• Family Harmony Across Generations: Grandparent Wisdom with DeeDee Moore
    Aug 7 2025

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    Grandparenthood sounds like it should be pure joy, but for many families, it’s far more complex.

    Becoming a grandparent isn’t just a repeat of parenting—it’s a whole new role, one that can bring unexpected tension, unspoken expectations, and a steep learning curve.

    In this episode of The Right Room, Hilary Phelps sits down with DeeDee Moore, founder of More Than Grand, a platform helping grandparents step into this life chapter with intention, connection, and a little less conflict. A military wife, mother of four, and now grandmother, DeeDee knows firsthand how family roles shift—and how to make those transitions smoother for everyone.

    We explore:

    • Why grandparenting isn’t just parenting 2.0 (and why assuming it is creates tension).
    • The #1 relationship to focus on first (hint: it’s not the grandkids).
    • How to navigate generational clashes on everything from sugar and sleep to discipline and parenting philosophies.
    • Why “spoil them and send them home” is harmful (and what actually builds deeper bonds).
    • The conversations every parent and grandparent should have early to avoid resentment and confusion later.
    • How DeeDee’s New Grandparent Essentials guide is helping families prevent conflicts and foster closer, more connected relationships.

    This conversation isn’t just for new grandparents—it’s for anyone navigating a major role shift, whether it’s motherhood, a career pivot, or any chapter where your identity changes.

    Key Takeaways

    1. Being a grandparent is a new role, not a rerun of parenting. It requires learning, communication, and a willingness to adapt.
    2. Your relationship with your adult children is the foundation—you can’t build a bond with your grandkids without a healthy, respectful dynamic with their parents.
    3. Boundaries aren’t barriers; they’re bridges. Establishing expectations early prevents conflicts and strengthens relationships.
    4. Generational clashes (food, discipline, parenting styles) are inevitable, but open conversations and curiosity can turn tension into connection.
    5. Preparation makes the transition smoother. Just as we’d prepare for a job or marriage, preparing for grandparenthood sets everyone up for success.

    Explore DeeDee’s New Grandparent Essentials guide and more resources at morethangrand.com, and follow her @morethangrand for ongoing tips on building stronger family relationships.

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  • Empowering Women Through Maternal Health: A Conversation with Morad Fareed
    Jul 31 2025

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    In this episode of The Right Room, Hilary Phelps welcomes Morad Fareed — the first (and only) male guest ever featured on the podcast. Morad, co-founder of FC Mother, shares how his work is reshaping maternal health by placing the wellness of mothers — from which every one of us comes — at the center of public health, community, and generational well-being.

    Through groundbreaking research, FC Mother is revealing one staggering truth: 80% of chronic health issues in mothers can be traced back to lack of social support. It’s a statistic that’s both unbelievable and deeply solvable — and yet, it’s rarely addressed.

    This episode dives into how we can close that gap: by quantifying the life years lost due to unhealthy pregnancies, addressing cultural blind spots, and building community systems that ensure mothers don’t have to heal or thrive alone.

    Takeaways:

    • Morad Fareed is the first male guest ever on The Right Room.
    • 80% of chronic health issues in mothers are linked to lack of social support — a solvable crisis that demands action.
    • Social connection and community care are as vital as medical care in maternal outcomes.
    • FC Mother is quantifying life years lost due to unhealthy pregnancies to drive funding and policy change.
    • Maternal health must move from the margins to the center of public health conversations.
    • Community and collective care can transform outcomes for families and generations.
    • It’s time to build a new playbook for how we support mothers.

    Sound Bites:

    • “We need to honor our creators.”
    • “Mothers are the most powerful humans.”
    • “You’re the first male on The Right Room.”
    • “Eighty percent of chronic health issues in mothers stem from lack of support — and we can change that.”

    Chapters:

    00:00 – Introduction and Unique Perspectives on Maternal Health

    02:35 – The Journey into Maternal Health Advocacy

    05:23 – The Birth of FC Mother and Its Mission

    07:58 – Understanding the Importance of Maternal Support

    11:02 – The Role of Social Environment in Maternal Health

    13:51 – The Science Behind Maternal Health and Life Years

    16:42 – Addressing the Blind Spots in Maternal Health

    19:31 – The Call to Action for Maternal Health Awareness

    26:52 – The Heartbeat of Football: Mothers at the Center

    31:51 – FC Mother: Quantifying Life Years for Mothers

    38:46 – Healing Circles: The Power of Community

    44:49 – Addressing Loneliness: A New Initiative

    46:31 – Getting Involved: How to Support the Cause

    Connect with FC Mother & Morad Fareed:

    • Website: www.fcmother.com
    • Ins

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  • Unbreakable Spirit: Finding Strength in the Shatter with Naseem Rochette
    Jul 24 2025

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    What if the moments that break us could also be the ones that make us?

    In this episode of The Right Room, Hilary Phelps is joined by Naseem Rochette—author, speaker, tech executive, and survivor of a life-changing trauma. Naseem shares her extraordinary story of resilience after surviving a hit-and-run accident three times in one day—a moment she now calls her Unbreakable Day.

    Naseem opens up about how this experience reshaped her life, teaching her the strength found in vulnerability, the healing power of community, and the beauty of embracing our scars—much like the Japanese art of Kintsugi. She also shares how writing her memoir, The Unexpected Benefits of Being Run Over, became a tool for processing her trauma and offering hope to others walking their own hard roads.

    This conversation is a reminder that breaking doesn’t mean you’re broken—and that resilience often starts with letting others in.

    What We Talk About in This Episode:

    • The day Naseem’s life changed forever—and how it became her Unbreakable Day.
    • Why true resilience requires vulnerability, connection, and community.
    • The lessons she learned about reframing her story and embracing new realities.
    • How Kintsugi serves as a metaphor for self-compassion and growth.
    • Writing The Unexpected Benefits of Being Run Over and why she felt called to share her journey.
    • The daily practices that keep her grounded and present (even with 3 kids, 4 cats, and 2 dogs!).

    Where to Find Naseem:

    • Instagram: @nasrocs
    • LinkedIn: Naseem Rochette
    • Her Book: The Unexpected Benefits of Being Run Over

    Key Takeaways:

    • Breaking doesn’t mean you’re broken—it can be a doorway to strength.
    • Healing is rarely a solo journey; allowing others to help is a sign of courage.
    • Reframing your narrative can transform pain into empowerment.
    • Kindness toward yourself is non-negotiable in recovery.
    • Finding joy in small, everyday moments can change the way we heal.

    Memorable Quotes:

    “Choose your hard."

    “We rise by lifting others.”

    "I try to be present more—and that changes everything.”

    Chapters:

    00:00 Introduction to Resilience and Strength

    01:04 The Unbreakable Day: A Life-Changing Moment

    02:08 The Accident: A Traumatic Experience

    06:59 Reflections on Life and Love

    09:24 Choosing Not to be a Victim

    13:12 The Art of Kintsugi: Embracing Imperfections

    15:28 Sharing from Scars,

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    What if the breakthrough you’ve been searching for is closer than you think? Our 1:1 holistic coaching is more than guidance—it’s a transformative journey designed for women ready to reclaim their voice and redefine their purpose, navigate transitions, overcome obstacles, and align your life with your deepest intentions. This is where clarity meets confidence. Your next step starts here. Visit HilaryPhelps.com to begin.

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    53 mins
  • Building with Purpose: Lauren Picasso on Entrepreneurship, Resilience, and the Rise of CURE Hydration
    Jun 26 2025

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    Episode Summary

    In this inspiring episode of The Right Room, Hilary Phelps sits down with Lauren Picasso, CEO & Founder of CURE Hydration, Harvard MBA, and triathlete, to talk about her journey from burnout to breakthrough. While training for a triathlon, Lauren struggled with dizziness, nausea, and post-workout crashes—despite staying hydrated. Frustrated by the lack of clean, effective electrolyte options, she started mixing her own formulas at home. That DIY solution turned into Cure, launched in 2019—and today, the brand has grown 100x.

    Lauren was recently named to Inc. 5000’s 2024 Female Founders 250 List, and Cure earned a coveted spot on the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing private companies, ranking 568th overall and 23rd in Food & Beverage.

    In this conversation, Lauren shares what it takes to build a mission-driven wellness brand, navigate early business hurdles, and stay grounded through it all. She also opens up about how mindfulness and patience have shaped her leadership—and why just doing it isn’t always enough without the mindset to sustain it.

    Whether you’re a founder, wellness enthusiast, or woman navigating a big life transition, this episode is filled with wisdom, inspiration, and practical takeaways.

    What You’ll Learn:

    • The power of starting small and building consistently

    • How a personal health challenge sparked a wellness movement

    • Why mindfulness and patience are Lauren’s go-to mindset tools

    • What goes into scaling a company 100x in five years

    • Why authenticity matters when bringing a product to market

    • And what’s ahead for the wellness space in 2025

    Connect with Lauren Picasso

    🌐 Website: www.curehydration.com

    📱 Instagram: @cure | @laurenpicasso

    📍LinkedIn: Lauren Picasso

    Connect with Hilary Phelps & The Right Room

    🌐 Website: www.hilaryphelps.com

    📱 Instagram: @hilaryphelps_ | @therightroomofficial

    🎧 Subscribe to The Right Room wherever you get your podcasts.

    📝 Loved this episode? Share it with a friend or leave a review to help amplify stories that inspire and empower women.

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    We believe that your skin is the mirror of your soul, and that taking care of it daily, effectively, gently, is essential to your self care. Looking good…means feeling good…means doing good.

    Our motto: Self care through skin care.™ Forever.
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    What if the breakthrough you’ve been searching for is closer than you think? Our 1:1 holistic coaching is more than guidance—it’s a transformative journey designed for women ready to reclaim their voice and redefine their purpose, navigate transitions, overcome obstacles, and align your life with your deepest intentions. This is where clarity meets confidence. Your next step starts here. Visit HilaryPhelps.com to begin.

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    45 mins
  • Becoming Unstoppable: Amanda Marino on Trauma, Healing & Self-Worth
    May 29 2025

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    In this powerful and deeply honest conversation, Hilary Phelps sits down with Amanda Marino—CEO, healer, and mental health advocate—for a heart-opening exploration of what it means to reclaim your identity after trauma.

    Amanda shares the harrowing truths of her early life, from surviving childhood abuse and witnessing her sister’s kidnapping, to navigating toxic relationships and finding her way back to herself. Through it all, she’s become a voice for resilience, self-love, and the kind of inner strength that doesn’t just survive—but rises.

    Together, Hilary and Amanda discuss the lasting impact of trauma, the complicated beauty of co-parenting after divorce, and how recovery—especially as a woman and mother—is both sacred and messy. This episode is a reminder that healing is not linear, that your story can become your strength, and that you are never as alone as you think.

    Whether you’re walking your own path of healing, supporting someone else, or simply seeking a deeper understanding of resilience, this conversation offers both comfort and courage.

    What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

    • Why childhood trauma can shape—but not define—your identity
    • How Amanda healed from toxic relationships and learned to trust herself again
    • What co-parenting with grace really looks like (even after heartbreak)
    • The emotional complexity of recovery and why grit matters
    • How community, especially among women, can be a lifeline
    • Why self-worth must be reclaimed from the stories we’ve been told
    • How rejection can sometimes be protection
    • The power of not quitting before the miracle happens

    Key Quote:

    “Don’t quit before the miracle. Even when it hurts. Even when it’s messy. You’re not broken—you’re becoming.”

    Resources & Links:

    Learn more about Amanda Marino: @nextlevelrecoveryassociates and @amandamarinoofficial

    Follow Hilary: @therightroomofficial and @HilaryPhelps_

    Explore coaching, courses & more: www.hilaryphelps.com

    Subscribe & Review:

    If Amanda’s story resonated with you, share this episode with a friend. And don’t forget to rate and review The Right Room—it helps other women find this space and feel less alone.


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    We believe that your skin is the mirror of your soul, and that taking care of it daily, effectively, gently, is essential to your self care. Looking good…means feeling good…means doing good.

    Our motto: Self care through skin care.™ Forever.
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    What if the breakthrough you’ve been searching for is closer than you think? Our 1:1 holistic coaching is more than guidance—it’s a transformative journey designed for women ready to reclaim their voice and redefine their purpose, navigate transitions, overcome obstacles, and align your life with your deepest intentions. This is where clarity meets confidence. Your next step starts here. Visit HilaryPhelps.com to begin.

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    54 mins
  • The Courage to Be Seen: Addiction, Redemption, and the Real Marci Hopkins
    May 1 2025

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    In this conversation, Hilary Phelps sits down with Marci Hopkins, who shares her journey of recovery from addiction, emphasizing the importance of breaking the stigma surrounding mental health. She discusses her personal experiences, the role of spirituality, and the impact of trauma on mental health. Marci encourages listeners to find purpose through pain, practice gratitude and forgiveness, and navigate life transitions with authenticity. Her message is one of hope, reminding everyone that they are worthy of happiness and love.

    Takeaways

    • Marci emphasizes the importance of breaking the stigma around mental health and addiction.
    • She shares her personal journey of recovery and the pivotal moments that led her to seek help.
    • Marci discusses the role of spirituality in her recovery process.
    • She highlights the impact of trauma on mental health and the importance of addressing it.
    • Marci encourages finding purpose through pain and using experiences to help others.
    • She talks about the significance of gratitude and forgiveness in rebuilding life after addiction.
    • Marci offers advice for women navigating life transitions and finding their passions.
    • She stresses the importance of authenticity in the media and personal life.
    • Marci shares her belief that everyone is worthy of happiness and love.
    • She concludes with a message of hope for those feeling lost or disconnected.

    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction to Marcy's Journey
    04:08 Breaking the Stigma of Addiction and Mental Health
    07:07 Understanding the Spectrum of Alcohol Use
    10:09 Marcy's Pivotal Moment: The Decision to Change
    13:14 The Role of Higher Power in Recovery
    16:07 Rebuilding Life After Addiction
    19:00 The Power of Gratitude and Self-Love
    28:00 The Power of Gratitude and Forgiveness
    29:11 Finding Purpose Through Pain
    32:15 The Journey to Media and Healing
    36:00 Mental Health and Addiction Awareness
    41:29 Navigating Perfectionism and Authenticity
    46:39 Empowering Women in Transition


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    What if the breakthrough you’ve been searching for is closer than you think? Our 1:1 holistic coaching is more than guidance—it’s a transformative journey designed for women ready to reclaim their voice and redefine their purpose, navigate transitions, overcome obstacles, and align your life with your deepest intentions. This is where clarity meets confidence. Your next step starts here. Visit HilaryPhelps.com to begin.

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    50 mins
  • Becoming Liz: On Truth, Tenderness & Trusting the Unknown
    Mar 27 2025

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    Some conversations feel like coming home—and this one is exactly that.

    In this deeply honest and expansive episode of The Right Room, Hilary Phelps sits down with Liz Baker Plosser—author of Own Your Morning and former Editor-in-Chief of Women’s Health—for a conversation about change, self-trust, and what it really means to become who you are.

    Hilary and Liz first met in a professional setting, but within minutes it was clear: this wasn’t just a meeting—it was the beginning of a true connection. Their bond grew from shared values and mutual respect into a treasured friendship built on truth, humor, and a love for asking better questions.

    Now, in this episode, they explore everything from career transitions and letting go of titles, to mental health, sobriety, infertility, strength training, and the quiet inner work that so many high-achieving women are doing behind the scenes.

    Liz opens up about walking away from a major career in wellness media—not because she had to, but because she felt called to step into something more aligned and more personal. She shares the discomfort and growth that came with “turning the cab light on,” as she puts it, and beginning the vulnerable work of becoming Liz—not the job title, not the brand—just her.

    Together, Hilary and Liz explore the nuanced differences between self-esteem and self-confidence, and how so many women chase the latter while quietly neglecting the former. Liz reflects on her decision to stop drinking—not as a moment of rock-bottom, but as a conscious choice to prioritize clarity, energy, and leadership. She also speaks honestly about her experience with infertility, and the emotional toll it took on her identity and sense of worth.

    Through it all, one thing is clear: this is a woman who is learning to show up for herself—not perfectly, but powerfully.

    🛠️ Key Takeaways:

    Self-esteem and self-confidence are not the same. True growth comes from building internal trust, not external validation.

    Reinvention is brave. Walking away from a dream job doesn’t mean failure—it means you’re ready for a new chapter.

    Sobriety isn’t always about hitting rock bottom. Sometimes it’s simply choosing to feel better, sleep better, and lead better.

    Infertility is more common than we think—and more silently painful. Compassion is key.

    Boundaries protect peace. Especially in seasons of transition.

    Arrogance is not celebrating wins—it’s refusing to listen.

    Strength training isn’t just physical. It’s a practice in presence, self-trust, and reclaiming agency over your body.

    Using your voice changes everything. Especially when it’s hard.

    We never know what someone is carrying. Compassion matters.

    This episode is for ev

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  • Escaping a Cult & Rewiring Her Mind: A Journey of Healing & Power with Lydia Knight
    Mar 20 2025

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    What happens when everything you’ve been taught is built on fear, control, and silence? Lydia Knight grew up inside a cult led by her own grandmother, where trauma and manipulation shaped every part of her world. But she didn’t just escape—she rebuilt her mind, reclaimed her voice, and turned her pain into purpose.

    In this powerful episode of The Right Room, Hilary Phelps sits down with Lydia to explore the deep psychological unraveling required to break free from harmful conditioning. They dive into:

    🔹 The intense fear and programming Lydia had to unlearn

    🔹 How neuroscience played a crucial role in her healing

    🔹 The power of intuition & deprogramming from toxic beliefs

    🔹 The societal pressures that keep women silent—and how to break through

    🔹 Why reclaiming your worth is the ultimate act of empowerment

    Lydia’s journey is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the transformative power of healing. Whether you’ve experienced trauma, battled limiting beliefs, or are simply seeking a deeper understanding of self-liberation and empowerment, this episode will leave you inspired to rewrite your own story.

    Listen now and step into The Right Room—where healing, truth, and power collide.

    Sound Bites

    • "I grew up in a cult."
    • "I was always running from Satan worshipers."
    • "I realized that this is not real."
    • "The body keeps the score."
    • "Doubt is an incredibly important tool."
    • "Women can never win."
    • "Choose your hard."
    • "Don't wait to share your story."
    • "Take action before you feel ready."
    • "You are worthy of what you want."

    Chapters

    00:00
    Introduction and Background

    02:47
    Growing Up in a Cult

    05:59
    The Process of Deprogramming

    08:48
    Intuition and Realization

    11:54
    Neuroscience of Healing

    14:56
    Breaking Cycles of Pain

    18:04
    The Impact of Trauma on Relationships

    21:04
    The She Center and Its Mission

    23:53
    Overcoming Eating Disorders

    26:59
    Cultural Programming and Patriarchy

    29:31
    The Power of Women's Voices

    32:02
    Choosing Your Hard: Embracing Change

    34:45
    Transforming Challenges into Contributions

    36:37
    The Journey of Sharing Personal Stories

    40:06
    Authenticity in Motherhood and Beyond

    42:57
    The Neuroscience of Shame and Healing

    45:10
    Grief and the Urgency of Sharing Stories

    48:02
    Empowerment Through Action and Worthiness

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    What if the breakthrough you’ve been searching for is closer than you think? Our 1:1 holistic coaching is more than guidance—it’s a transformative journey designed for women ready to reclaim their voice and redefine their purpose, navigate transitions, overcome obstacles, and align your life with your deepest intentions. This is where clarity meets confidence. Your next step starts here. Visit HilaryPhelps.com to begin.

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    49 mins