Katie and Amanda recount some of the epic events they've attended in Indianapolis as it relates to the month of May. Culminating in the Indianapolis 500 at the end of the month, the city is alive with race-related fun for kids, families, and adults. The hosts have been lucky enough to attend several epic events as well as discuss some of the fun things that are on their bucket lists. As always, we celebrate moms and encourage you to do something for yourself, but especially during May, when we recognize Mother's Day!

Our daily lives are filled with edited, filtered, censored versions of people. From the mom next door to the hottest celebrity it is everywhere and it can leave us feeling like we don't measure up. Sadly social media only enhances the problem and most of us are on multiple platforms daily. In this episode, we will open up about our own vulnerabilities and how we are working towards being and portraying the most authentic versions of ourselves. we hope you will join us this week for this important topic and feel inspired to take one action towards a less filtered life.

As we celebrate Women's History Month, Katie and Amanda talk about the importance of your network, both professionally and personally, to help you grow. It's hard to make friends as a busy working mother, but you need those people in your life to help you celebrate your wins and kick you in the pants when you need it. Listen for more about how Katie and Amanda feel about finding friends and lifting women up.

In this episode, Amanda and Katie open up about how it feels like this January has been relentless and what they could have been doing differently to not feel this way. They will dig deep into how self-care, protecting (and taking) time for activities that fill your cup, and vacation is simply a must to thrive and not just survive. Join us as we get really real about what we are guilty of and how we and you can do more to prevent burnout moving forward.

In this episode, Amanda and Katie open up and get vulnerable about their individual struggles with imposter syndrome both in and out of the boardroom and how this impacts all areas of their lives. This includes being comfortable to show up as themselves and 100% authentically as well as making new friends as they navigate the twists and turns of career, family and life.

As Katie and Amanda reflect on the best of intentions they set for the new year, they struggle with already feeling behind on their ambitious goals. They discuss how the holiday break was not as restful and refreshing as they had hoped. Now going into the new year, they are finding they need to show themselves grace and understanding that not everything will go as planned. Follow along as the working moms detail a few ways they are learning to change their expectations and become comfortable with the change of plans.

Every year comes with growth and setbacks both personally and professionally. This year was a unique one as so many re-emerged to the "normalcy" of the world, work, travel and school and we are no different. As we navigate the business of life and the balance of work and personal life which can be very blurry when opening your own company we are wrapping up 2022 grateful but moving into 2023 with a new perspective and setting some intentions. Join us this week to hear a little about our year and where we plan to go in the next 12 months. Like, share and subscribe!

Today we are covering the heavy topic of depression, stress and anxiety that can affect people during the holiday season. While this time of year can be very magical and full of joy, celebration and wonder, it can also be one of the most difficult times of the year for a lot of people for a variety of reasons. In this episode, we discuss our own stressors and anxiety around the holiday season and the value of keeping a close eye on those you love and care about.

After an extended hiatus, the Navigating Balance podcast is back with Season 3! While Katie was laser-focused on growing her business and overcoming one of the busiest fall meeting schedules on record, Amanda took the plunge, following in Katie's footsteps, by starting her own marketing consulting business. Upon reflection on the previous two seasons, the women decided to pivot their podcast to better reflect their own lives and current events. Instead of forcing the conversation on certain topics, Season 3 will be focused on the things that matter most to them: family, friends, self-care, and working motherhood. We look forward to sharing with you!

This week to wrap up our month of all things money we are joined by special guest and local financial planner, Amanda Legler. She has a BS and MS in financial planning and works at SYM's. She will be sharing thoughts around how to get your house in order when it comes to financial planning. We hope you will join us for the conversation! Make sure you subscribe to the podcast so you never miss an episode.

If you are interested in contacting Amanda directly or information on her firm you can do so below:

Amanda Legler
https://www.sym.com/
Email: alegler@sym.com

Money is a hard topic for many couples. It is no wonder that challenges with money are one of the top reasons for divorce. There are so many different dynamics to consider such as spending habits, an imbalance between spouses, guilt and shame for past discretions, or simply a lack of communication. Katie and Amanda share their own conversations around money and offer some guidance to help mitigate conflict or anger during discussions.

Join us for May when we discuss all things money. We know money can be a touchy subject but it is also really important to be financially savvy for yourself and your long term goals. We'll talk about how to help set yourself up for success while also handling some of those difficult conversations you may have. We'll also discuss how to advocate for yourself in your career. Maybe most importantly, we'll talk about giving back beyond a financial contribution. Subscribe so you don't miss an episode!

Join us for May when we discuss all things money. We know money can be a touchy subject but it is also really important to be financially savvy for yourself and your long term goals. We'll talk about how to help set yourself up for success while also handling some of those difficult conversations you may have. We'll also discuss how to advocate for yourself in your career. Maybe most importantly, we'll talk about giving back beyond a financial contribution. Subscribe so you don't miss an episode!

We are excited to wrap up the month of spring cleaning with our special guest Kristine, Zionsville resident, mom and owner of The Laundry Co. In this episode, we will discuss laundry and how to take the stress and chaos out of the process. Kristine will share her process, tips and a little about how her company can support your family on your journey to clean, smartly folded and easy to store clothing and help you check one thing off your long to do list this spring!

Continuing the theme of spring cleaning all areas of your life on this week's episode of Navigating Balance we dive into your physical space and finances. We kick off by sharing our thoughts and tips around getting your physical space in order covering topics like organization, cleaning and minimizing.

We also cover financial decluttering where we discuss numerous tips for cutting back, budgeting, taking control of spending, saving and so much more. You won't want to miss a second!

There may be nothing harder than letting go of relationships that no longer serve you, but the longer you wait the harder it is. In this episode we will share our experiences and thoughts on how to tidy up the various relationships in your life including the romantic ones, friendships, family and with co-workers.

We will also share tips for setting boundaries for the instances that you can't simply sweep out those that no longer serve you! Join us this week for a healthy conversation about letting go!

Spring is upon us and this month on the podcast will dive into how to spring clean all areas of your life. There is no time like spring to do so. Join us this month as we provide tips to tidy up your relationships, finances and physical spaces!

As we've gotten older, we find it challenging to make new friends as adults and how the important bonds we've built over time with the women in our tribes have evolved. We've learned to cherish the people we hold dear and trust the candid conversations from our friends and know that these non-judgemental, difficult conversations are an important part of maintaining true friendships.

To help with our community conversation this month, we've invited Caroline, friend and family of the podcast, to share her thoughts on friendships.

Falling in love is the easy part. Staying in love after the honeymoon period is harder! Your relationships change over time and with each introduction of new challenges. Join the episode to hear Katie and Amanda talk about their experiences with love after kids, love after divorce, and love for yourself as you navigate the seasons of love on your journey.

We also invite special guest, Caroline, to share with our followers her experiences.

We are excited to dive into the month of love with you all. In this episode, we will cover building a strong foundation for all types of relationships, tips for a healthy marriage, and some tricks that have worked for us through marriage and long distance relationships. We look forward to the conversation and having you join us.