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"The Light Switch": This One's for the Women Overwhelmed by the Mental Load
Episode 14931st August 2026 • Beyond the Bombshell: Confidence, Style, and Empowerment for Women • Michelle Stokes
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Michelle takes a deep breath and checks in on the three pillars of her life: self, relationships, and motherhood. From taking Calm pills for morning anxiety to shutting down Josh's romantic attempts because she couldn't stop thinking about the messy basement rec room and house repairs, Michelle is unpacking why turning off the female brain is easier said than done. Plus, she shares a tearful morning realization about connecting with her 13-year-old son Ben, and the simple car-ride trick that's helping her bridge the gap.

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00:00 Sponsor Message

00:17 Welcome to the Show

00:47 Three Pillars Update

01:52 Anxiety and Body Check-In

02:40 Supplements and Libido Shift

04:05 Bloat and Stress Spiral

06:44 Why I Keep Saying No

10:54 Therapy Questions Ahead

13:37 Mom Mode and Teen Worries

15:42 Connecting With Boys

18:53 Pushing Past Resistance

21:34 Wrapping Up and Next Week

23:03 Final Outro

This one's for the ladies who need a car ride with their teenagers and a complete brain-reset with their partners.

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