The Mama Shrink Podcast with Dr. Cynthia Edwards-Hawver is a raw, compassionate space for midlife moms navigating the emotional aftermath of toxic relationships, narcissistic abuse, divorce, and burnout. Hosted by a licensed psychologist and certified coach with 25+ years of experience (and lived it herself), Dr. Cynthia dives deep into the hard stuff: gaslighting, single parenting, parallel parenting with a high-conflict ex, emotional exhaustion, identity loss, grief, and healing. Each episode brings insight, validation, and real tools for women parenting through pain and trying to rebuild their lives—without shrinking themselves in the process. Whether you’re recovering from a toxic marriage, trying to set boundaries, or just crying in your car between drop-offs, you’re not alone. Subscribe now to reclaim your strength and take your next brave step toward healing.
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Tuesday Oct 10, 2023
Tuesday Oct 10, 2023
In this podcast episode, I reflect on my experiences with female friendships and mastermind groups and how they've shaped my life. I begin by recounting a particularly challenging period in my life, losing my mother and stepfather within six months and the cathartic experience of eulogizing them in a joint funeral. It was a moment of realizing the importance of deep connections with women.
Next, I discuss the benefits of joining high-level women's groups, emphasizing the power of support, networking, collaboration, accountability, diverse perspectives, skill development, emotional well-being, increased confidence, and personal growth. These groups have provided me with invaluable encouragement and have been instrumental in boosting my self-esteem and confidence.
The key lesson from this episode is that surrounding yourself with like-minded, high-achieving women can be a catalyst for personal and professional growth. The right group offers support, accountability, diverse perspectives, and opportunities for skill development, leading to increased self-confidence and emotional well-being.
Key Takeaways:
- Female friendships and mastermind groups can have a profound impact on personal and professional growth.
- Support, encouragement, and accountability within these groups are essential for self-improvement.
- Diverse perspectives and skill development opportunities in these groups foster creativity and problem-solving.
- Joining a high-level women's group can lead to increased self-confidence and emotional well-being.
- Surrounding yourself with like-minded women can be a catalyst for personal growth and empowerment.
Resources:
Dr. Cynthia Hauver's website: drcynthiah.com and you can find me on the socials @dr.cynthiahawver
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