Best Kylie Van Gelder Podcasts (2024)

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038: The Truth About Anxiety & How to Reduce It 18:24

8d ago18:24

18:24

In today's episode, anxiety is peeled back to expose what it is, why we experience it and how to reduce its hold on us. As women and moms, anxiety can come up in various forms. Societal pressures to do all and be all can bring about anxious feelings. Often added to the mix are feelings of guilt. This is why learning to reduce its hold can help reli…

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037: Night Owls, Sleep Deprivation & How to Move Forward 23:09

13d ago23:09

23:09

In today's show, we dig into sleep deprivation and the impact this can have on your mental and physical well-being. The long-term effects are shocking. I've been experiencing some of the short-term effects of chronic sleep deprivation, and it's not pretty. This is why I wanted to bring awareness to such an important topic. During the episode, I tal…

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036: Reducing Imposter Thoughts 23:00

1M ago23:00

23:00

In today's show we dive into a topic that affects the majority of the population, including yours truly. Imposter syndrome, or as I prefer to say imposter thoughts. Imposter thoughts are thoughts that regardless of your achievements, you think you are not good enough. Often you feel like a fraud and fear others might find out. Imposter thoughts wil…

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035: Learning to Set Your Boundaries 26:39

2M ago26:39

26:39

Welcome to Season 3 of Mama Needs More! We're back with a new lineup of shows starting with today's episode on learning to set boundaries. This is such an important topic for overwhelmed moms. Learning to set boundaries helps you protect your energy, lowers stress, models positive behaviours for your children, increases your self-worth, and so much…

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034: Reparenting Your Inner Child 20:12

5M ago20:12

20:12

In today's episode, I dig into the topic of the inner child and how to reparent her. We all have an inner child. She doesn't live in the past. Many of the emotions you feel today as an adult – positive and negative – are what she felt and learned growing up. This means she is very present. It's the negative emotions I focus on in today's show. When…

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033: Perimenopause & Women's Health with Sharla Mandere 37:37

5M ago37:37

37:37

In today's episode, Sharla Mandere, a certified holistic coach and personal trainer, joins me to discuss perimenopause and women's health. Sharla highlights the importance of getting the right type of exercise for women in this phase of life. Personally, I'm in denial but when you're a woman in your 40's perimenopause is a subject you want to know …

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032: Screen Time, Mental Health & Learning 26:13

6M ago26:13

26:13

Today's episode takes a slightly different approach compared to my shows. This is because of the amount of information coming out about the negative impact screen time can have on our brains. And by our brains, I'm not just talking about the adult brain, but also our kids. Areas that are hit the most are important things like sleep, mental health, …

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031: We're All a Work in Progress 8:56

6M ago8:56

8:56

In today's short and sweet episode, I discuss a quote I needed to hear to get me out of my head. Do you ever have this? You're watching TV or listening to music and you hear something that feels like it was meant specifically for you. This is exactly what I felt. In this case, it's about snapping at your kids, beating yourself up because you've bee…

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030: Imperfect Parenting & Emotional Overwhelm 26:34

7M ago26:34

26:34

In today's episode, I talk about an experience where I quickly judged another parent. His daughter was feeling emotionally overwhelmed (a.k.a. having a temper tantrum) and oh, I had some judgment going on about his response. In the show, I explain the story and my realization at that moment that I am also an imperfect parent, which is ok. Perfectio…

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029: Building Resilience 21:58

7M ago21:58

21:58

In today's episode, we're talking about all things resilience. It's a word that's used so often, yet at the same time, it's also underestimated. In the show, I get into the details of what it means to be resilient and how important it is to acknowledge your inner strength. Resilience is something you need to practice. It's not an overnight sensatio…

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028: Celebrating Wins & Showing Up for Yourself 17:02

8M ago17:02

17:02

It's a celebration! Today's episode marks the 1 year Mama Needs More anniversary and I'm giving away a free session. Listen to the show for the exact details. Hurry, because the offer ends on April 30, 2024. In today's very special anniversary episode, I talk about what happens to your life and your mind when you stick to your goals. More specifica…

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027: A Personal Story About Facing My Fear 23:05

8M ago23:05

23:05

This episode is a vulnerable one where I share my recent experience facing my fear... public speaking. In the episode, I talk about an opportunity I had to speak in front of hundreds of people. After the talk, my inner critic went wild, dishing out all sorts of harsh comments because things didn't go as planned. Instead of sinking deeper into a bla…

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026: The Truth About Your Purpose & How to Find It 18:37

9M ago18:37

18:37

As great as it would be to have a miracle way to know exactly what you're purpose is, it doesn't work like this for most people. In today's episode, I share some no-BS info on the hype that is finding your purpose, while offering you 10 steps to discover yours. One thing I point out is that you do not need to have a flashy purpose for all to see. A…

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025: Trauma Healing, Self-Acceptance & Compassion with Nicole Dake 34:58

9M ago34:58

34:58

Today's episode is number 25! It feels like a big number, so I'm celebrating with a guest. Nicole Dake is a mother, an award-winning author, a spiritual life coach, a blogger, and a social media influencer. In the show, Nicole shares her personal story and her trauma-healing journey. She talks about awareness of what's happening, self-acceptance by…

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024: Taking Control of Your Life & Following Your Dreams with Karen Smith 42:42

10M ago42:42

42:42

In today's episode, I'm joined by Karen Smith. Karen is the owner of Aunties Kitchen, an Indigenous business providing fresh, healthy and delicious catering services. After working for 25 years in the government, Karen decided it was time to stop working for someone else and instead, follow her dreams. During the show, we talk about reconnecting to…

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023: 8 Strategies to Help You Create a Work-Life Balance 15:00

10M ago15:00

15:00

In today's minisode, you will discover 8 strategies to help you find that much-needed work-life balance. I call it the work-life-motherhood balance or integration. As mothers, this almost seems like a mythical creature at times. But your life does not have to be a juggling act of swapping from one role to the next without a second to breathe in bet…

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022: The Relationship Between Food, Your Body & Your Mood 36:57

10M ago36:57

36:57

In today's episode, I dive into a topic I'm passionate about: food and the impact this has on your mental and physical health. I briefly explain what unhealthy food is and what it does to your mind and body. So I don't scare you off, I am all about balance – don't touch my pasta! In balancing things, this also means getting enough of the good stuff…

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021: Start The New Year Off With A Bang! 18:33

11M ago18:33

18:33

In today's episode, I give you my top 10 busy mom strategies to set yourself up for success in the new year. I make it easy to combine things, so you feel like you achieve more throughout the year. If you follow the tips, you will definitely do just that! I also highlight why starting before the year ends can help you get the most out of the year t…

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020: The Benefits of Self-Reflection & a Yearly Practice 10:51

11M ago10:51

10:51

In this minisode, I talk about the fantastic ways daily self-reflection can help you increase your self-awareness and confidence. It's super simple and doesn't require much time. Bonus! As it's the end of the year, I also share the benefits of reflecting on your year and what you want to do going forward. I walk you through the questions I ask myse…

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019: Positivity. The Good, the Bad & the Great 20:58

11M ago20:58

20:58

Have you ever wondered about the benefits of being positive? What about when someone is too positive? In today's episode, I dive into the good things that happen when you have a healthy balance of positivity. I also get into toxic positivity. This is when someone ignores negative emotions and covers them up with extreme positivity, to the point tha…

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018: Creating Healthy Habits the Easy Way 29:28

12M ago29:28

29:28

It's almost the New Year and I'm sure you're thinking about a New Year's resolution. Let me stop you right there. This show is all about creating healthy habits starting now. In the episode, I explain why postponing a new habit won't get you very far. I also emphasize how important it is to start taking action today. Luckily, the action I'm suggest…

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017: Learn to Accept & Let Go with Actual Steps! 28:30

12M ago28:30

28:30

Mama Needs More season 2 returns! In this episode, I open up about the challenges my husband and I have been facing and how we have been practicing the “sometimes annoying” art of accepting and letting go. If you’re like me, those words might drive you crazy. Well, in this show, I give you ACTUAL STEPS to learn the technique and release yourself fr…

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016: Gaining Clarity & Creating Change with Angela Boyd 44:12

1+ y ago44:12

44:12

Today's episode is the final show of the season and it's one you don't want to miss! I interviewed Angela Boyd from Angela Boyd Coaching. Angela is Mindset & Accountability Coach. In the show, she shares an insane amount of knowledge. So much so that I had a hard time selecting key topics because everything she says is jam-packed with wisdom from s…

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015: Discover the Real You through Journaling 14:22

1+ y ago14:22

14:22

Today's show is all about journaling! It's my favourite tool on this personal development adventure. When you put pen to paper, something magical happens. Your words are seen, you are seen. Everything comes to life as you tell yourself your story and you start to feel heard by the most important person in your life, YOU. Journaling has by far been …

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014: Boost Your Confidence Today with These 3 Quick Tips 12:21

1+ y ago12:21

12:21

Yes, it is possible to increase your confidence in one day. Actually, in a few seconds even. In this episode, I share my three go-tos and research-backed confidence-boosting hacks. While I do state that these are not long-lasting tips, they are fun and easy to do and will definitely boost your confidence for any occasion! Key Topics Being confident…

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013: Finding a Balance Within the Chaos of Motherhood 16:55

1+ y ago16:55

16:55

In this show, I talk about how finding a balance as a mom can be tricky and often it feels overwhelming. Believe me, you are not alone! This episode was recorded for you and for me. We often forget just how many hats we wear as moms. It’s normal to feel like things are chaotic at times. The secrets are to discover the microseconds when there is act…

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012: Get to Know Yourself & Discover What You Want from Life 17:42

1+ y ago17:42

17:42

In today’s episode, I dig deep into the challenge of trying to figure out what you want from your life. This is something I struggled with for pretty much my entire life. One of the strategies I used is what I discuss in this show. It’s called the perfect day exercise. It’s a series of questions you can ask to get to know yourself better. When you …

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011: How to Break Free from Repeating Lessons 8:06

1+ y ago8:06

8:06

If you have situations in your life that keep repeating themselves and you don’t know why, then this episode is for you! Sometimes we have life lessons that frustrate us and we wonder why they keep coming back. In this short and sweet show, I talk about how a repeating life lesson is not just there for you to learn from that specific lesson. It’s n…

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010: Free Yourself From Judgment 19:22

1+ y ago19:22

19:22

This episode is one that hits home for me. It’s all about the fear of judgment, why we experience it and how to work through those scary feelings. To help understand judgment, I break it down into three parts, with strategies for each – including ones for busy moms. The first is how we all judge others to some extent and the impact this can have on…

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009: Intentional Living with Megan Llorente 32:09

1+ y ago32:09

32:09

In today’s episode, I interviewed Megan Llorente, a full-time mom to her 4-year-old daughter, an author of 5 children’s books and an entrepreneur. Megan has been inspiring me since the day we met. She is all about intentional living – something I’ve been leaning into more but at the same time struggling to fully achieve. This is why we dive into ho…

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008: Unlock Your Inner Calm with 10 Self-Care Tips for Busy Moms 17:56

1+ y ago17:56

17:56

If you sometimes struggle to squeeze in the ever-so-needed self-care, this episode's got you covered! I’ve packed it with 10 (ok 11/12 depending on how you count them) self-care tips for busy moms. Each one is 5 minutes or less! As busy moms, taking care of ourselves can sometimes feel like an illusion. Bouncing from one thing to the next, self-car…

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007: Emotional Freedom Technique & Healing with Karen Risløw 36:06

1+ y ago36:06

36:06

This is such an exciting episode! Not only is it the very first interview on the podcast, but it’s also with my personal Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) Practitioner, Coach and friend, Karen Risløw. In the show, Karen and I discuss the power of EFT, also known as tapping. EFT uses acupuncture points on the body and face combined with keywords and…

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006: Beating The Bad Mama Blues 16:38

1+ y ago16:38

16:38

In this short episode, I talk about how you can kick the bad mama blues to the curb and start recognizing that you’re a fantastic mother! I acknowledge the difficulty of being a mom and the feelings of sadness, guilt, and shame that come along with it. Motherhood is not always rainbows and unicorns, and it's normal to feel like a bad mom on tough d…

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005: Reclaim Your Sense of Self & Rein It In After Losing Your Sh*t 23:27

1+ y ago23:27

23:27

When you lose it on someone, you give up the very essence of who you are because you give up your ability to show self-control. In this episode, I talk about what it means to lose your sh*t and how you can rein it in. I discuss why you lose it in some situations and not in others. This is when I refer to how each person has their own individual tri…

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004: How to Overcome Fear & Get More of What You Want in Life 17:47

1+ y ago17:47

17:47

Today I talk about the natural emotion of fear. In this episode, I break down the three different types of fear – rational, primal and irrational fear. Then I dive into the specifics of irrational fear, as this one makes no sense to our brain and is usually the prime suspect that keeps you from getting more out of your life. Irrational fear is usua…

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003: Reduce Your Inner Critic's Impact & Regain Control of Your Thoughts 22:11

1+ y ago22:11

22:11

This episode is all about the inner critic and its current control over your thoughts. I start off by explaining what the inner critic is, why we have it and the difference between a healthy inner critic and an unhealthy one. I talk about the impact of having an aggressive inner critic, specifically the impact on how you perceive yourself and how y…

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002: Get Unstuck & Start Moving Forward Today 30:02

1+ y ago30:02

30:02

In this episode, I talk about the feeling of being stuck, the tools to discover why you’re stuck and how to move forward. I dive into the details of how being stuck is something you’ve developed over time, which means you can also get unstuck. As moms, there’s a tendency to put everyone else first and to people please, which may leave you stuck wit…

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001: Welcome & Introduction to Mama Needs More! 22:51

1+ y ago22:51

22:51

Welcome to Mama Needs More the podcast dedicated to helping moms get more from life outside of motherhood! In this very first episode, I share an introduction about my background, including how I became a mother of two wild little miracles and a certified Life Coach with a Master's in Psychology. I dive into the struggles I had with infertility and…

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