This episode explores what it means to feel seen again in motherhood—and how to witness yourself when no one else does. Using the story of a missed milestone birthday turned pumpkin-patch celebration, it looks at how longing for recognition isn't selfish but deeply human. You'll hear reflections on self-love, creative agency, and practical ways to reclaim your sparkle, even in the busiest seasons of mom life.

Whether you're craving creative spark, deeper connection, or simply a reminder that your story still matters, this episode invites you to take up space in your own life and lead yourself with intention.

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This is a follow-up to Episode 97 on blooming where you’re planted — but this time, we’re asking:

What if the soil isn’t right?

This one’s for anyone sitting in the middle space — between blooming and uprooting, between “I can make this work” and “I think I need to go.”

If you’ve ever wrestled with your environment — whether it’s a job, a place, or a relationship — this episode offers reflection, stories, and gentle coaching to help you discern your next step.

💧 For the person crying in their car.

🌆 For the new mom Googling “am I allowed to leave this city?”

🎨 For the creative quietly suffocating in a place they’ve outgrown.

• How to know if your environment is nourishing or draining you
• Why blooming takes more than mindset — it takes space, safety, and support
• Three paths: Stay and adapt, co-create change, or lovingly let go
• Personal stories of choosing to leave, to shift, and to stay with boundaries
• Gentle prompts and somatic cues to guide your own next steps
  
  

📍 Listen to Episode 97 first if you haven’t already — and then come back here when you’re ready to go deeper.

🌱 Because sometimes, the most self-loving thing you can do… is repot yourself.

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Patricia’s 1:1 and group coaching programs are about becoming the active designer of your life through any transitional phase. Learn more at https://www.patriciacosulich.com.

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Content Disclaimer:
This episode mentions suicide and suicidal ideation, which may be distressing for some listeners. Please take care while listening. If you are in crisis or need support, we encourage you to reach out to a mental health professional or call a local crisis line.

Are you co-creating your environment—or just consuming it?

In this episode, we explore what it means to stop waiting for life to feel better—and start showing up as a quiet yet powerful designer of your own ecosystem.

What does it really mean to co-create your life… especially when you weren’t handed the map, the money, or the magic wand? I share how I’ve built belonging in unfamiliar places (including a raw story from my time living in Japan), what it’s taken to cultivate community from scratch, and why your calendar might be your most overlooked creative tool. We talk seeds, slow growth, social capital, and the kind of life design that doesn’t rely on perfect conditions.

This one’s honest, down-to-earth, and ready to meet you right where you are.

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Ready to make a change? Book Your Next Chapter Call w/ Patricia.

Patricia’s 1:1 and group coaching programs are about becoming the active designer of your life through any transitional phase. Learn more at https://www.patriciacosulich.com.

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