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In this episode of Talk with Kristen (with an e), Kristen and returning guest Alexis explore boundaries in parenting and how they shift across different seasons of motherhood. While boundaries are often discussed in professional settings, this conversation focuses on parenting boundaries, mom guilt, and the mental load that so many mothers carry.

Alexis shares what boundaries look like in her large homeschooling family, from structured quiet evenings to protecting personal reset time during the day. Kristen reflects on raising a teenager and navigating independence, shared family time, and the fear of not doing enough.

Together, they unpack motherhood burnout, extracurricular overload, financial boundaries, and the tension between putting children first and maintaining your own identity. They also discuss how social media pressure can amplify feelings of guilt and comparison.

This episode is a reminder that setting boundaries with your kids does not make you selfish. It helps you show up as a healthier, more present parent. Every family looks different, and finding what works in your home matters more than meeting someone else’s standard.

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In the first episode of Season Three, Kristen reflects on what she has learned from the first two seasons of the podcast and how those lessons are shaping the next chapter. Through personal stories and honest reflection, she revisits recurring themes like burnout, boundaries, self acceptance, friendship, resilience, and learning to let go of comparison.

Kristen shares how the mantra peace over chaos became a guiding principle at work and in life, helping her step back from urgency culture, manage expectations, and make more intentional decisions. She also opens up about her evolving relationship with her body, weight, aging, and appearance, including choosing to dress for the body she has, embracing authenticity, and letting go of long held judgments about herself.

The episode touches on meaningful adult friendships, vulnerability, social media boundaries, and what it looks like to build deeper connections later in life. Kristen reflects on resilience from a new perspective, including stepping into a role she did not expect and learning to trust herself through change.

This episode sets the tone for Season Three as a space for growth, self reflection, confidence, and choosing what truly supports well being. It is an invitation for listeners to take stock of where they have been, release what no longer serves them, and move forward with clarity and intention.

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In this episode, Kristen is joined by returning guest Emily for a thoughtful conversation about redefining the new year without resolutions. Instead of chasing surface level goals, they explore intentional living through personal ins and outs for 2026.

Emily shares her creative approach to goal setting with a year long bingo board, along with mindset shifts around overconsumption, thrifting, cooking at home, supporting others, and prioritizing meaningful experiences. Kristen reflects on body acceptance, exercising for mental and physical well being, reducing doom scrolling, and being more intentional with screen time.

Together, they unpack what they are choosing to leave behind in 2025 as they move into 2026, including negative self talk, people pleasing, drinking to cope with stress, working out for weight loss alone, and worrying about other people’s opinions. The conversation also dives into choosing peace over chaos, setting healthier boundaries at work and in life, and making day to day choices that support long term well being.

This episode invites listeners to consider what truly adds value to their lives, what might be quietly draining their energy, and how small mindset shifts can create a more grounded and intentional year ahead.

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As Season 2 comes to a close, Kristen opens up about unmet expectations, creative pauses, and the emotional weight of feeling like she fell short. She reflects on why fewer episodes did not mean less impact, shares stories of connection with listeners, and offers encouragement to anyone leaving a year that did not turn out as planned. This episode is a reminder that growth is not always about pushing harder and that adjusting goals can be an act of courage. Kristen also shares what is ahead for the podcast as she prepares for Season 3 in 2026.

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In this episode, Kristen welcomes back Alexis to talk all things planning, goal setting, and making the most of everyday life. They dive into strategies for achieving personal and professional goals, the importance of meal planning, and finding balance amidst chaos. Alexis shares her unique approach to goal setting, from reflecting on the past year to using a planner as a tool for focus and perspective. They also discuss how unexpected life events, like job changes, can lead to surprising opportunities and growth. Kristen and Alexis offer practical advice for anyone feeling overwhelmed by planning, including how to start small, stay flexible, and prioritize what truly matters. And of course, no episode would be complete without Kristen sharing her heartfelt admiration for Mark Daigneault and her excited persistence to get him as a guest on the podcast someday.

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In this heartfelt solo episode, Kristen opens up about a recent moment of disappointment in her family and reflects on what resilience really looks like in real life. Using stories from her son’s basketball tryouts and lessons from her own career journey, she explores how to face rejection, process the emotions that come with it, and move forward with confidence and compassion. Kristen shares personal reflections and past writing about promotion setbacks, growth, and perseverance, reminding listeners that resilience is not perfection but the courage to keep showing up even when the answer is no.

This episode is an honest, hopeful reminder that setbacks do not define us and that we can grow stronger by choosing to keep going.

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In this warm and reflective episode, Kristen reunites with returning guest Caity for a conversation that feels like your favorite fall sweater — comforting, familiar, and full of meaning. Together they explore seasons in every sense: the shift into fall, the natural cycles of friendship, and the personal growth that comes from learning to embrace change.

They share stories about wardrobe swaps and capsule closets, reminisce about Florida’s “seasonless” life, and laugh about scrapbook retreats and “nowhere to wear this” parties. But as always, their conversation deepens into gratitude and reflection with what it means to grow where you are, to appreciate the stage you’re in, and to measure your moments by love and connection rather than milestones.

Inspired by the song “Seasons of Love,” Kristen and Caity invite listeners to reflect on their own seasons of change and to find beauty in the growth happening right where they are.

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In this thoughtful and funny conversation, Kristen welcomes back Caity for a real-talk episode about boredom, overstimulation, and what it actually means to “touch grass.” Together they explore how our phones have quietly become both comfort and curse - feeding anxiety, stealing stillness, and numbing curiosity.

The two swap childhood road trip stories, talk about the lost art of just staring out a window, and unpack how silence once sparked imagination and creativity. Caity shares how, during a major life transition, boredom unexpectedly led her to trail running, solitude, and self-discovery.

From echo chambers and endless scrolling to rediscovering our senses outdoors, this episode asks a simple but powerful question: what happens when we finally stop refreshing our feeds and start refreshing our minds?

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