Enough-ism

It's time to challenge the outdated ritual of baby showers—and reveal how well‑intentioned gifts are actually leaving new moms stranded. Founder of BeHerVillage.com, Kaitlin McGreyes, flips the script on registries, turning them into funding for real postpartum care.Key TakeawaysThe Disconnect Between Celebration and SupportMoms are often praised for heroic feats—like that doctor delivering a baby while in labor herself—but once the party ends, they’re left to manage on their own.BeHerVillage’s MissionInstead of gadgets and onesies, Kaitlin’s platform empowers friends and family to fund doulas, home‑cooked meals, lactation consultants, mental‑health support, and more.The Power of Community Over ClutterA clean load of laundry, a nutritious meal delivered to your door, or a trusted ear can make all the difference in those overwhelming early weeks.What You’ll LearnHow traditional baby‑shower registries became a conveyor belt of stuff—and why that model fails new parents.Real stories of mothers whose postpartum journeys were transformed by genuine community care.Practical ways you can “gift” support the next time you celebrate a new parent, or anyone.Get InvolvedVisit BeHerVillage.com to see how you can fund meaningful care.Share this episode with someone who needs a reminder that support is the greatest gift.Email us your feedback, story ideas, or questions: [email protected]

Eyes closed, heart open. Press play, find a quiet space, and let this conversation inspire you to explore the healing potential of visualization. This episode offers an opportunity to reflect on the power of imagination and voice as tools for healing and transformation. May it guide you inward to reconnect with your voice, your imagination, and your sense of self.Today we welcome guest, Soha Al-Jurf, a voice specialist, depth psychologist, and founder of Voice Coaching for Creatives. Soha combines her expertise in vocal performance and Jungian psychology to help women reconnect with their voices and heal their minds. Learn the transformative role of visualization in calming the nervous system, fostering self-discovery, and breaking free from the constant external stimulation of modern life. And how visualization can serve as a flexible alternative to traditional meditation, particularly for individuals who struggle with stillness.At the end of the episode, Soha guides listeners through a visualization to visit their sacred inner sanctuary—a deeply personal and grounding practice designed to foster connection, clarity, and calm. What We DiscussThe unique ability of visualization to "empower you to go inward" and find stillness.Why different meditative practices work for different personalities, and how visualization can be particularly effective for those with vivid imaginations.The connection between visualization and the collective unconscious, and how guided practices can help access deeper layers of the psyche.The role of rhythm, sound, and even the voice itself in facilitating altered states of awareness and connection.Learn more about the Enough-ism movement: https://enoughism.carrd.co/ and learn more about Emily here: https://www.bewellbabypdx.com/

Learn how to simplify the beautiful chaos of parenthood. Our guest is Dr. Emily Spaeth, a Doctor of Physical Therapy and International Board Certified Lactation Consultant, specializing in pelvic health, neonatal physical therapy, and body alignment. As the founder of Be Well Baby PDX, Emily brings her expertise in bodywork, yoga, and perinatal care to guide families through the most transformative time of their lives—pregnancy, birth, and postpartum.Emily shares her minimalist philosophy on parenting, emphasizing connection over clutter and intention over feeling overwhelmed. She explains how the simplest tools (i.e. breathing) can create profound growth for you and your baby. Together, we’ll discuss how to shift from purchasing “all the things” to prioritizing mindful connection and self-trust as parents.We also explore:Why less stuff and more support lead to a stronger start for your baby.The myths around labor and postpartum that leave many parents unprepared.How trusting your body and intuition can simplify even the most overwhelming moments.Whether you’re a new parent, expecting, or simply curious about a minimalist approach to family life, may you find something valuable in our conversation.CONTACT: [email protected] THE SHOW: Venmo @EnoughismPodcast In the spirit of Enough-ism, we have no social media presence. You are enough. <3Learn more about Emily here: https://www.bewellbabypdx.com/

Today, we’re diving into a topic that’s both challenging and transformative. Our guest today is Dawn Albert, CEO and founder of Courage to Answer, a coaching business dedicated to helping white people build racial resilience so they can be true advocates for racial equity. She shares her views on understanding and unlearning the biases that shape people's identities, particularly as people with privilege. Dawn’s story is one of courage and growth. She shares how unconscious biases influence our lives. And she outlines her simple yet deeply profound techniques for how to combat your own unconscious biases on your own. Together, we’ll discuss how bringing hidden thoughts to light can lead to meaningful change—not just within ourselves, but in the world around us.We'll also explore how to step into greater self-awareness with kindness and compassion. And why self-love is about acknowledging the thoughts we’ve inherited, sitting with them, and choosing to grow from them. | ABOUT THE PODCAST: This minimalist wants more. Enough-ism is about having enough, already. The world is experiencing an awakening. This podcast about mindfulness, meditation, and minimalism is your modern toolkit to keep your spirit right and your soul bright. One candle can light a fire. | ABOUT THE HOST: Rev. Yugen Bond, producer and host of the Enough-ism Podcast, has two decades of experience as a health journalist, editor, content director, and professor. She once despised meditation, had both too much and nothing to wear, and didn't know how to slow down her thoughts. What a journey it's been. Time to share it with the world, especially with you. | NEW E-BOOK JUST DROPPED: Enough-ism: This Minimalist Wants More: https://www.amazon.com/Enough-ism-This-Minimalist-Wants-More-ebook/dp/B089QTFC5C | CONTACT INFO: YouTube @EnoughismPodcast Learn more: https://enoughism.carrd.co/ | Support the show: Venmo @EnoughismPodcast | For business inquiries, guest requests, and speaking engagements, email [email protected]. | In the spirit of Enough-ism, we have no social media presence. | You are enough. <3More resources from Dawn:To learn more about Dawn's work with white people on racial resilience, click here (https://www.couragetoanswer.com/racialresilience) If you're a white person or leader (at any level) who wants to become a better ally and/or lead more inclusively and powerfully, click here for a free 90-minute racial resilience assessment with Dawn Albert. You'll leave with an understanding of your strengths and growth areas and a 6-month plan for developing white racial resilience specific to your needs, goals and leadership. [link: https://calendly.com/dawn-albert/racialresilienceassessment] 

Carmen Alvarez, Director of Strategic Programs at Massachusetts General Hospital, author of "The Happiness of Coaching", and co-author of the upcoming book, “Happiness by Choice”, shares her development of stress management and burnout prevention programs for healthcare staff, including a successful mindfulness training initiative with the Benson Henry Institute of Mind Body Medicine. Carmen also explores the benefits of energy healing practices like Reiki when leveraged in a hospital setting and emphasizes the importance of self-compassion and helping others as pathways to healing. Join us for an enlightening conversation on finding purpose and joy, even in the face of loss. And how pulling through to the other side is about having compassion for others. | ABOUT THE PODCAST: This minimalist wants more. Enough-ism is about having enough, already. The world is experiencing an awakening. This podcast about mindfulness, meditation, and minimalism is your modern toolkit to keep your spirit right and your soul bright. One candle can light a fire.  | ABOUT THE HOST: Rev. Yugen Bond, producer and host of the Enough-ism Podcast, has two decades of experience as a health journalist, editor, content director, and professor. She once despised meditation, had both too much and nothing to wear, and didn't know how to slow down her thoughts. What a journey it's been. Time to share it with the world, especially with you. | NEW E-BOOK JUST DROPPED: Enough-ism: This Minimalist Wants More: https://www.amazon.com/Enough-ism-This-Minimalist-Wants-More-ebook/dp/B089QTFC5C | CONTACT INFO:  YouTube @EnoughismPodcast Learn more: https://enoughism.carrd.co/ | Support the show: Venmo @EnoughismPodcast | For business inquiries, guest requests, and speaking engagements, email [email protected]. | In the spirit of Enough-ism, we have no social media presence. | ADDITIONAL RESOURCES FOR THIS EPISODE: Brigham and Women’s volunteer Reiki program, which Carmen works for as part of her greater role there, is not currently active because of the pandemic, but you can learn more about their impact here: https://www.brighamandwomens.org/about-bwh/volunteer/reiki-volunteer-program | Follow Carmen on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carmenalvarez1/ | Music: Pixabay | Evening Shore https://pixabay.com/music/beats-evening-shore-190014/ | You are enough.