From Stay-at-Home-Mom To Discovering Her Inner Author: The Wit, Wisdom and Margarita Recipes of Makensi Gage
- From Stay-at-Home-Mom To Discovering Her Inner Author: The Wit, Wisdom and Margarita Recipes of Makensi Gage Sharon Macey 39:56
In this episode of Mom to MORE™, host Sharon Macey is joined by guest Makensi Gage, mom of 3 and author of “It’s a NO From Me: A People Pleaser’s Guide To Freedom(ish)”
As a recovering people pleaser and after years of being the “yes” girl, Makensi is learning that doing it all is overrated. Focusing on her personal Growth doesn’t come easy and yes, she complains. In her life, the laundry piles up, the toilets aren’t always clean, her kids fight, and dinner is rarely homemade.
In her book, “It’s a NO From Me..A People Pleaser’s Guide To Freedom(ish)”, Makensi identifies the obstacles that many of us are faced with just because we are women…which she believes also comes with so many unrealistic standards. She shares her peaks and valleys, life experiences that will have you nodding in agreement, many lessons learned, and embarrassing moments that will make you laugh out loud. She’s navigating the exhausting job of being a wife and mom of three, all while trying to find herself. What seemed impossible suddenly feels within reach after utilizing the freedom of saying NO.
Join Sharon and Makensi as they discuss the importance of being open and honest in Relationships, the power in saying “no”, and embracing grace and patience.
Makensi’s story serves as a reminder that it is okay to ask for help, set boundaries, and prioritize self-care as a stay-at-home parent. The mental load of parenting is real, and it is essential to recognize and address it in order to maintain Mental Health and well-being. By sharing her experiences and insights, Makensi inspires other mothers to embrace their journey, find their voice, and prioritize themselves in the midst of the chaos of parenting.
[00:00] Introduction [00:50] Makensi’s background [02:00] Transitioning to stay-at-home mom [04:12] The reality of being a stay-at-home mom [06:03] The inspiration and meaning behind “It’s a No from Me” [12:01] How margarita recipes made their way into Makensi’s book [15:30] The ease and the challenges of writing a book [20:32] The importance of girls trips [25:10] The crazy logistics of moms getting away [28:00] The role of respect in relationships [30:00] How Makensi’s mom superpowers help her in parenting and writing [36:00] Makensi’s MORE, her communication superpower and a second book [37:43] Where to find Mackensi online
Learn more about Mackensi Gage:
Instagram: @makensigage
Instagram: @highwayjets (Makensi and hubby Dustin’s side hustle business)
Makensi’s book on Amazon: https://amzn.to/4cLqlf1
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@Sharon Macey on LinkedIn. Keep an eye out for episode #12 of the Mom to MORE™ podcast where Sharon is joined by Dr. Jennifer Guttman, Clinical Psychologist and author of Beyond Happiness: The 6 Secrets of Lifetime Satisfaction. Coming soon – you won’t want to miss it ♥
Mom To MORE™ Pod is written and produced by Sharon Macey. It is edited by Aspen Streiff.
