Grab a cerveza and pull up a chair — we’re back in Mexico, baby! 🇲🇽☀️

This episode kicks off with a cheers and a whole lot of sunshine energy. While soaking up the beauty (and maybe a few margaritas), we noticed something amazing — everywhere we went, people commented on our light. Not the sun, our light. The energy, joy, and genuine love we were pouring into the world. ✨

We talk about what it means to be the light — how we all have that glow inside of us, even when life’s darkness tries to cover it up with fear, envy, or the past. It’s up to us to peel it back and let our light shine again, one spark at a time.

A little laughter, a little Mexico magic, and a whole lot of heart — this one will leave you glowing.

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This week’s episode kicks off with a laugh as Jeff Caston reveals the surprising roots of Megan’s dance moves (hint: it’s tied to his international heritage). From there, the conversation unfolds into an incredible journey—born in Venezuela, traveling through Europe, growing up in Florida, and then, on a whim, moving to Panama after a work trip stole his heart.

Jeff describes falling in love with a smaller country of just three million people, where neighbors became friends and community life took on a whole new rhythm. Later, he brought his daughter to join him, where her education included both the classroom and the “school of life.” Think: skipping school to fish, learning to live among crocodiles, and even playing checkers with what Jeff affectionately called “the good criminals.”

At the heart of his stories lies a deeper wisdom—live as your truest self, don’t waste energy pretending to be anyone else, and always stay connected to your higher power.

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What happens when you mix step-parenting, teenagers, a kindergartener, and even grandparents—under one roof? In this week’s episode, we sit down with Autumn, who opens up about her beautifully complicated household of seven. Between her and her husband’s 6-year-old, two teenage stepsons, her mom, and her mom’s husband, life is anything but quiet.

Autumn shares the real challenges that come with blending families, balancing different parenting styles, and keeping peace in a multigenerational home. But she also talks about the gratitude and perspective she leans on daily to stay grounded—and the moments of connection that make the chaos worth it.

If you’ve ever struggled with co-parenting, step-parenting, or just trying to create harmony in a crowded house, you’ll find encouragement (and maybe a little relief that you’re not alone!) in Autumn’s story.

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In this episode, we circle back to the cliffhanger from a previous conversation—the irregular mammogram. This time, there’s no more waiting or wondering. Caley shares openly about receiving her breast cancer diagnosis, what type it is, and the plan moving forward. Though the topic is heavy, the conversation is honest and surprisingly lighthearted, because perspective makes all the difference.

We talk about how uncomfortable moments are woven into life, and how learning to sit with that discomfort can actually lead to joy. We remind ourselves (and you) that attitude is everything when facing adversity, and that showing up with courage and humor is always an option. With nearly 40% of people facing cancer at some point in their lives, our goal isn’t to make it “normal,” but to empower you to take care of your mental and emotional health if cancer affects your family.

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This week, we’re sitting down with Mallory—a hairdresser turned spiritual guide—whose journey is nothing short of transformational. For years, she lived in the world of external beauty, helping women feel confident in the mirror. But five years ago, Mallory took a leap into something deeper: the path of spiritual awakening.

From sitting with a full-on spiritual teacher to exploring modalities like Reiki, tarot, and mediumship, Mallory has embraced the inner work that changed her life. Her ultimate mission? To merge the worlds of external beauty and internal healing—so that when someone leaves her chair, they don’t just look amazing, they feel it in their soul.

Whether you’re curious about spiritual practices or just wondering what it means to start “waking up,” Mallory offers both inspiration and a dose of exposure therapy for anyone who hasn’t yet dipped their toes in the woo-woo waters.

We love bringing in voices from the next generation, and this week’s conversation with Olivia is one you don’t want to miss.

As a college student, daughter, and friend, she opens up about being diagnosed with diabetes in eighth grade — and later with celiac — and what it was really like to manage both as a teenager.

Between the comical missteps and the tough realities, Olivia’s story shines a light on resilience, grief, and the strength of the mother-daughter bond.

Toward the end, Olivia drops wisdom that hits like a freight train — raw, real, and impossible to forget. It’s the moment that cracked us wide open (yes, tears were shed), and it’s the reason you need to stick with this conversation until the very last minute. Honest. Unfiltered. Absolutely worth it.

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The Mature(ish) Mommas are back with a laughter-filled episode all about back-to-school season. From Caley’s first grader navigating big nerves (and surprising everyone with his smooth transition after some late-night gratitude parties) to Whitten declaring he “hates school” while Mom finds creative ways to support him—this one is packed with relatable mom moments. Caley even admits she told her son she was sitting in the parking lot just to help him through the day.

Meanwhile, Megan opens up about her decision not to send Caston to a second year of preschool. Instead, she’s savoring the one-on-one time, knowing school will claim him for the next 13+ years. Together, they dive into the tension every parent feels—anxiety or excitement, blues or blessings—and remind moms that there’s no single right way to do back-to-school. There are many paths, and the best one is the one that works for your family. With plenty of laughs, honesty, and encouragement, this episode is a back-to-school pep talk for every mom.

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I always say motherhood is humbling — and this night proved it.

After spoiling my kids with a full day of back-to-school shopping and fair fun, I lost my cool over bedtime whining… and ended up in what my family now calls “The Banana Smash.” 🍌

On the calm-to-regulated scale, I shot right past 10 into “needs a timeout herself” territory. But this isn’t just a confession — it’s a conversation about what emotional dysregulation really looks like, why it happens, and how we can turn those meltdowns into teachable moments.

I share how I processed my reaction, repaired with my kids, and created a silly but meaningful family language for those “emotionally dehydrated” days. Spoiler: it involves bananas.

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