Motherhood at 40 vs. 18: Parenting in Two Seasons of Life
The Stacey Flowers Podcast
In this episode, I answer a heartfelt question from the community: What’s it like being a mom at 40 compared to 18? I reflect on what it means to parent two generations of children while living in two different cities—raising my newborn daughter in Chicago and staying connected to my adult son in Omaha. I share how this new season of motherhood feels different: more peaceful, more supported, and surprisingly joyful. I also explore how being in a healthy, happy partnership has made me a better mom and how my current lifestyle—focused on homemaking, intention, and healing—has changed the...
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Am I Still a Homemaker If I Make Money? Processing Identity, Purpose & Earning in This Season
The Stacey Flowers Podcast
In this deeply personal episode, I respond to two thought-provoking questions from my community. The first: “Wasn’t your previous content already homemaking?”—a reflection that helped me realize how trauma had shaped my view of myself and my work. The second: “Why does homemaking have to mean not earning income?”—sparked an honest conversation about the fears I had around choosing between building a business and building a home. I open up about how therapy and healing have allowed me to embrace my identity as a homemaker and how I’m learning that creating content can be part of...
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Creating the Most Amazing Place in All the Land
The Stacey Flowers Podcast
In this episode, I’m sharing why becoming the keeper of my home has been one of the greatest honors of my life. For the past four years, I’ve been on a journey to create the most amazing place in all the land — and I couldn’t be more proud. As a Black homemaker, I’m especially passionate about creating a home that reflects my family’s values, culture, and joy. I talk about why homemaking feels like a promotion (not a demotion), how I’ve learned to embrace the process, and why I believe anyone can turn their home into an extraordinary place to thrive. Whether you’re single,...
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How to Be Happy in a Hard Season
The Stacey Flowers Podcast
In this episode of The Stacey Flowers Podcast, I’m sharing a powerful lesson my mom recently taught me about happiness in difficult seasons. She reminded me that hard seasons aren’t hard because we’ve failed or done something wrong. They’re hard because they are hard. And the only way through is to accept them as they are. You can’t skip them, optimize them, or prevent them—you can only learn how to hold on to your happiness inside of them. If you’ve been feeling the weight of a difficult season, this episode is for you. Tune in to learn how to navigate challenging times without...
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One Reason You Aren’t Happy
The Stacey Flowers Podcast
In this episode of The Stacey Flowers Podcast, I break down why so many people struggle with happiness simply because they’re living by other people’s values instead of their own. I’ll walk you through how to identify your core values, why they’re essential for happiness, and how choosing your top three values can transform your life. If you’re ready to start living a life that actually makes you happy, this episode is for you! Listen now and let’s get intentional about your happiness!
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My Word & Phrase of the Year for 2025: A Simple Mindset Tool for Intentional Living
The Stacey Flowers Podcast
In this episode of The Stacey Flowers Podcast, I’m sharing my word and phrase for 2025 and why they matter so much to me this year. Instead of diving into hyper-productivity in January, I took a step back, reflected, and allowed myself space to simply be. In doing so, I found the clarity I needed to focus my energy for the year ahead. I’ll walk you through why I choose a word and phrase each year, how they guide my decisions, and how you can use this practice to bring more clarity and alignment into your own life. If you’re looking for a fresh way to stay intentional in 2025, this...
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How I Created the Life I Always Wanted (And How You Can Too)
The Stacey Flowers Podcast
In this episode, I’m sharing how I intentionally created the life I’ve always wanted and how you can too. I’ll walk you through three transformative strategies for building a happier life: making choices based on what you want (not what you don’t want), embracing mistakes as part of the process, and prioritizing self-reflection. If you’re ready to stop living on autopilot and start designing a life that brings you joy, this episode is packed with actionable advice and inspiration. Tune in to learn how small, intentional steps can lead to big, beautiful changes.
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Why Some People Just Can’t Have Healthy Relationships
The Stacey Flowers Podcast
In this episode of The Stacey Flowers Podcast, we dive into why some people seem to struggle with building healthy, happy relationships while others thrive with ease. Stacey explores the concept of the "relationship starter kit"—the emotional foundation provided by emotionally mature parents—and how it shapes our ability to form and maintain connections. If you didn’t get this head start, don’t worry! Stacey shares practical insights and resources to help you create the relationships you deserve, including book recommendations and the importance of therapy. Tune in to discover how...
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How to Actually Practice GROWTH
The Stacey Flowers Podcast
(originally published 2022)
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Lessons Learned From 5 Years of Therapy
The Stacey Flowers Podcast
(originally published 2022)
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I’ve always considered myself to be a pretty fearless person. For a long time, I was willing to let this particular fear linger in my life, but I’ve reached a point where I can’t tolerate it anymore. It’s time to face it head-on.
The first time I shared this fear out loud was on stage at a conference in Nassau, Bahamas. During the Q&A, an audience member asked if I was afraid of anything. I hesitated but finally admitted: my biggest fear is becoming even more successful.
Some people in the audience were shocked, but a few understood. That moment was the spark that started me on a journey—a journey that has led me to where I am now, rebuilding my life while successfully running my company part-time.
I’ve come to realize that the only thing standing between me and the success I deserve and desire is… me. Yes, you read that correctly. I’ve been holding myself back because of this deep-seated, seemingly irrational fear of success.
This episode of the podcast is my out-loud effort to overcome this fear. I’ve found that I heal and learn best through talking, and today, I’m talking about belief—specifically, the five beliefs I need to release to get over my fear of success.
As you listen to this episode, I’d love to hear from you: do you ever experience a fear of success? Is there any fear that holds you back from becoming as successful as you deserve and desire?