In this episode of Single Parent Success Stories, Irina Shehovsov interviews Loretta Gavin, co-founder of the Heat Wellness Retreat. 🌱

Loretta shares her inspiring journey of supporting her sister Sharon through a rare autoimmune disease, their decision to adopt a plant-based lifestyle, and how they turned their personal struggles into a thriving retreat for single parents and wellness seekers.

💡 What you’ll learn:

• How food and lifestyle can transform health

• The power of community for single parents

• Simple daily non-negotiables for energy & well-being

• Why kindness and humor are essential for resilience

Chapters

00:00 The Journey of Healing and Transformation

05:32 Navigating Single Parenthood

08:05 Career Changes and New Beginnings

09:57 Daily Non-Negotiables for Well-Being

12:42 Books That Inspire Change

16:30 Instilling Kindness in Children

18:10 The Power of Humor

18:54 Embracing the Stages of Parenting

Connect with Loretta & Sharon:

👉Website: https://gavinsisters.co.uk/

👉Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gavinsistersuk/

👉TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@gavinsisters

👉Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thedetoxbarn

👉YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@GavinGavin/

Connect with Irina:

👉 Book a Session: ⁠https://calendly.com/coachirina/30-minute-call

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👉 Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@happinessacademy_

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Parenting teens often feels like a battlefield, but it doesn’t have to. In this episode, parenting coach and Stanford graduate Jeanine Mouchawar shares how she went from struggling with her son’s ADD and high school challenges to building a close, respectful relationship through the power of Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. You’ll learn how to set boundaries without punishments, manage your own emotions, and raise confident, honest, kind teens. Whether you’re a single parent or just feeling overwhelmed, this conversation will give you the tools to bring peace and connection back into your home.

Resources:

Free 50 different ways you can connect with your teenager: http://www.jeaninemouchawar.com/freebie-50-ideas

✅Dr. Becky Kennedy ⁨- Her work focuses on parenting approaches, particularly for younger children and teenagers

✅Gabor Mate - His insights align with effective parenting strategies

✅The Bachman Institute - While focused on marriage, their communication techniques can be applied to parenting

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Parenting Mastery

04:03 Navigating Teenage Challenges

11:00 Communication: The Key to Connection

15:58 Understanding and Validating Emotions

20:55 The Role of Agreements Over Punishments

26:23 Navigating Parenting Dynamics

27:54 Advice for Single Parents

31:37 Instilling Core Values in Children

34:59 The Importance of Self-Belief

36:53 Recommended Resources for Parenting

39:22 The Power of Believing in Your Children

45:53 Embracing Vulnerability in Parenting

Connect with Jeanine:

👉Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jeaninemouchawarcoaching

👉Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeanine.theparentingcoach

👉LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeaninemouchawar/

👉Website: http://www.jeaninemouchawar.com/

Connect with Irina:

👉 Book a Session: ⁠https://calendly.com/coachirina/30-minute-call

👉 Link Tree: https://linktr.ee/irina089

👉 Website: https://www.irinashehovsov.com/

👉 Explore Irina's Books: https://www.irinashehovsov.com/mybooks

👉 Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@happinessacademy_

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What happens when a fatherless childhood inspires innovation? Mark Miller, architect and entrepreneur, grew up in a single-parent home after losing his dad at age two. The emotional toll on his mother and the lack of support shaped his mission: to create the Love Notes App — a digital memory box for parents to leave heartfelt messages for their children.

In this episode, Mark shares:

💔 The impact of losing his father so young

🧠 How parental depression shaped his courage and confidence

💡 Why mentorship and vulnerability matter

🌳 His bold vision for a Spirit Park — a reimagined cemetery for meaningful connection

👉 Download the Love Notes App today and start building your legacy of love.

Connect with Mark:

👉https://www.markmillerarchitecture.com

👉https://www.passivehousemidwest.com

👉https://www.lovenotes.club

👉https://www.facebook.com/LoveNotesClub/

👉https://www.facebook.com/spiritparkblog/

👉https://www.facebook.com/MAMABINC/

👉https://www.instagram.com/love_notes_app/

Connect with Irina:

👉 Book a Session: ⁠https://calendly.com/coachirina/30-minute-call

👉 Link Tree: https://linktr.ee/irina089

👉 Website: https://www.irinashehovsov.com/

👉 Explore Irina's Books: https://www.irinashehovsov.com/mybooks

👉 Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@happinessacademy_

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