Rewrite the Mother Code with Dr. Gertrude Lyons

Dr. Gertrude Lyons
Rewrite the Mother Code with Dr. Gertrude Lyons

Mothering isn't just a role—it's an energy, a transformative experience that transcends traditional definitions. Whether as a noun, a verb, or a profound force, mothering is accessible to everyone who embraces it. Dr. Gertrude Lyons' groundbreaking work celebrates this essence, providing the tools and support to lead more authentic, joyful, and fulfilling lives - whether you’re seeking greater intimacy, more job satisfaction, or something else, you’re in the right place. Dive into this revolution with the Rewrite the Mother Code podcast and awaken the mothering spirit within you. On Rewrite the Mother Code, Dr. Gertrude explores women’s development, parenting, self-love, and relationship fulfillment through storytelling, interviews with experts, and conversations with community members. Dr. Gertrude is having conversations about motherhood and mothering that no one else is having. She brings herself and her guests into alignment through the transformational opportunity in mothering. If you’re curious about what embarking on the journey of Rewriting YOUR Mother Code could feel like, interested in joining a community of open-hearted women, and learning to celebrate what makes you you, you’ve come to the right place.

  1. HACE 1 DÍA

    155: Experiencing the Sacred: Finding the Mystical in Everday Life with Mirabai Starr

    In this episode, I speak with author and inter-spiritual teacher Mirabai Starr about writing as a spiritual practice, the mysticism around us, and her evolving relationship with religion.  Mirabai’s latest book, Ordinary Mysticism, describes how to feel more holy and present in everyday life. Her work speaks to people’s spiritual yearnings without religious hierarchies by translating mysticism for all. Mirabai and I share some of our most transcendental, mystical experiences, particularly with the Divine Mother. We explore the fascinating lives of the mystics St. Teresa of Ávila and Julian of Norwich and discuss how we can integrate the lessons of their lives into the modern world. Mirabai shares a beautiful lesson she learned from her mother about not modeling self-sacrifice and the role of self-care in nourishing others.  You’ll also hear about:  (03:33) Welcome Mirabai Starr!(05:52) Ordinary Mysticism book(11:52) Demystifying mysticism(17:16) Rejecting the tyranny of tasks(20:29) Exchanging mystical experiences (26:33) Mindfulness practice realizations(29:15) St. Teresa of Ávila and Julian of Norwich(43:08) Mothering ourselves(47:21) The myth of self-sacrifice (53:53) Reclaiming independence and forgiveness(56:40) Dr. Gertrude’s integration Don’t miss this heart-opening episode with Mirabai Starr! Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you listen to podcasts!  Resources mentioned in the episode:  Win a copy of Mirabai’s book! To enter, listen to this episode, follow Dr. Gertrude, or follow Mirabai Starr. The first person to let either of us know they listened or followed will win one of five free copies!The Way of the Rose by Clark Strand and Perdita Finn Learn more about Mirabai Starr Learn more on Mirabai’s website Follow Mirabai on Instagram Buy Ordinary Mysticism here Buy Wild Mercy here Follow Dr. Gertrude  Learn more on Dr. Gertrude’s website Follow Dr. Gertrude on Instagram Stay in the loop and sign up to Dr. Gertrude’s newsletter

    1 h y 7 min
  2. 18 NOV

    154: Birthdays, Beginnings, and the Beauty of Gratitude

    In this solo episode, I’m broadcasting from Mexico to speak about the nourishment of gratitude, birthday reflections, and contemplating duality.  Birthdays are a wonderful time for reflection. With my birthday just past, I’ve been meditating on expecting delight. In this episode, I discuss the truly transcendent, transformative effects of being in gratitude for as long as you can. This birthday has also got me thinking about the blessing of being born on 11/11 and all I have birthed in the last year. As I prepare for my book to be released, I share how I’ve tried to imbue my writing with the place and space from which I was writing into it. The year ahead holds a lot of excitement, too, and I share what I’m looking forward to. Above all, I am currently in a state of feeling overcome by gratitude in the best of ways. I go into the deep energetics of gratitude, the different ways to create your gratitude practice, and the infinite beauty possible when a collective taps into this miraculous energy. You’ll also hear about:  (00:49) Expecting delight(03:30) The wisdom of 11/11 (06:10) Yearly rebirth(08:50) Receiving feedback  (13:10) Honoring our duality(16:00) The energy of gratitude(18:54) Adversity into growth(23:30) The possibility of gratitude I am so grateful for you! Tune in, and let me tell you.  Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you listen to podcasts!  Resources mentioned in the episode:  Journey into The DarkBe sure to sign up for Dr. Gertrude’s newsletter!If you’re not already, subscribe to Dr. Gertrude’s podcast! Follow Dr. Gertrude  Learn more on Dr. Gertrude’s website Follow Dr. Gertrude on Instagram Stay in the loop and sign up to Dr. Gertrude’s newsletter

    29 min
  3. 11 NOV

    153: The Light Work: Healing the Self and Healing the World with Jessica Zweig

    In this episode, I speak with Jessica Zweig, an author and feminine business and branding coach, about building a business after burnout, her latest book, The Light Work, and the importance of healing. Through the dark, we find the light. Jessica shares the bumpy path that led her from depression and burnout to selling her business and writing her latest book, The Light Work. She introduces the Pleidians, the 12 chakras, and her process of spiritual awakening that began on a trip to Egypt. Today she coaches female entrepreneurs and leads her team in a deeply feminine way. Jessica is truly an expert at blending business and branding with feminine codes. We touch upon the divine importance of female friendships and the sublime impact that healing yourself can have on the world. Jessica imparts the beautiful reminder that in all areas of life, the only way through the hard stuff is through it.  You’ll also hear about:  (01:02) Part serial entrepreneur, part spiritual teacher(03:42) Birthing ‘The Light Language’(10:21) Dreaming the mother code into being(14:00) Expanding beyond seven chakras(18:46) Career transitions(25:46) “ Woo woo” consciousness(28:21) Healing yourself heals the world(33:36) Female friendships(43:02) Rewriting ancestral lineage (46:10) Dr. Gertrude’s wrap up To win a free copy of Jessica’s book, find more details on Jessica’s and Gertrude’s Instagram! Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you listen to podcasts!  Learn more about Jessica Zweig Learn more on Jessica’s website Connect with Jessica on LinkedIn Follow Jessica on Instagram Buy The Light Work here Follow Dr. Gertrude  Learn more on Dr. Gertrude’s website Follow Dr. Gertrude on Instagram Stay in the loop and sign up to Dr. Gertrude’s newsletter

    55 min
  4. 4 NOV

    152: Courage To Love, Transforming Racism, and Building Community with Dr. Dominica McBride

    In this episode, I speak with Dr. Dominica McBride, a community psychologist and founder of the Become Center. She shares how her family’s trauma has impacted her, the mission of the Become Center, and the importance of self-care for effective mothering.  Dr. McBride shares how her mother's resilience and the impact of her grandmother's traumatic experiences in Haiti have inextricably shaped her present. We discuss how to know which mother codes to keep and which to work on. Today, she runs the Become Center, an organization dedicated to creating thriving communities. Dr. McBride discusses Become's initiatives, including the Courage to Love program, which supports black mothers and babies by combating racism's adverse effects through community-led interventions and mother mentoring. Dr. McBride emphasizes the importance of culturally responsive evaluation and the need for individual and community healing to foster resilient and loving communities. Evaluation isn’t something to fear but to welcome as a tool for learning and growth. You’ll also hear about:  (03:57) Dr. McBride’s motherhood journey (05:37) Background and early influences (10:25) Watching mom balance motherhood and work(15:49) Impact of family dynamics (23:47) Called to address racism(27:35) The Become Center(29:22) Culturally responsive evaluation(42:48) Courage To Love(45:36) Rewriting the motherhood archetype(48:19) Looking at our matriarchal stories Don't miss Dr. Dominica McBride's powerful insights on healing communities and uplifting Black mothers. Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you listen to podcasts!  Follow Dr. Dominica McBride Learn more on the Become Center’s website Connect with Dr. Dominica on LinkedIn Buy Dr. Dominica’s book here Email Dr. Dominica at dmcbride@becomecenter.org Follow Dr. Gertrude  Learn more on Dr. Gertrude’s website Follow Dr. Gertrude on Instagram Stay in the loop and sign up to Dr. Gertrude’s newsletter

    58 min
  5. 28 OCT

    151: Parenting with Pride: Love, Support, and Growth for LGBTQIA+ Teens with Heather Hester

    In this episode, I speak with Heather Hester, the Founder of Chrysalis Mama, about how she has mothered two LGBTQIA+ teens, how best to support our children, and how to prioritize love.  Heather shares that her journey as a Founder began when her son Connor came out as LGBTQIA+. She then realized she did not have the tools to support him. In learning the importance of expressing unconditional love to her children, she encourages parents to educate themselves, prioritize their child’s mental health, and ensure their child’s school environment is affirming.   She offers practical tips for parents of LGBTQIA+ teens for when they come out and how to provide continued support along their journey. She acknowledges some of the mistakes she made along the way, too. Her journey has involved breaking cycles from her conservative upbringing and learning to trust her inner voice. She reflects on the importance of stepping into who we are meant to be as mothers and the need to break free from societal expectations.   You’ll also hear about:  (03:33) Before and after Heather’s son came out(09:43) Embracing messiness and ending cycles(19:10) Navigating parenting an LGBTQIA+ teen(23:36) Acknowledging and embracing mistakes (36:17) Being honest with our children(38:44) Three practical steps for parents(45:32) The beauty of life’s unfolding(51:26) Stepping into ourselves Don’t miss Heather’s message of empathy, resilience, and unconditional love.  Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you listen to podcasts!  Resources mentioned in the episode:  Check out Heather’s LGBTQIA+ resources Follow Heather Hester Learn more on Heather’s website Connect with Heather on LinkedIn Follow Heather on Instagram Listen to Heather’s podcast Buy Heather’s book Follow Dr. Gertrude  Learn more on Dr. Gertrude’s website Follow Dr. Gertrude on Instagram Stay in the loop and sign up to Dr. Gertrude’s newsletter

    58 min
  6. 21 OCT

    150: Facing Grief and Embracing Joy: Parenthood, Authenticity, and Coming Out with Jamie Engelhardt

    In this episode, I speak with Jamie Engelhardt, a brand strategist and mother of three, about solo parenting, breaking generational mother codes, and embracing queerness.  Jamie shares where she’s at on the rollercoaster ride of parenthood, holding many types of tension and opposites at once, and what she sees as some of the most significant generational differences in how she was raised compared to this generation. There’s a lot to learn in recognizing that our children’s childhood isn’t the one we grew up in.  Jamies recalls a healing experience in Mexico where women from her lineage revealed to her in a vision that she is at her most free when mothering herself and her children. We discuss how she is actively rewriting the mother codes in her family and breaking generational cycles. Some of those new codes include expressing love to her children, coming out as queer, and living deeply in her authenticity.    You’ll also hear about:  (03:59) Parenthood is a wild ride (10:35) Generational parenting differences (14:52) Invitation to dance around the fire(19:09) Rewriting generational cycles(28:31) Coming out later in life(42:11) Spending time in the dark(48:54) Living your truth Don’t miss Jamie’s insight on leaving a legacy of strong women! Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you listen to podcasts!  Follow Jamie Engelhardt Learn more on the Wild& website Follow Wild& on Instagram Connect with Jamie on LinkedIn Follow Jamie on Instagram Follow Dr. Gertrude  Learn more on Dr. Gertrude’s website Follow Dr. Gertrude on Instagram Stay in the loop and sign up to Dr. Gertrude’s newsletter

    59 min
  7. 14 OCT

    149: Redefining Darkness: Cultural Wisdom and Feminine Power with Dr. Gertrude Lyons

    In this solo episode, Dr. Gertrude walks into the dark. She challenges common fears around the dark, explores the dark wisdom of the feminine, and honors the dark as a season of growth. As the nights grow longer in the Northern Hemisphere, Dr. Gertrude embraces the change in light. She explores how much of the Western world has come to vilify the dark and shroud the unknown as evil. She shares her personal journey with darkness and debunks outdated myths. Across cultures, these seasons are essential for accessing a different part of the self.  Dr. Gertrude emphasizes the importance of balancing light and dark, like yin and yang. The darkness of the womb, ever-present in the feminine, contains potent knowledge for healing and growth. Society's overemphasis on light, or masculine, characteristics has led to imbalances. The perpetual availability of light doesn’t always serve us. Sometimes, the darkness holds the answers.  You’ll also hear about:  (00:40) Facing the dark(02:35) Significance across cultures (06:55) Vilifying the dark(09:44) Waking up to the dark(13:40) The dark feminine(19:12) Upcoming course  Ready to awaken your dark feminine side? Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you listen to podcasts!  Resources mentioned in the episode:  Journey Into The DarkWaking Up To The Dark by Clarke StrandLunar Embrace: A Self-Mothering Retreat Follow Dr. Gertrude  Learn more on Dr. Gertrude’s website Follow Dr. Gertrude on Instagram Stay in the loop and sign up to Dr. Gertrude’s newsletter

    26 min
  8. 7 OCT

    148: Mothering Yourself, Creating Aligned Community, and New Narratives with Amri Kibbler

    In this episode, I speak with Amri Kibbler, the co-founder and Chief Community Officer of Hello Mamas and HeyMama, about cancer’s lessons, the value of motherhood, and crafting new mothering narratives. Amri’s community, Hello Mamas, has impacted over 400 million moms worldwide. She shares her career journey from content creator to community organizer. Her cancer diagnosis was the first time she really explored self-care and self-exploration, an experience she calls both the best and worst thing to ever happen to her. This eventually led her to found HeyMama, an organization centered around mental and physical self-care for moms. We then discuss how, in our culture of isolation, it’s more important than ever that women and mothers don’t settle for unfulfilling company but find groups that are truly replenishing and satisfying. Prioritizing meaningful relationships is a beautiful thing to experience and model for our children. Amri leaves us with her wisdom about creating value-aligned communities and mothering oneself. You’ll also hear about:  (05:57) Amri’s journey from content creator to community builder(14:11) The skills of mothering(24:21) Cancer diagnosis and self-exploration(35:53) The myth of needing to do it alone (44:46) Recognizing false mothering narratives and writing your own I love being part of the Hello Mama community! Don’t miss this exclusive interview with their co-founder, Amri Kibbler!  Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you listen to podcasts!  Connect with Amri Kibbler Learn more on Hello Mama’s website Follow Hello Mama on Instagram Learn more on Amri Kibbler’s website Follow Amri on Instagram Connect with Amri on LinkedIn Follow Dr. Gertrude  Learn more on Dr. Gertrude’s website Follow Dr. Gertrude on Instagram Stay in the loop and sign up to Dr. Gertrude’s newsletter

    55 min
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Mothering isn't just a role—it's an energy, a transformative experience that transcends traditional definitions. Whether as a noun, a verb, or a profound force, mothering is accessible to everyone who embraces it. Dr. Gertrude Lyons' groundbreaking work celebrates this essence, providing the tools and support to lead more authentic, joyful, and fulfilling lives - whether you’re seeking greater intimacy, more job satisfaction, or something else, you’re in the right place. Dive into this revolution with the Rewrite the Mother Code podcast and awaken the mothering spirit within you. On Rewrite the Mother Code, Dr. Gertrude explores women’s development, parenting, self-love, and relationship fulfillment through storytelling, interviews with experts, and conversations with community members. Dr. Gertrude is having conversations about motherhood and mothering that no one else is having. She brings herself and her guests into alignment through the transformational opportunity in mothering. If you’re curious about what embarking on the journey of Rewriting YOUR Mother Code could feel like, interested in joining a community of open-hearted women, and learning to celebrate what makes you you, you’ve come to the right place.

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