489: How My Mom Helped Me Know Myself

489: How My Mom Helped Me Know Myself

Author: Cloud10 July 13, 2026 Duration: 46:37
Grief has been close to my family lately, and in the weeks since losing my brother-in-law Logan, I've found myself returning again and again to the memories that hold the people we love, long after they're no longer here. This July 14th marks twenty-three years since my mother passed away from breast cancer. I was nineteen years old. And this episode (one of the most personal I've ever recorded) is my tribute to her. My mom had a gift for seeing strengths in her children before they could see them in themselves — and for my mom, helping me find my voice, quite literally, was one of the most loving things she ever did for me. This episode is a musical tribute because music is where she first showed me who I was. In it, you'll hear about 🎵 The nights my mom stayed up late making eight gorgeous costumes for me, and how those long hours spent together shaped me 🎵 What she said to me on the morning of July 14th, just a few hours before she passed 🎵 How my mom intentionally helped me see my strengths when I was an insecure seventh grade girl This episode is about grief, yes, but it's also a celebration. It's a celebration of how my mom helped me find myself, and how her love is still shaping me today. For full show notes, including takeaways, click here. *** Announcements: One of the greatest gifts my mom gave me was helping me know my own strengths. If you're wondering how well you're doing at knowing and celebrating yours, we have a free three-minute quiz waiting for you at 3in30podcast.com/quiz — it will give you a visual snapshot of where you're thriving in your self-assured motherhood journey and where there might be a little room to grow. Related Episodes: 390: Living with Grief without Losing Yourself // Shelby Quinlan 472: When the World Feels Heavy, Try This // Shannan Martin 104: How to Move Through Grief towards Joy // Anna Packard Episode Sponsors: AirDoctor: Head to AirDoctorPro.com and use promo code 3IN30 to get $300, plus a three-year warranty. Quince: Make your summer wardrobe feel easier. Go to Quince.com/3in30 for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada, too. Fodzyme (KiwiBiosciences): We're so excited to partner with Fodzyme and offer you 30% off your first order when you go to ICanEatAgain.com/3IN30. Finally, you can enjoy your favorite foods without the pain. K12 Powered Schools: See how K12 Powered Schools can help unlock your child's full potential. Enroll online today at K12.com/3in30. Let's Connect! Join me on Instagram! Get weekly-ish emails with BTS of my life Find Your Magic in Motherhood: Free 3-Day Email Course ***

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472: When the World Feels Heavy, Try This // Shannan Martin [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 42:39
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Duration: 41:50
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468: Stop the Runaway Train: How to Get Back to What Actually Matters [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 32:32
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467: How to Become a Better Partner // Dr Jennifer Finlayson-Fife [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 38:32
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466: You Have Permission to Pause [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 37:34
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