In this episode, I sit down with workflows and planning expert Ronna Belinky to explore a question that goes deeper than productivity: what if having the right systems in place could actually help you feel calmer, more present, and less mentally overwhelmed?

Ronna shares how her background in TV production and the nonprofit world shaped her approach to building simple, personalized planning systems — and how she now helps women and parents cut through the noise to find what actually works for them.

We talk about the shame so many people feel around not being organized, why rigid systems often backfire, and what compassionate time management really looks like in practice.

We also dig into her workshop, Notebooks with Ronna, designed specifically for parents managing the full weight of household life — and why the goal isn't a perfect system, but one that grows and evolves with you.

If you're tired of carrying it all in your head, this episode is your permission slip to simplify.

Topics covered: Planning as a path to presence and peace, the mental load of parenthood, compassionate time management, building personalized systems, Notebooks with Ronna workshop, the four tendencies framework (Gretchen Rubin), and letting go of urgency culture.

You can find Ronna online at

Website: https://workflowsbyrona.com

Socials: https://instagram.com/workflowsbyronna

https://facebook.com/workflowsbyronna

Join us in this transformative episode as we spotlight Dr. Erika Darbro, a pioneering force in pelvic health and the founder of Envision Pelvic Health & Wellness. Discover how Erika's innovative approach to holistic care and community empowerment is reshaping women's health and wellness.

In this episode, Erika shares her journey from necessity to success, revealing the mindset shifts and strategic decisions that fueled her practice's rapid growth. Learn how she overcame systemic barriers, made intentional hires, and created a nurturing environment where patients feel seen, heard, and empowered.

Key insights include:

• The power of community and collaboration over competition in transforming women's health
  Practical strategies for balancing motherhood, entrepreneurship, and self-care without guilt
  How embracing vulnerability and trusting intuition can lead to genuine patient connections and business success
• The importance of systemic change in pelvic health treatment, offering comprehensive, holistic options beyond traditional models
  
  Erika's story is a testament to the strength and resilience of women entrepreneurs and clinicians. Her work not only advances pelvic health but also inspires a movement of empowerment and advocacy. Whether you're a clinician, a mom, an entrepreneur, or all three, this episode offers clarity, confidence, and community.
  
  Tune in to be inspired by Erika's authentic energy and insights, and learn how to create a life and business you love—confident, connected, and in control. There’s a revolution happening in women’s health and entrepreneurship—be part of it and start your transformation now.
  
  You can find Envision Pelvic Health & Wellness at their office at
  6323 N. Avondale, Suite B 110, Chicago, IL. 60631, online at https://envisionpelvichealthwellness.com/ and on instagram @EnvisionPelvicHealthWellness ​

In this raw and honest conversation, sex and couples therapist Lauren Rzepka returns to the podcast to unpack the tangled relationship between women, shame, and sexuality. Together, we explore how cultural conditioning, motherhood, relationship dynamics, and generational messaging all contribute to the "shoulds" that govern our erotic lives - and what it takes to break free.

From desire discrepancies to postpartum sex, from solo intimacy to communication barriers, we dig into the roots of sexual shame and offer a new lens rooted in compassion, consent, and sovereignty.

This episode is a permission slip to redefine desire on your own terms - and to start talking about the things we were taught to keep silent.

Resources Mentioned:

Come As You Are by Emily Nagoski

Lauren Rzepka, LMFT is a sex and couples therapist, and founder of Rising Oak Therapy in Schaumburg.

You can find her online at risingoaktherapy.com and on social media @RisingOakTherapy.