Mama Says Namaste Podcast Ashley & Nathan Logsdon

Love without ownership - can you love someone and let go of the outcome? 
In this episode, we discuss the concept of love without ownership and recognizing the impact of our actions on others. When it comes to navigating relationships with people or animals, we talk about the importance of the abundance mentality and letting go.
What, truly, is compassionate love, and how can it impact our lives and relationships?
From saying "yes" or "no" to our children to recognizing the influence of others on our loved ones, we explore the beauty of letting go and allowing love to simply be.
Join us on this journey from chaos to clarity, and discover how love without ownership can transform your family dynamic.

I get asked this question a lot as a relationships coach who specializes in helping people understand their personality styles. And the answer isn't a simple yes or no. 
It's a lesson in self-awareness and evolution, and this week Nathan and I dig into my mentor's blog post on the "The Lifecycles of Strength" and the many stages we go through as we grow and develop - not only into who we are, but who we want to become. 
Listen in, and share with a friend! (Get the full blog post that goes along with it here): https://www.mamasaysnamaste.com/does-your-personality-change-over-time-episode-341/

In this episode, Nathan and I dive deep into exploring the balance between knowing what you like and being open to what's working for you. We share our perspectives on the delicate dance of embracing our likes while also being open to new opportunities for growth and connection.
What happens when we get stuck in our ways, and how can we navigate this in our relationships? We discuss how rigid thinking can limit us and how embracing flexibility can open up new doors in our lives and relationships. We talk about Joshua Becker's blog post on Becoming Minimalist.
We challenge you to shift your conversations and ask yourself and those around you, "What's working for you?" This simple question can lead to powerful insights and tools for personal and relational growth. Join us as we explore the beauty of openness and the ways it can strengthen and deepen our connections.
Tune in to discover how this shift in perspective can lead to grace, growth, and a deeper understanding of ourselves and those we love.
https://www.MamaSaysNamaste.com/what-i-like-is-first-step-thinking-episode-340
 

I was 34 years old and at my wit's end with a 3, 6, and 9-year-old, trying to navigate juggling work and motherhood at the same time. I wrote a blog post then, and, looking back at it now, my heart goes out to that mama I was 8 years ago! 
So I updated the blog post and asked Nathan to come on and do an episode now, in hindsight, about working from home and how to navigate it. 
So is it overrated and you shouldn't do it? Or...can you find your flow?
Get the full blog post that goes along with it here: https://www.mamasaysnamaste.com/working-from-home-is-so-overrated/
*Bonus - transcript added!

Back in 2018, I wrote a blog post about my perspective on learning together as a family that transcends all educational models and is simply a lifestyle approach. Today, we reflect back on how much this model of "Functional Education" has served us well over the years, and break down the acronym of "FUNCTION" to dig into what it really looks like. Read the corresponding blog post here: Why I Believe In Functional Education...And What That Really Is

If you haven't ever discussed what "home" looks and feels like to you, how will you know when you're there? 
We spend a lot of time in business looking at things like a vision statement, team meetings, and showing up in our best light. Yet how often do we give this same intention at home? 
We dive into our foundational post on "family vision" that we did eight years ago, reminiscing on the steps we took with young children as well as looking back now at other approaches that would work. 
Not everyone is going to get excited about a family vision any more than going to yet another office meeting. Yet each shift toward intention makes an easier flow for everyone to thrive in their own way. 
So check out these tips on creating a family vision and why it's important - and let us know what you come up with!