After 11 months of podcasting, we are taking a break.

Both of us have been in incredibly busy seasons of life, and one of the greatest gifts of creating your own thing is having the freedom to do what feels right.

Right now, that means pressing pause for the month of July. We already have August laid out, and amazing guests scheduled, but this little break, this extended vacation, is exactly what we need to recharge and keep showing up with quality content.

We are so grateful for everyone who has listened, supported, and shared this journey with us. This isn’t goodbye—just a well-timed breath.

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We start this episode with almost-empty coffee cups and Jaime singing (because... why not?). But don’t be fooled by the playful start, this one gets real, fast.

As we step into the empty-nest phase, or see it coming around the corner, we’re asking the honest questions:

• Have we been too good as moms?
• Are our kids truly ready to take care of themselves?
• Have we unintentionally created dependency instead of independence?

Mandy and Jaime parented in very different ways, and that brings a range of insights to the table. From personal stories to practical tools, we explore what it really means to prepare our kids for the world, including the basic life skills they need, like doing laundry, cleaning up after themselves, cooking simple meals, and contributing to the household.

If you’ve ever asked yourself, Will my kids be okay without me? or even, Did I do too much? this conversation is for you.

Whether you’re in the thick of it or already looking back, you won’t want to miss this episode. And to all the too good moms out there, Jaime would love to connect with you. Let’s keep the conversation going.

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Coffee with M and J on Instagram
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MJ Designs and Marketing on Instagram
New Soul Rising on Instagram

On today’s adventure of Coffee with M and J, we start off with Jaime feeling peaceful and grounded… and Mandy feeling like she’s caught in a tornado. We’re both in busy seasons of life for totally different reasons — and as usual, it doesn’t take long for us to go off the rails.

We start with public water preferences (yes, really), touch on divine timing, and somehow end up deep in a conversation about what it means to not be designed to be liked by everyone.

Some people are drawn to Jaime and not Mandy. Others connect more with Mandy and not Jaime. And that’s okay. We even talk about what it feels like when you know someone dislikes you. .

And throughout it all, we come back to this powerful reminder:

You Are Not Designed to Be Liked by Everyone!
Stay curious about what you're feeling. What meaning are you assigning to it? And is it actually true?

It’s real, it’s raw, there are some laughs, and a few deep moments too. Just like life

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MJ Designs and Marketing on Instagram
New Soul Rising on Instagram

On today’s adventure of Coffee with M and J, we sit down with the incredible Heidi Gustafson — certified hypnotist, mindset coach, YouTuber, and host of the Mastering Midlife with Heidi podcast.

From divorce and getting fired, to letting go of people-pleasing and perfectionism, Heidi’s story is a powerful reminder that sometimes the “trucks” that hit us are the exact catalysts we need to build a different kind of life.

Heidi gets real about the foundation of who we become: the childhood conditioning, the pressure to “be nice,” the fear of disappointing others — and how those early lessons shaped a life of giving away her power. If you’ve ever felt stuck in people-pleasing, you’ll relate deeply to this episode.

We talk about the courage to pivot, the power of consistency, and how showing up authentically led to Heidi’s YouTube success — which in turn helped her business thrive. Her journey is proof: it's never too late to stop playing small. It's never too late to chase the dream, show up as your raw, real self, and rewrite the story.

This conversation is vulnerable, empowering, and yes, there are even a few tears.

We’re not here to live small, insignificant lives — and neither are you.

A huge thank you to Heidi for sharing her heart, her wisdom, and her beautiful energy with us (and with you).

Where you can find Heidi:

https://www.masteringmidlifewithheidi.com/

https://www.youtube.com/@MasteringMidlifeWithHeidi

IG @masteringmidlifewithheidi

Viral YouTube Video:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w9HWjKOSg9M

Where to find us at:
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MJ Designs and Marketing on Instagram
New Soul Rising on Instagram

This episode lives up to its name! We went way off the rails—in the best possible way.

We dive into Mandy’s jam-packed schedule, get the scoop on a recent trip (with a few surprise gems), and chat about everything from time blocking and travel to social media and looming deadlines.

Expect more than one valuable tip, lots of laughter, and plenty of real talk about managing life when it feels like you’re juggling flaming swords.

Pull up a chair, grab a cup of coffee or your favorite beverage, and let’s go off the rails together.

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Coffee with M and J on Instagram
Coffee with M and J on TikTok

MJ Designs and Marketing on Instagram
New Soul Rising on Instagram

Buckle up, friends—a lot is flying around in this one.

We dive deep into creative blocks—what causes them, how we sometimes move through them (because let's be honest, it’s not always graceful), and why forcing creativity just doesn’t work.

From surprise Zoom balloons 🎈 to real talk about prioritizing your to-do list, using fun planners, and giving yourself permission to take the pressure off, this episode is a mix of chaos, clarity, and creativity.

Also: Mandy adds yet another thing to her to-do list. Because of course she does

Where to find us at:
Coffee with M and J on Instagram
Coffee with M and J on TikTok

MJ Designs and Marketing on Instagram
New Soul Rising on Instagram

Today we welcome the amazing Kerry Pearce, owner of Luxxe Organizing and Budaful Sents. From her collection of coffee mugs from travels to her take on the perfect coffee temperature, this episode is full of warmth, inspiration, and practical gems.

We dive into how our differences make us beautifully unique, why mental and physical clutter are more connected than you think, and simple home organizing tips that can shift your entire mindset. Kerry also shares her philosophy on going for everything you want in life—and how powerful collaborations happen when people bring the same energy.

💡 Trust us, there are gold nuggets throughout this episode. Seriously, you’re going to want to take notes.

Because if you never start… how will you ever know where it could go?

You can find Kerry here:

Luxxeorganizing.com

info@luxxeorganizing.com

Social @luxxeorganizing

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Coffee with M and J on Instagram
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MJ Designs and Marketing on Instagram
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We start this episode laughing and go off the rails before we even share what’s in our cups! But once we dive in, we explore Jaime’s deep decluttering journey—along with the wild, unexpected stories behind what she’s finding.

We talk about overwhelm, frustration, and how to turn them into action. Start small! This episode is tough to wrap up because it goes deep into Jaime’s personal life, uncovering lessons in the most unexpected places. Things don’t always look like we planned, and sometimes, clearing physical clutter brings up emotions we weren’t ready for.

Jaime encourages you to clear your clutter now! Cleaning out your crap isn’t just about tidying up—you might uncover things that make you sad, spark big emotions, or even rediscover treasures you forgot about.

Be warned: this one gets real. Jaime opens up like never before, sharing things she’s never discussed publicly.

Tune in—you don’t want to miss this one!

Where to find us at:
Coffee with M and J on Instagram
Coffee with M and J on TikTok

MJ Designs and Marketing on Instagram
New Soul Rising on Instagram