about how graduation changes parents too. Grab your coffee… or tequila. This one's emotional. In this episode: * Why senior year feels like one long goodbye * The emotional weight behind all the "lasts" * Empty nest fears nobody prepares you for * The weird grief mixed with overwhelming pride * How parenting shifts from manager to mentor * What Patti & Meghan absolutely will NOT miss * Why letting go doesn't mean losing them * The tiny moments that suddenly hit the hardest Quotes we'll be thinking about for a while: "It's like a piece of your heart walking around outside your body." "Maybe the goal isn't learning how to hold on tighter. Maybe it's learning how to let go with love." "You can feel proud, excited, terrified, emotional, hopeful, and heartbroken all in the same minute." If this episode hit home for you, send it to another mum who's living through the graduation emotions too. And if you cry folding laundry later, just know… same.

34. Mother's Day (But Make It Honest)

Mother's Day is supposed to be relaxing… so why does it sometimes feel like one more thing mums have to manage? This week, Patti and Meghan are talking about the emotional load of motherhood, the invisible work nobody notices, and the silent expectations that can leave mums feeling exhausted, unseen, and just a tiny bit resentful. From terrible breakfast-in-bed pancakes to minivan trauma, nap guilt, and the ongoing struggle of being everyone's emotional support human, this episode is honest, funny, and painfully relatable. They're also diving into: * Why mums secretly just want someone else to make the decisions * The difference between intention and effort on Mother's Day * How motherhood can make you lose pieces of yourself * Why "What do you want to do?" is the most exhausting question ever * Funny preschool Mother's Day memories that still haunt them * The emotional transition from busy mum life to "Who even am I now?" * Why communicating your needs actually matters * What thoughtful gestures really mean to mums Plus: * Meghan officially retires from minivan life * Patti discovers she's becoming a nap person * The kids continue proving they are both adorable and feral If you've ever hidden in the bathroom for peace, felt guilty for wanting alone time, or silently rage-planned your own Mother's Day… this episode is for you. And to all the mums listening, we hope you don't have to plan a single thing this weekend.

33. Maycember Is A Personality Trait Now

Welcome to Maycember… where everything is urgent, everyone is emotional, and no one has folded their laundry 😅 This week Patti and Meghan are deep in recital week, school chaos, and full-blown survival mode. From unplugging toilets at competitions to dragging kids across the graduation finish line, it's safe to say… we are NOT thriving. But in between the exhaustion, there are also the moments that remind us why we do this, the growth, the pride, the community, and the kids who make it all worth it (even when they're feral). If you're feeling overwhelmed, overstimulated, and running purely on caffeine and vibes… this one's for you. 💛 In this episode, we chat about: * What "Maycember" really feels like for studio owners and mums * Why this season is just as chaotic (if not worse) than December * The emotional toll of recital season, graduations, and transitions * Letting go, delegating, and learning to trust your team * Studio culture, leadership, and protecting what you've built * Why parents and kids are just as overwhelmed as we are * The importance of grace, perspective, and not sending that email 😅 * Simple survival tips when self-care feels impossible ✨ Key takeaway: You don't need to have it all together right now. Sometimes the win is just… leaving the house wearing underwear. If this episode made you feel seen, send it to your studio bestie who's also in the trenches right now 💛 And don't forget to subscribe so you've got us in your ear every week.

32. Building Your Support System As A Studio Owner

This episode starts exactly how you'd expect… chaos, comps, and a full breakdown of senior water wars (because apparently studio parking lots are now battlegrounds 😅). But underneath the laughs, Patti and Meghan get real about something most studio owners quietly carry… loneliness. Because here's the thing, you can be surrounded by dancers, parents, and staff all day long… and still feel like you're holding everything on your own. They dive into the reality of leadership, the emotional weight of decision-making, and the tricky (and sometimes painful) dynamics with studio parents. Especially when boundaries get tested… or completely ignored. If you've ever felt like you're the only one navigating this, you're not. 💬 In this episode, they chat about: * Why studio ownership can feel surprisingly lonely * The emotional weight of always being "the decision maker" * Parent relationships… and when they turn messy * The difference between support and expectation * Why people-pleasing can backfire in your business * Setting boundaries without feeling like the "bad guy" * Building a support system that actually supports you This one's honest, a little spicy, and probably going to make you feel very seen. 👉 If this episode hits close to home, share it with your studio bestie or someone who just gets it.