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  • Episode 498: A Tale of Two Triumphs

    Episode 498: A Tale of Two Triumphs
    Nov 19 2025
    Have you ever had a weekend so full of kid achievements, emotions, rushing, exhaustion, and absolute joy that you’re still processing it days later This Whinypaluza Wednesday with Rebecca and her husband, Seth, brings you right into a weekend overflowing with family pride and beautiful chaos. The episode opens with Ella sharing her Teenage Tuesday reflections after acting in her school play and stepping into her new role as student director. Her leadership, organization, and dedication had the whole family beaming. Then comes the second triumph of the week as Lillie’s cheer teams wrapped up their fall season with huge wins, including grand champion honors. Between rehearsals, competitions, late nights, wardrobe changes, and races against the clock, the weekend reminded Rebecca and Seth just how much teamwork, resilience, and grit their girls carry. Rebecca gets honest about the bumps and time pressure she felt along the way and how giving herself grace is still a work in progress. Seth adds thoughtful life and business lessons from The Phantom Tollbooth, tying together the themes of awareness, time management, reflection, and personal growth. Together, they share inspiring insights for parents juggling full schedules while staying present in the joy. KEY TAKEAWAYS → Teamwork amplifies success, and kids show us how powerful it can be → Hard work pays off and both girls demonstrated that beautifully → Busy seasons guarantee bumps, so grace for yourself is essential → Time is inventory, and overscheduling drains peace quickly → Reflection helps you grow through chaos instead of repeating it → Leadership shows up early when kids are given room to rise Stay connected with Rebecca, Seth, and the whole Whinypaluza community. Join the free Whinypaluza Mom Group on Facebook for support, connection, and monthly challenges. Follow all of Rebecca’s updates, subscribe to the podcast, and help it reach more families by liking, commenting, reviewing, and sharing. All links are here https://linktr.ee/whinypaluzamom Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    35 min
  • Episode 497: The Gilded Butterfly Effect

    Episode 497: The Gilded Butterfly Effect
    Nov 14 2025
    What happens when the pursuit of belonging turns darkly funny, heartbreakingly real, and deeply human? Rebecca Greene sits down with Oxford PhD student and author Heather Colley to explore her brilliant debut novel The Gilded Butterfly Effect, a darkly observant look at campus life, beauty culture, and the messy search for belonging. Together they unpack how sorority life, loneliness, and female friendship collide in unexpected ways. Heather shares the inspiration behind her unforgettable characters Penny and Stella, the Shakespearean roots of her title, and why fiction helps us feel less alone. Through laughter and reflection, Rebecca and Heather explore why young women crave connection, how easily identity gets lost in the crowd, and why every generation faces its own version of the fitting in struggle. It’s a raw, smart, and deeply relatable conversation about growing up, finding yourself, and learning that sometimes being different is the truest form of belonging. KEY TAKEAWAYS→ Belonging can bring both comfort and confusion→ Fiction helps readers feel less alone in their experiences→ Female friendships are often messy, layered, and deeply real→ Loneliness hides even in the most social places→ Finding your people takes time and self-awareness→ Parents can support young adults by listening, not judging Quote from Heather“Finding the right people is everything. The book is really about what happens when you’re not with the right people and how easy it is to lose yourself trying to belong.” — Heather Colley Call to ActionFind The Gilded Butterfly Effect wherever books are sold and follow Heather at heathercolleyauthor.com or on Instagram @heathercolleyauthor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    32 min
  • Episode 496: Keeping your Spirits up Through the Winter Months

    Episode 496: Keeping your Spirits up Through the Winter Months
    Nov 12 2025
    Ever feel the winter blues creeping in as the days get shorter? Rebecca and Seth open up about what it really takes to keep your spirits high through dark evenings, time changes, and holiday stress with laughter, love, and plenty of cozy rituals. Rebecca shares how she refuses to let the cold months pull her down, offering heartfelt and practical ways to protect your mood. From celebrating winter birthdays and creating warm traditions to avoiding the venting trap, she shows how to turn the season into a time of joy instead of dread. Seth adds humor and perspective, reminding us that attitude shapes everything, including how we experience winter. Together, they remind listeners that community and connection make all the difference, especially when the days grow darker.Key Takeaways:→ Make small plans to look forward to, such as dinners, family game nights, or mini adventures→ Romanticize winter with blankets, popcorn, hot chocolate, and movies→ Avoid the venting cycle by shifting to solutions and gratitude→ Get fresh air and sunlight whenever possible→ Protect your mood like a glass house and keep outside chaos from breaking in→ Talk to people who love the season because positivity is contagiousQuotes:💬 “Protect your mood like a glass house—don’t let the cold or chaos break in.” – Rebecca Greene💬 “You can decide it affects you—or decide it doesn’t.” – Seth GreeneCall to Action:If you loved this episode, share it with a friend who could use a little light this winter 💕Join the Whinypaluza Mom Community on Facebook for free monthly challenges, support, and inspiration, and follow Rebecca across all her platforms here:👉 https://linktr.ee/whinypaluzamom Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    26 min
  • Episode 495: Transform Stress to Work for You

    Episode 495: Transform Stress to Work for You
    Nov 7 2025
    What if stress isn’t the enemy—but the key to unlocking your best self?Host Rebecca Greene sits down with stress physiologist and former high school teacher Dr. Rebecca Heiss for an eye-opening conversation on how to transform stress from a burden into a superpower. Drawing from her groundbreaking research and her new book Springboard: Transform Stress to Work for You, Dr. Heiss shares simple, science-backed strategies for parents and kids to reframe stress as fuel for growth. Together, they discuss why “calm down” is the worst advice you can give, how to turn nervous energy into excitement, and how to make stress a teacher rather than a threat. Key Takeaways → Stress is a barometer for how much we care—it gives meaning and purpose to life. → Teach kids the “Tiger Check”: ask, “Is this going to kill me in 3 minutes?” to reset perspective. → Replace “Calm down” with “Get excited!” to reframe the body’s stress response. → Use the 3-minute “Worry Dump” to release anxiety and shift into action. → Post-traumatic growth is real—stress can become the foundation for confidence and connection. → Service to others is the most powerful stress-reliever, activating the courage hormone oxytocin. Quote:“It’s not the stress that’s killing you—it’s how you think about it.” – Dr. Rebecca Heiss Call to Action:Listen now to learn how to make stress your ally, not your enemy—and help your kids do the same. Find Springboard: Transform Stress to Work for You wherever books are sold or visit rebeccaheiss.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    40 min
  • Episode 494: The Uncool Mom

    Episode 494: The Uncool Mom
    Nov 5 2025
    What happens when being the “uncool mom” is actually the coolest choice you can make? Rebecca and Seth open up about parenting through peer pressure, party culture, and keeping kids safe in a world where “everyone’s doing it.” Rebecca Greene proudly wears the title of “The Uncool Mom” — the mom who says no to buying alcohol, drugs, or vaping supplies for her kids. In this honest conversation, she and Seth share the realities of raising teens in today’s world. From setting boundaries and modeling healthy choices to maintaining open communication, they show how love sometimes looks like rules and how safety always outweighs being the “cool” parent. Six Key Takeaways→ Being “uncool” can mean you’re the most responsible parent in the room.→ Parents who supply alcohol or drugs to minors face serious legal consequences.→ Keep communication open so kids feel safe telling the truth — even about mistakes.→ Safety lessons like swimming, helmets, and sober driving are non-negotiable.→ Sharing your own experiences helps kids see your guidance as real, not judgmental.→ Teach kids how to respond to peer pressure with confidence and self-respect. Quote from Rebecca“I’d rather be the uncool mom than the mom who has to regret a preventable mistake. My kids can roll their eyes all they want — I’ll take that over risking their safety any day.” Call to Action Have your kids listen to this one, then discuss it. Honest conversations save lives.Subscribe at Whinypaluza.com and sign up for Rebecca’s free parenting and marriage newsletter to join a community of families who care, connect, and grow together. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    29 min
  • Episode 493: Halloween Special: Unlocking your inner magic

    Episode 493: Halloween Special: Unlocking your inner magic
    Oct 31 2025
    In this heartfelt conversation, Rebecca Greene sits down with Marccella Gonzalez, a seasoned tarot reader and spiritual guide with nearly four decades of experience. Known for her authentic, no-nonsense readings and her ability to communicate with spirits, Marccella opens up about the real purpose of tarot: to empower, heal, and guide people back to self-love. Together, Rebecca and Marccella explore what it means to do the inner work, how shadow work helps us face what we’ve buried, and why transformation starts with honesty and faith. From handcrafted spell jars to energy rituals and personal stories of growth, this episode is a beautiful reminder that healing is possible—if you’re willing to begin. → How tarot reveals what your soul is ready to face→ What spirit communication really feels like→ The deeper truth behind energy, intuition, and healing→ How self-love becomes the foundation for transformation→ Why doing the work is the real magic Find Marccella Gonzalez at https://marccella.com/ Explore her daughter's crystal shop, La Petite Lune Crystals https://lapetitelunecrystals.com/, and her upcoming brand, Sun Moon & Mars, where she blends spirituality with empowerment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    53 min
  • Episode 492: The Power of Our Mind

    Episode 492: The Power of Our Mind
    Oct 29 2025
    What if the thoughts you repeat every day are shaping your reality more than you realize? In this heartfelt Whinypaluza Wednesday, Rebecca and Seth Greene open up about how powerful our minds truly are and how often we underestimate that power. Rebecca shares her personal journey toward transforming negative thinking into mindful awareness and daily positivity. Together, they discuss the trap of venting, the power of reframing, and why mental exercise is just as important as physical fitness. With warmth and humor, they remind listeners that we can rewire our thoughts, one compassionate moment at a time. Key Takeaways → Negative thinking breeds more negativity—awareness is the first step to change. → Replace venting with mindful reflection and problem-solving. → Practice “RE” words: rewind, reset, regroup, and replace. → Small language shifts (“I’m having a bad moment” instead of “a bad day”) can transform perspective. → Give yourself grace—retraining your brain takes daily repetition and compassion. Favorite Quotes:🗣 “Our mind needs exercise just like our body. The more we practice, the stronger it gets.” – Rebecca Greene🗣 “Venting feels good for a moment, but it doesn’t fix it—it keeps it alive.” – Rebecca Greene🗣 “You can’t come on aggressively when someone’s upset; reframe gently or they’ll run away.” – Seth Greene Subscribe & Join the Whinypaluza Community!Follow the Whinypaluza Podcast for more real talk about parenting, relationships, and personal growth. 👉 Visit Whinypaluza.com to read Rebecca’s blogs, join the Facebook group, and sign up for her free newsletter. 💖 Like, rate, and review to help other families find the positivity they need. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    32 min
  • Episode 491: Stop Fighting Start Reconnecting Again

    Episode 491: Stop Fighting Start Reconnecting Again
    Oct 24 2025
    What if every argument in your marriage was actually an invitation for deeper connection? 💞 In this touching episode of The Whinypaluza Podcast, host Rebecca Greene sits down with Andrea Dindinger, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over two decades of experience helping couples heal, reconnect, and grow stronger together. Andrea has guided thousands of couples through communication breakdowns, rebuilding trust after betrayal, and finding their way back to closeness after parenting has changed everything. With training in Somatic Therapy and Brainspotting, Andrea offers unique, body-aware strategies for healing relational trauma and breaking the “loop” of recurring arguments. She shares practical tools like weekly team meetings, emotional check-ins, and even a playful concept she calls “sexy logistics” to help partners rediscover intimacy and ease. Whether you’re navigating burnout, resentment, or emotional distance, this episode is packed with grounded wisdom, laughter, and real solutions for modern love. 💡 Key Takeaways: ➤ The “looping fight” couples repeat is actually an unspoken call for connection. ➤ Rebuilding trust after betrayal starts with accountability, not blame. ➤ Simple check-ins—weekly, quarterly, and annual—can prevent resentment from festering. ➤ Emotional regulation and listening without rebuttal transform communication. ➤ Play, humor, and physical closeness are powerful ways to reignite love. 💬 Quote from Andrea: “Every looping fight is a hidden doorway back to connection—if you’re willing to walk through it together.” 📲 Connect with Andrea: Website: therapywithandrea.love YouTube: Therapy with Andrea Instagram & Facebook: @therapywithandrea 🎧 Call to Action: If you’ve ever felt stuck in the same argument, this episode is your fresh start. Listen now, share with your partner, and don’t forget to subscribe to The Whinypaluza Podcast with Rebecca Greene for more heartfelt conversations about love, family, and connection. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    39 min