mot(HER) Rewriting the Mother Code with Dr. Gertrude Lyons
90 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 19 ratingsThe mot(HER) podcast empowers people who identify as women to love themselves holistically by rewriting their mother codes.
We all have mother codes from our childhood and from culture’s definition that to be a mother means to have children. But this isn’t a conversation around having children or not— mot(HER) is the podcast that enables its listeners to begin to embody the woman she always knew herself to be.
In raw, insightful, challenging conversations, your host Dr. Gertrude Lyons takes us there. So be prepared to show up, hold space and be mothered in a way you’ve never been before, but have always needed. Together, we can Rewrite the mot(HER) code.
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Episodes
Conscious Singles with Jillian Eichel
July 12, 2021 14:00 - 38 minutes - 34.8 MBIn today’s episode, Dr. Gertrude is joined by fellow Wright Foundation colleague, Jillian Eichel (BA, MA, M.Ed.). Jillian coaches people to get off auto-pilot and take the steps needed to emerge from habitual ways of being to becoming fully present and engaged in their personal and professional lives. She uses individual coaching sessions, group coaching, weekend workshops, and evening seminars to guide her clients through transformation and empower them to appreciate and use the wisdom of t...
The World is Your Oyster
July 05, 2021 14:00 - 21 minutes - 20 MBIn today’s solo episode, Dr. Gertrude provides a beautiful perspective through her artful exploration of metaphor. The phrase, “the world is your oyster” is one most of us are familiar with but have you ever stopped to unpack the true meaning of this phrase? Whether you have or not, Dr. Gertrude provides a fresh perspective with this episode that will leave you questioning so much. Come journey oysters, pearls, mythology and transcendence with her. Today on Mot(HER): Understanding the e...
Post-Pandemic Anxiety: Avoiding Burnout and Overwhelm
June 28, 2021 14:00 - 21 minutes - 20 MBIn today’s solo episode, Dr. Gertrude addresses what is on most people’s minds right now - the new normal and the post-pandemic anxiety that often follows. Dr. Gertrude always has a way with words and today is no exception. She will leave you feeling prepared, seen, held, and empowered as you begin to navigate your reentry into society, work, relationships, and more. Today on Mot(HER): Ways to honor your experience over the past year The importance of naming the ways we deal with and ...
Learning to Appreciate Feedback and Tough Conversations
June 21, 2021 14:00 - 23 minutes - 21.4 MBIn today’s solo episode, Dr. Gertrude brings a new perspective to giving and receiving feedback. No one is immune to it and oftentimes, most are not a fan of it. If getting feedback from others stirs fear, discomfort, or defensive energy within you, you are not alone. Come sit with Dr. Gertrude in this episode, and allow her to expand your relationship with this part of the human experience. She will show you how to reframe mistaken beliefs in a way that leads you to a deep appreciation for ...
Belonging: Mothering Yourself Through Your Bisexual Journey with Nora Shepard
June 14, 2021 14:00 - 40 minutes - 36.7 MBIn today’s episode, Dr. Gertrude welcomes Nora Shepard back to the show in honor of Pride Month. Nora speaks to how she has mothered herself throughout her bisexual journey, grapples with a sense of belonging in both the Queer and straight community, and honors her authentic self on a daily basis. Nora’s story is one of pride, inspiration, and hope guaranteed to leave your vision of the world expanded, leading to a brighter tomorrow. Today on Mot(HER): Nora's experience with coming out a...
Embracing Emotions During Transitions
June 07, 2021 14:00 - 22 minutes - 20.6 MBIn today’s solo episode, Dr. Gertrude speaks to how to embrace all emotions during life transitions. As the world starts to “return to normal”, there is bound to be anxiety, grief, and fear that surfaces but know that you are not alone. Dr. Gertrude speaks to her personal fears, intentions, and hope for this next season of life amidst a great deal of transition. Her daughter is moving across the country, her practice is starting to open up for in-person sessions again, her husband is enterin...
A Reflection: Learning to Lead with Feminine Values
May 31, 2021 14:00 - 35 minutes - 32.2 MBIn today’s solo episode, Dr. Gertrude reflects on her experience this year with leading the 2021 Woman’s Essential Experience event. It is not surprising that the world tends to overvalue the masculine energy but that does not mean you have to as well. Dr. Gertrude shares moving reflections about her personal journey and the many ways she is still learning to lead with feminine values and achieve harmony in both her personal and professional spheres. This is yet another way you can learn to ...
Plus One: Celebrating the Blended Family Approach to Motherhood with Michele Katz
May 26, 2021 14:00 - 43 minutes - 39.4 MBIn today’s episode, Dr. Gertrude is joined by the inspiring Michele Katz. Michele is a trademark lawyer running her own law firm, the founder of Plus One Adoption Foundation, a mother of four children and an instant friend to all who cross her path. In this conversation they discuss Michele’s beautiful journey of building her blended family, ways to mother yourself, and how she is helping support, and transform the adoption process for others. Today on mot(HER): Michele’s journey to Moth...
Mothering Yourself Around Loss with Lindsey Dulian
May 17, 2021 14:00 - 41 minutes - 38.1 MBIn today’s episode, Dr. Gertrude is joined by Lindsey Dulian. Lindsey shares her inspirational story of the way she has embarked on a journey of mothering herself following the loss of her mother. Regardless of the season of life, you find yourself in, you will walk away from this conversation with a newfound sense of comfort, inspiration, and reassurance. The truth is, we all have an inner-child ready and waiting to be loved. Today on mot(HER): Understanding the differences between stre...
The Newlyweds: Honoring the Celebration with The McCann’s
May 10, 2021 14:00 - 51 minutes - 46.9 MBIn today’s episode, Dr. Gertrude is joined by newlyweds, Helena and Conor McCann. Tune in for a beautiful conversation held just two weeks after their wedding day. Helena and Connor discuss their journey with personal growth work, the importance of maintaining an identity outside of the couple, and how they remained present on their big day. They also share how excited they are to be joining an advanced couples group led by Dr. Gertrude and her husband, Rich with the Wright Foundation but, t...
A Story of Trust: A Live Coaching Call with Dr. Gertrude + Megan
May 03, 2021 14:00 - 33 minutes - 31 MBIn today’s episode, Dr. Gertrude takes you behind the scenes of her practice, inviting you in on a live coaching session. Listen to how she finds the common thread of self-trust in the pain, challenges, and vulnerability of Megan. They discuss the yearning for approval, the powerful realizations that have emerged from 250 days of sobriety, and more. This is an episode that will touch your heart and marvel at the strength and resiliency Megan has found in a dedicated practice of self-trust. ...
How to Remove the Stress Out of Self-Care
April 26, 2021 14:00 - 22 minutes - 20.4 MBIn today’s solo episode, Dr. Gertrude speaks to the challenge so many face when it comes to self-care - it feels stressful. If you have felt overwhelmed by or unworthy of mothering yourself, if you feel like there are not enough hours in the day to carve time out for yourself then this was recorded just for you. This gets to feel different, hit play as Dr. Gertrude guides you to a new way. Today on mot(HER): Breaking down the mistaken beliefs around self-care How to mother yourself wh...
Working Moms: A Conversation with My Daughters
April 19, 2021 14:00 - 23 minutes - 21.8 MBIn today’s episode, Dr. Gertrude shares a beautiful conversation between her and her daughters, Morgan and Hannah. You will feel like a fly on the wall as you listen to the reflections, insight, and truths both Morgan and Hannah share about their upbringing. They discuss how it felt to have a working mom, what they wish was different, and how all of those moments helped them become the remarkable young women they are today. Whether you are a working mom, someone embarking on the journey of m...
What I Wish I Knew Then: An Episode Dedicated to Younger Generations
April 12, 2021 14:00 - 33 minutes - 30.7 MBIn today’s episode, Dr. Gertrude speaks to the common life transitions people experience in their 20s and 30s. She shares what she knows now, what she wished she knew then and wisdom to support you wherever you are on the continuum of life. From college, to moving cities, new and ending relationships, marriage, children and more. Dr. Gertrude has a way of both inspiring your vision and calming your nerves. Today on mot(HER): Ways to live expansively and with purpose Wisdom for navigati...
The Vulnerabilities of New Motherhood | A Live Coaching Session with Dr. Gertrude + Natalie
April 05, 2021 14:00 - 52 minutes - 48.3 MBIn today’s episode, Dr. Gertrude takes you behind the scenes of her coaching practice, inviting you in on a live coaching session. Natalie is a new mother of a 5-month-old baby boy and shares the vulnerabilities, questions, and opportunities of personal growth that have emerged during this new season of life. Whether you are pregnant, in the waves of postpartum, or someone looking to gain insight around how to be more assertive with your needs and desires, this episode will deeply resonate. ...
Rewriting Violence Against Women
March 29, 2021 14:00 - 17 minutes - 15.6 MBIn today’s episode, Dr. Gertrude challenges something that has become far too ‘normal’ to stay silent about. The epidemic of violence against women in our world. Safety is not equal and she speaks to three of the most recent violent acts against women around the world. Through this sobering solo, she gives a voice to those feeling at a complete loss for words. Today on mot(HER): The importance of not numbing your reaction to injustice and violence Things you can do to help cultivate ...
Against All Odds | How to Create a Marriage That Heals Generations with Dr. Gertrude and Rich Lyons
March 22, 2021 14:00 - 32 minutes - 29.6 MBIn today’s episode, Dr. Gertrude is joined by her husband, Rich Lyons. They discuss what drew them to one another consciously and subconsciously, and share the ins and outs about what has served as a powerful foundation for their marriage. This conversation is inspirational, healing, vulnerable and what every soul, married or not, needs to hear. Here’s a hint, the movies do not depict what marriage really is and your parent’s dysfunctional marriage does not have to dictate the outcome of you...
Mothering Yourself Through The Creation of Vision
March 15, 2021 14:00 - 23 minutes - 21.6 MBIn today’s episode, Dr. Gertrude recorded a powerful solo for you overflowing with wisdom around vision. Oftentimes, people set goals but forget about the importance of a vision and action so they are left floating in a sea of unfulfillment. She speaks to the value of vision when mothering yourself and the different areas of life that benefit from this practice coupled with action. If you are ready to create the life of your dreams, hit play and come journey with Dr. Gertrude. Today on mo...
Season 2 Trailer
March 08, 2021 15:00 - 3 minutes - 3.15 MBAs women, we are in a state of collectively healing the feminine. We all have our own mother codes, whether we know it or not, instilled into us from our childhood, our culture, and from the cosmic definition that to be a mother means to have children. Transformation looks different on everyone, but the weaving patterns of our engrained mother codes and the desire to fully become and express ourselves run deep in us all. What would life look like if we released our wounds around everything...
Redefining Your Vision of Self | A Live Coaching Session with Dr. Gertrude + Kelli
March 08, 2021 15:00 - 57 minutes - 52.6 MBIn today’s episode, Dr. Gertrude takes you behind the scenes of her practice, inviting you in on a live coaching session. Listen to how she guides Kelli through a beautiful, healing conversation with the spirit of her Mom, who passed away last year, followed by their exploration down a path of massive realizations and reprogramming. This is an episode that will have you crying, smiling, and cheering Kelli on every step of the way. Today on mot(HER): How to individuate and differentiate fr...
All Change Starts With a Ripple | A Tribute to Women’s History Month
March 04, 2021 15:00 - 28 minutes - 26.1 MBIn today’s episode, Dr. Gertrude shares a call to action for women as we enter Women’s History Month and expresses how no change is too small. She reminds the world that any wave starts with a ripple and every woman has the opportunity to make a powerful impact. In closing, she offers a beautiful tribute for impactful women in history such as Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Audre Lorde and more! Today on Rewrite the Mother Code: What’s possible when women live their lives fully Dr. Gertrude’s thou...
A Behind the Scenes Look Into Changing Your Life with Dr. Gertrude
February 25, 2021 15:00 - 29 minutes - 27 MBBehind every creation is a story and in today’s episode, Dr. Gertrude shares the inspiration behind her Rewrite the Mother Code Mastermind. She shares about the personal transformation she experienced, leading to the creation of this life-changing online container for women. She explains what to expect once you are enrolled and more! Today on Rewrite the Mother Code The personal experiences that inspired Dr. Gertrude to create the Rewrite the Mother Code Mastermind What to expect as a p...
How Fixing the Problem Starts with Empowering People with Zuri Thomson
February 18, 2021 15:00 - 41 minutes - 38.1 MBIn today’s episode, Dr. Gertrude is joined by Zuri Thomson. Zuri has a passion for helping empower communities by feeding those in need. She is the founder of The Doula Part which is an organization that provides project management and organizational consulting services to help bring about change in communities. During this conversation, they explore the dire need for a shift in consciousness in the non-profit sector, how to help others while avoiding burnout, and Zuri’s powerful vision for ...
Mothering Your Inner Child | A Live Coaching Session with Dr. Gertrude
February 11, 2021 15:00 - 53 minutes - 49.3 MBIn today’s episode, Dr. Gertrude takes you behind the scenes of her practice, inviting you in on a live coaching session. Listen to how she guides Nora to step into her new paradigm of feelings, how to mother her inner child, and release control in all areas of her life. Dr. Gertrude guides Nora through a beautiful and healing inner child meditation so before you hit play, settle into a comfortable spot and make the voyage with them. Today on Rewrite the Mother Code: Healing trauma from ...
A Fresh Perspective on Relationships + Valentine’s Day
February 04, 2021 15:00 - 30 minutes - 27.9 MBIn today’s solo episode, Dr. Gertrude explores the topic of love. She provides wisdom and guidance for relationships, discusses the love myths we are programmed with, normalizing arguments and emotional expression, and more. An episode on love in February wouldn’t be complete without a fresh perspective on Valentine’s Day, so whether you are in a relationship or single - this episode holds wisdom for all. Today on Rewrite the Mother Code: Suggested tips to infuse more meaning into your e...
Motherhood + The Illusion of Choice with Dr. Katie Garner
January 28, 2021 23:59 - 39 minutes - 36.3 MBIn today’s episode, Dr. Gertrude is joined by Dr. Katie Garner. Dr. Garner runs the non-profit, activist organization called IAMAS and through her work helps mothers be their best selves. In this conversation, they uncover the gender inequalities and overall lack of support impacting women today when it comes to motherhood. They explore their vision for The United States if motherhood received the support and advocacy it deserved and how viewing parenthood as a community responsibility vs pe...
How to Break Free From Childhood, Cultural and Cosmic Codes
January 21, 2021 15:00 - 17 minutes - 16 MBIn today’s episode, Dr. Gertrude breaks down the three code types that make up the “mother code”. She provides insight, guidance, and ways to free yourself from these so you can capitalize on the transformational opportunities life brings. Today on Rewrite the Mother Code: Explore childhood, cultural and cosmic codes relative to the Mother code Discover why mothering yourself is most important How the cultural definition of mothering is limiting An insider's look at Dr. Gertrude’...
How to Discover the Pleasure of Your Voice with Jonathan Stancato
January 14, 2021 15:00 - 44 minutes - 40.9 MBIn today’s episode, Dr. Gertrude welcomes guest Jonathan Stancato. Jonathan is one of the top vocal teachers in New York City and believes the world not only deserves to hear your voice but to celebrate it. This conversation speaks to the connection between the path of accessing the power of voice and how it is parallel to the connection with your inner mother. Today on Rewrite the Mother Code: Jonathan shares how he went from believing he couldn’t sing to becoming a top vocal teacher Le...
Should You Say Yes to Dry January?
January 07, 2021 15:00 - 20 minutes - 18.5 MBIn today’s episode, Dr. Gertrude unpacks the different factors that influence your relationship with alcohol. She explains how “Dry January” started, why it has expanded into a global phenomenon and the life-changing power bringing consciousness to your alcohol consumption leads to. Today on Rewrite the Mother Code: How the relationship your parents, caregivers, and culture has with alcohol influences yours How your relationship with alcohol mirrors other relationship dynamics in your ...
Don’t Close The Door on 2020 Just Yet
December 31, 2020 15:00 - 19 minutes - 17.7 MBIn today’s episode, Dr. Gertrude encourages you to keep the door to 2020 open for a bit longer. She explains how now is the time to reflect, learn, and acknowledge all of the lessons 2020 brought into this world before preparing for the new year. Today on Rewrite the Mother Code: Acknowledging the lessons this year has brought about The power of an inner pilgrimage Why we must take the time to review the dark and light moments of 2020 Three ways to prepare for a powerful launch into ...
How Childbirth Taught Me to Embrace My Aliveness with Sanjida Chowdhury
December 17, 2020 15:00 - 37 minutes - 34.3 MBIn today’s episode, Dr. Gertrude welcomes a special guest, Sanjida Chowdhury to share how she decided on having a natural birth experience. Sanjida shares a unique perspective with how she navigated her background in science, cultural pressures, and mistaken beliefs while preparing for her first daughter’s arrival. Ultimately, women are far stronger than they give themselves credit for and Sanjida is the perfect example of this truth. Today on Rewrite the Mother Code: Learn how fear and ...
Honoring Your Feelings | A Live Coaching Call with Dr. Gertrude
December 10, 2020 15:00 - 36 minutes - 33.7 MBIn today’s episode, Dr. Gertrude takes us behind the scenes of her practice and invites us in on a live coaching session. Listen to how she encourages Jessica to honor her feelings, reframe her limiting beliefs and prepare for the next COVID shutdown. The feelings Jessica brings are relatable to many and Dr. Gertrude’s wisdom is something we can all benefit from. Today on Rewrite The Mother Code: Listen in on a live coaching session with Dr. Gertrude and her client Learn how to reframe ...
Embracing The Transformation of Tradition
November 24, 2020 15:00 - 18 minutes - 16.6 MBIn today’s episode, Dr. Gertrude shares her thought process around planning for a holiday season amidst a global pandemic. She provides insight on how to navigate the emotions of this season and heart-felt suggestions you may feel called to include in your own festivities this year. Today on Rewrite The Mother Code: Explore new possibilities for this unique holiday season Guidance for trading resistance with spontaneity How to embrace the transformation of traditions Learn to see wha...
Redefining the Holiday Season
November 19, 2020 15:00 - 20 minutes - 19.2 MBIn today’s episode, Dr. Gertrude sheds light on the way our culture sets us up for failure around the holidays and the importance of reawakening all five of our primary emotions. She shares a relatable story from one of her clients and invites her listeners to challenge the generational messages wired within us all. Today on Rewrite The Mother Code: How our culture sets us up for failure around the holidays How to reawaken all five of your primary emotions How to challenge the generatio...
You Can Rewrite Your Mother Code
November 12, 2020 15:00 - 17 minutes - 15.9 MBIn today’s episode, Dr. Gertrude shares her personal journey to Motherhood and how her road to conceiving challenged her definition of womanhood. She reflects on her life-changing pilgrimage to Ireland with her husband Rich and shares encouragement for women everywhere. Today on Rewrite The Mother Code: Dr. Gertrude shares her personal journey to Motherhood Breaking free from the constricted definition of womanhood Challenging the societal definition of family The power that comes ...
The Transformation of Mothering the World
November 05, 2020 15:00 - 20 minutes - 18.6 MBIn today’s episode, Dr. Gertrude speaks to the power of mothering the world. She reflects on this pivotal moment in our country as we head into the 2020 Presidential election and why taking the time to feel our emotions is so important. Dr. Gertrude believes that taking responsibility for your feelings leads to the kind of positive action that can change the world. Today on Rewrite The Mother Code: The fear and emotion surrounding the 2020 Presidential election How to mother yourself an...
The Value of a Woman's Contribution
October 29, 2020 14:00 - 20 minutes - 19 MBIn today’s episode, Dr. Gertrude looks at the impact the events of this year have had on women and careers. She takes us back to the Stone Age where a woman's contribution to society was valued just as greatly as a man’s, and how cultural shifts have created an imbalance in masculine and feminine values. Dr. Gertrude shares how gender diversity in the workplace is key to financial success, and ways we can begin to reclaim our value. Today on Rewrite The Mother Code: The impact of 2020 on w...
Awakening to Your Unconscious Beliefs
October 22, 2020 14:00 - 25 minutes - 22.9 MBToday, Dr. Gertrude shares some of her personal fears she had around mothering, and the impact rewriting those beliefs had on her. She unpacks the three common themes that she found in her research when it comes to motherhood, and how uncovering these beliefs can redefine the trajectory of your life. Today on Rewrite The Mother Code: Three areas to address within the broken mother code Being in choice versus being reactionary Identifying your wired in beliefs from childhood The fears Dr...
Expanding Our Awareness of Motherhood
October 15, 2020 14:00 - 19 minutes - 18 MBWelcome to the first episode of Rewrite The Mother Code! Today, Dr. Gertrude Lyons reveals what you can expect from your podcast journey together. She shares the three main concepts she and her guests will be exploring, such as “the most important person we need to mother is ourselves,” along with myths and mistaken beliefs we need to break up around mothering. Dr. Gertrude also unpacks why going on this inward exploration around expanding our definition of mothering is so important and empo...
Rewrite The Mother Code - The Trailer
October 12, 2020 19:38 - 7 minutes - 6.47 MBThis is not a podcast about motherhood or how to raise children. In fact, it’s not a motherhood podcast at all. This is a podcast for ALL women seeking to reconnect and reawaken the maternal power that’s inside all of us. You see, all women have a “mother code” instilled in them—the current model for mothering in our culture is broken. It is limited, constricting, and disempowering. This podcast is about expanding and reclaiming the very definition of mothering. Through her career as a pro...