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Rewrite the Mother Code with Dr. Gertrude LyonsAuthor: Dr. Gertrude Lyons
Mothering isn't just a roleit's an energy, a transformative experience that transcends traditional definitions. Whether as a noun, a verb, or a profound force, mothering is accessible to everyone who embraces it. Dr. Gertrude Lyons' groundbreaking work celebrates this essence, providing the tools and support to lead more authentic, joyful, and fulfilling lives - whether youre seeking greater intimacy, more job satisfaction, or something else, youre in the right place. Dive into this revolution with the Rewrite the Mother Code podcast and awaken the mothering spirit within you. On Rewrite the Mother Code, Dr. Gertrude explores womens development, parenting, self-love, and relationship fulfillment through storytelling, interviews with experts, and conversations with community members. Dr. Gertrude is having conversations about motherhood and mothering that no one else is having. She brings herself and her guests into alignment through the transformational opportunity in mothering. If youre curious about what embarking on the journey of Rewriting YOUR Mother Code could feel like, interested in joining a community of open-hearted women, and learning to celebrate what makes you you, youve come to the right place. Language: en Genres: Education, Personal Journals, Self-Improvement, Society & Culture Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it Trailer: |
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220: Living Authentically: Finding Growth in Media and Motherhood with Sonni Abatta
Episode 220
Monday, 30 March, 2026
In this episode, I speak with Sonni Abatta, an award-winning and Emmy-nominated journalist, about the complexities of redefining personal narratives and navigating the modern media landscape. As a dedicated media professional and mother of three, Sonni opens up about her transition from spending 15 years in traditional media to creating a digital platform that informs women without the overwhelm.Sonni shares insights into how her highly expressive Italian-American upbringing shaped her emotional intelligence and deep communication skills. Our conversation explores the process of connecting with the inner child, recognizing how early coping mechanisms can transform into powerful adult strengths like discernment and self-soothing.We delve into actionable practices for living authentically, from intentionally consuming news across the ideological spectrum to holding opposing viewpoints without feeling attacked. Sonni emphasizes the importance of not parenting from your own trauma and raising children with the capacity to set boundaries, inspiring others to honor generational strength while rewriting the Mother Code.You'll also hear about:(03:50) The journey from traditional media to digital spaces (08:20) The profound impact of inner child work and family dynamics (14:59) Building emotional intelligence and the ability to self-soothe (24:16) Navigating charged global topics with nuance and multiple perspectives (31:29) Avoiding the trap of parenting from your own childhood trauma (39:46) Blending news and lifestyle with a 25% serious, 75% fun approach (41:22) Sonni's reflections on rewriting the Mother Code through generational strengthDon't miss Sonni's inspiring perspective on finding alignment between personal truth and conscious media consumption!Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you listen to podcasts!Learn more about Sonni Abatta:Learn more about Sonni Follow Sonni on InstagramSubscribe to her Youtube channelFollow Dr. Gertrude: Learn more on Dr. Gertrude’s WebsiteFollow Dr. Gertrude on InstagramStay in the loop and sign up to Dr. Gertrude’s SubstackOrder Dr. Gertrude’s new book “Rewrite the Mother Code”
