The Stacy M Show

Stacy Munzenberger
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Welcome to The StacyM Show! Hosted by Stacy—a mother, lawyer, therapist, and separation strategist. In 2016, she founded Aqua Legal & Conveyancing to provide legal support with warmth and empathy. Recognizing the emotional struggles many face during legal transitions, Stacy created Stacy M to empower individuals navigating relationship changes. The StacyM Show Podcast shares insights and strategies for thriving through life’s toughest challenges. Listeners can explore paths to self-improvement and emotional well-being, uncovering the secrets to thriving at the highest level. This podcast tackles life’s challenges with strength, growth, and healing. Enjoy the journey! #selfimprovement #empowered

  1. Episode 75: Stage 3, No Filter: The Truth About My Cervical Cancer Diagnosis

    3D AGO

    Episode 75: Stage 3, No Filter: The Truth About My Cervical Cancer Diagnosis

    🎙️ “I thought I didn’t have time for a pap smear… turns out I really didn’t have time not to.” This episode is raw. Unfiltered. Recorded from a motel room with questionable lighting and absolutely zero glam. I’m sharing the real story of my Stage 3 cervical cancer diagnosis. What the symptoms were. What I ignored. What I wish I had done differently. And what treatment actually looks like when you’re living it, not just reading about it. This is not a vax debate. This is not a pity party. This is a grown woman saying, “I took my health for granted, and I don’t want you to do the same.” If this episode gets one person to book their overdue check-up, it’s worth it. In This Episode, We Cover: • The one symptom I almost ignored • How I went from Stage 1 to Stage 3 through further testing • What radiation, chemo, brachytherapy and immunotherapy actually involve • The side effects no one really prepares you for • Why prevention and early detection matter more than we realise • What I would do differently if I could go back This episode is for women. It’s for men. It’s for anyone who has put their health on the backburner because life was “too busy.” Health doesn’t wait for a convenient time. If This Hit Home… Book the appointment. Send this to someone you love. Or reach out if you have questions and want me to cover more in a future episode. You can also connect with me or learn more at: www.stacymunzenberger.com  • Learn more about cervical screening in Australia: Cancer Council Australia • Follow along on Instagram for updates and real-time honesty - @stacymunzenberger “I didn’t skip my pap smear because I was reckless. I skipped it because I was busy. And that nearly cost me everything.”  #CervicalCancerAwareness #Stage3Cancer #WomensHealthAustralia #PapSmearReminder #HPVAwareness #CancerJourney #HealthChecksMatter #TheStacyMShow

    29 min
  2. Episode 74: When They Want a Reaction, Don’t Give Them One

    FEB 17

    Episode 74: When They Want a Reaction, Don’t Give Them One

    What if the most powerful thing you could do in conflict was… nothing? Not silence. Not suppression. Control. Episode Summary In this episode, Stacy dives into one of the biggest game changers in communication, confidence, and self-mastery: the difference between reacting emotionally and responding intentionally. This is not about shutting down your feelings. It is about understanding that emotions are data, but reactions are decisions. Stacy breaks down the biology behind emotional triggers, the psychology of body language, and why regulating your nervous system is one of the strongest leadership skills you can develop. Referencing communication research from Albert Mehrabian, Stacy explains why people read your body before they process your words, and how mastering physical regulation can change how others experience you and how you experience yourself. Real talk, real strategy, and practical tools you can use immediately. What You’ll Learn Why your body reacts before your brain catches up (and why that is normal) The difference between emotional suppression and emotional leadership How body language influences power, influence, and perceived confidence A simple 3-second reset tool to shift from reaction to response Why calm is not passive. Calm is strategic  If this episode hit home for you: ✔ Book a call if you are ready to work on emotional regulation and self-leadership ✔ Share this episode with someone who needs to hear it right now ✔ Visit the website to explore programs, resources, and support Website: www.stacymunzenberger.com  Empowered Separation Resources Podcast Episodes and Blog Book a Call / Enquire About Coaching #EmotionalIntelligence #SelfLeadership #NervousSystemRegulation #CommunicationSkills #ConfidenceSkills #PersonalPower #BoundarySetting #MindsetShift #TherapySupport #EmotionalMastery “Anyone can react. Leaders respond.”

    10 min
  3. Episode 73: The Procedure I Almost Said No To: My Real Brachytherapy Story (The Truth No One Told Me)

    FEB 10

    Episode 73: The Procedure I Almost Said No To: My Real Brachytherapy Story (The Truth No One Told Me)

    I nearly didn’t go through with brachytherapy. Not because of my doctors. Not because of the science. But because of fear, horror stories online, and not knowing what was actually real. If you’re facing cancer treatment decisions, or love someone who is, this episode is the raw, honest, zero-sugar-coating version of what brachytherapy was actually like for me. Episode Summary In this deeply personal episode, Stacy shares her real experience undergoing brachytherapy as part of her Stage 3C1 cancer treatment. From intense anxiety and scary online stories to the reality of the procedure itself, she walks through exactly what happened, what nearly stopped her from proceeding, and what she wishes more people talked about. This is not medical advice. This is lived experience. And if it helps even one person feel less alone or more prepared, it’s worth sharing. Stacy also talks about advocating for yourself in medical settings, managing fear, and why prevention and regular health checks truly matter. 🎧 In This Episode, You’ll Learn: • What brachytherapy is actually like from a patient perspective • How online negativity can impact medical decision making • The importance of communicating your non-negotiables to your medical team • How anxiety can physically show up in your body during treatment • Why prevention, screening, and trusting your gut matters in your health journey If this episode helped you, please: ✔ Share it with someone who might need to hear this ✔ Book a call if you are navigating separation, life stress, or major life transitions ✔ Visit the website for resources, podcast episodes, and support 👉 Visit: www.stacymunzenberger.com  • Stacy M Website: www.stacymunzenberger.com  • The StacyM Show Podcast Library • Empowered Separation Resources • Support + Coaching Enquiries via Website #CancerJourney #Brachytherapy #CervicalCancerAwareness #CancerSupport #PatientAdvocacy #WomensHealth #HealthScreening #CancerTreatmentJourney #RealPatientStories #TheStacyMShow “I almost said no to the treatment that could save my life… because of fear and other people’s stories.”

    38 min
  4. Episode 72: Stop Paying to Stay in Pain: Toxic Separations, Kids as Pawns & Smear Campaigns 🎙️

    FEB 4

    Episode 72: Stop Paying to Stay in Pain: Toxic Separations, Kids as Pawns & Smear Campaigns 🎙️

    This is one of those episodes that, unfortunately, never stops being relevant. So we’re bringing it back. I’m resharing this episode because the same toxic patterns keep showing up in separations. Financial manipulation. Using kids as pawns. Smear campaigns online, at work, and within friend groups. If you’re dealing with a high-conflict or narcissistic ex, or you’re feeling tempted to respond in the same messy way, this is your reminder to pause. How you respond can either protect you or cost you financially, emotionally, and long-term. This episode is about awareness, boundaries, and choosing not to pay to stay in pain. In this episode, we cover: What financial manipulation actually looks like and how it shows up in separations Why using children as pawns is not just gross, but damaging for life The subtle and not-so-subtle ways toxic exes badmouth you to your kids How smear campaigns on social media, at work, or with friends can backfire hard What you can control in a toxic separation, and where to stop wasting your energy Why this matters You cannot control a toxic person. But you can control how much power they have over you, your kids, your money, and your future. And I promise you this. Paying to stay in pain is not the flex people think it is. If this episode hit close to home: Share it with someone who needs to hear it Book a call if you need legal or separation support Visit www.stacymunzenberger.com  for programs, resources, and next steps You do not have to navigate this alone. Helpful Links Download the Narcissist Playbook: https://www.transformwithstacy.com/the-narcissist-playbook Empowered Separation Program: https://www.transformwithstacy.com/separate-smarter-webinar  🎧 More episodes of The StacyM Show: available on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts “Using children as pawns doesn’t hurt your ex. It hurts your kids for life.”   #TheStacyMShow #ToxicRelationships #NarcissisticAbuse #HighConflictSeparation #FamilyLawAustralia #CoParenting #DivorceSupport #SeparationAdvice #LegalEducation #ProtectYourKids

    24 min
  5. Episode 71: A 5-Minute PSA for Separated (or Separating) Parents as School Goes Back

    JAN 27

    Episode 71: A 5-Minute PSA for Separated (or Separating) Parents as School Goes Back

    School going back can feel harder than the separation itself.And if you’re a separated or separating parent, this is the part nobody warns you about As school routines kick back in, things often get messy for separated families. In this short but powerful episode of The StacyM Show, Stacy shares a quick public service announcement based on the patterns she sees every single year once backpacks come out and routines change. This is not legal advice. It’s real-world insight, delivered honestly, compassionately, and straight from the coalface. Recorded during Stacy’s cervical cancer treatment, this episode is intentionally short, practical, and focused on what actually helps kids feel safe when family life is shifting. If you’re co-parenting, newly separated, or supporting someone who is, this one is worth a listen and a share. In This Episode, You’ll Learn Why routine matters more than perfection when school goes back The common co-parenting mistake schools get dragged into every year What kids really need to hear during separation and what they don’t How to reduce emotional load on children without overexplaining When school stress is a sign something underneath needs attention If this episode resonated, please share it with someone who might need it right now.If you want personalised guidance around separation, parenting arrangements, or next steps, you can book a call or explore resources on the website. 👉 Book a call or learn more at www.stacymunzenberger.com 👉 Subscribe to The StacyM Show for new episodes every Wednesday Be kind to yourself. You’re doing the best you can. 🌐 Website: www.stacymunzenberger.com  🎧 Subscribe to The StacyM Show on your favourite podcast app  📩 Share this episode with a separated or separating parent   #TheStacyMShow #SeparatedParents #CoParentingSupport #BackToSchool #FamilyLawAwareness #ParentingThroughSeparation #RealTalkParenting #EmotionalWellbeing

    5 min
  6. Episode 70: Separation & Childcare: What Parents Need to Know to Protect Their Kids with Stacy & Victoria Edmond

    JAN 20

    Episode 70: Separation & Childcare: What Parents Need to Know to Protect Their Kids with Stacy & Victoria Edmond

    If you’re separating and your child is in childcare, this episode could save you stress, money, and a whole lot of drama. Because what happens at drop off and pick up matters more than you think. Separation doesn’t just affect you and your ex. It shows up in your child’s world too. Especially at childcare. In this episode of The StacyM Show, I’m joined by Victoria Edmund from Big Hearted Education to talk about the stuff parents often don’t realise during separation. The legal limits of what childcare centres can do. How oversharing can backfire. Why educators can’t take sides. And how small choices at handover can have a big emotional impact on your child. We cover the practical logistics, the emotional side, and the things that genuinely help kids feel safe when their world feels upside down. No judgement. No fluff. Just real talk that puts children first. This is a must listen if you’re navigating separation, co parenting, or childcare arrangements and want to reduce conflict, not fuel it. This is general information only and not legal advice. Always get advice specific to your situation. In This Episode, You’ll Learn • What childcare educators legally can and cannot do during separation • How much to share with educators and what not to say • What happens if there are no parenting orders in place • Why routine and connection matter more than ever for kids • How childcare can be used as a calmer handover option If this episode helped you, share it with a parent who needs it. And if you’re navigating separation and want support that looks at the legal and emotional picture, book a call or explore resources at www.stacymunzenberger.com • Learn more about separation support: https://www.stacymunzenberger.com About Victoria Victoria, founder of Rainbow Bridge Family Day Care, has spent 15 years in early childhood education. Passionate about empowering educators, she created the Big Hearted Education Planner and practical courses to support their journey. With warmth and humor, she makes learning engaging and fun. Listen to her inspiring conversation on The StacyM Show! Connect with Victoria: Website: https://www.bigheartededucation.com/ Podcast: https://www.bigheartededucation.com/podcast   #TheStacyMShow #SeparatedParents #CoParentingAustralia #ChildcareAndSeparation #FamilyLawAustralia #PuttingKidsFirst #ParentingAfterSeparation #EmotionalWellbeing

    59 min
  7. Episode 69: Why I Don’t Say “F*ck You” to Cancer: Healing Without War, Rage, or Self-Blame

    JAN 13

    Episode 69: Why I Don’t Say “F*ck You” to Cancer: Healing Without War, Rage, or Self-Blame

    I know this might sound unexpected… but I don’t say “f*ck you” to cancer. And this episode explains why. In this episode of The StacyM Show, I share a very real and very personal reflection on language, healing, and what it means to live inside a body that hasn’t betrayed you, even when you’re facing something as confronting as cancer. We talk a lot about “fighting” illness. About battles, wars, winning and losing. But for me, that language stopped sitting right. Cancer didn’t arrive as some outside enemy. It arrived in my body. The same body that has carried me, held everyone else together, and kept going for forty three years. This episode is about choosing awareness over rage, responsibility over blame, and learning to actually listen to your body before it has to scream. It’s not about toxic positivity. It’s not about thinking your way out of illness. It’s about how I’m choosing to respond to this diagnosis and what it’s forced me to finally prioritise. In This Episode, You’ll Learn • Why war language around illness can be more damaging than empowering • How separating yourself from your body can impact healing • The difference between knowing something intellectually and actually living it • Why my health no longer gets to sit at the bottom of my list • What choosing rest, boundaries, and softness really looks like in practice If this episode resonated with you, please share it with someone who needs to hear it, especially carers or anyone navigating illness right now. If you’re ready to start prioritising yourself properly, you can book a call or explore more support via my website. 👉 Visit: www.stacymunzenberger.com  And if you haven’t already, make sure you’re booked in for any overdue checkups. Please don’t put it off. “My body hasn’t betrayed me. It’s protected me for 43 years.” #TheStacyMShow #CancerConversations #HealingJourney #WomenAndHealth #BodyWisdom #ChronicIllnessAwareness #MindBodyConnection #RealTalkPodcast #HealthIsTheFoundation

    11 min
  8. Episode 68: Stage 3, But Still Kicking: My Cervical Cancer Journey | The Stacy M Show

    JAN 6

    Episode 68: Stage 3, But Still Kicking: My Cervical Cancer Journey | The Stacy M Show

    Life threw me stage 3 cervical cancer, and yeah… it’s been brutal, exhausting, and downright scary. But I’m still here, still talking, and still figuring out how to live fully—even when my energy doesn’t always cooperate. Episode Summary:In this deeply personal episode, I open up about my journey with stage 3 cervical cancer. From the shock of diagnosis to the emotional rollercoaster of treatment, I share the real, unfiltered experience—what’s hard, what’s surprising, and what’s given me unexpected strength. This isn’t just about cancer; it’s about resilience, vulnerability, and finding moments of light when life feels heavy. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: How to navigate the emotional ups and downs of a serious health diagnosis. Why it’s okay to admit you’re not okay—and how to ask for help. Tips for maintaining connection, even when your energy is zapped. How humor, honesty, and small wins can carry you through the hardest days. The importance of self-compassion and mental health during major health challenges. If this episode resonates with you, share it with someone who needs a little real-talk courage today. Want more resources or support? Visit www.stacymunzenberger.com  or book a call to chat about navigating life’s big challenges. Book a call with Stacy: www.stacymunzenberger.com/book  Follow The StacyM Show: YouTube , Instagram  Resources for cervical cancer support: Cancer Council Australia  "Stage 3 cancer tried to knock me down—but I’m still standing, still laughing, still living." #CervicalCancerJourney #RealTalkPodcast #MentalHealthMatters #LifeAfterDiagnosis #StacyMShow

    33 min
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Welcome to The StacyM Show! Hosted by Stacy—a mother, lawyer, therapist, and separation strategist. In 2016, she founded Aqua Legal & Conveyancing to provide legal support with warmth and empathy. Recognizing the emotional struggles many face during legal transitions, Stacy created Stacy M to empower individuals navigating relationship changes. The StacyM Show Podcast shares insights and strategies for thriving through life’s toughest challenges. Listeners can explore paths to self-improvement and emotional well-being, uncovering the secrets to thriving at the highest level. This podcast tackles life’s challenges with strength, growth, and healing. Enjoy the journey! #selfimprovement #empowered

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  • Creator
    Stacy Munzenberger
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    75
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Show Website
    The Stacy M Show