THE
PARENT PODCAST
Permission Slips for Moms:
Letting Go of Guilt and Living Life on Your Terms
with Mari Wuellner
Key Points
From This Episode:
01:57 - From Hustle Culture to Living on Purpose
10:17 - The Power of Permission Slips
21:18 - Motherhood, Modeling & Letting Go of Mom Guilt
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this episode:
Show Notes
In this inspiring episode of The Warrior Parent Podcast, hosts Marci Mitchell and Debbie DiManno sit down with Mari Wuellner to discuss permission slips, personal growth, and redefining success. Mari shares how a panic attack forced her to rethink a life built on hustle, leading her to embrace therapy, coaching, and intentional living. This conversation offers a powerful message for parents, especially moms, about releasing guilt, honoring their own needs, and modeling a healthier path for the next generation.
From Hustle Culture to Living on Purpose
Hosts Marci Mitchell and Debbie DiManno welcome Mari Wuellner to share her journey from college dropout and single mom to successful business owner and coach. Mari opens up about building a multimillion-dollar business while following society’s checklist for success, only to find herself facing a life-changing panic attack. She explains how that moment became the catalyst for granting herself permission to stop living by default and start living intentionally.
The Power of Permission Slips
Mari explores the concept of "permission slips"—the idea that we often wait for validation from others before pursuing the life we truly want. Through therapy, coaching, and personal growth, she learned that success is not about meeting other people's expectations but about aligning with your own values and well-being. The conversation highlights how women, in particular, are conditioned to seek approval and how reclaiming personal agency can be transformative.
Motherhood, Modeling & Letting Go of Mom Guilt
The discussion turns to parenting, working motherhood, and the pressure many women feel to sacrifice themselves for their families. Mari shares insights from her research on mom guilt and challenges the belief that being a good parent requires constant self-abandonment. Together, the group discusses the importance of modeling authenticity, self-care, and healthy boundaries so children can learn that caring for themselves is just as important as caring for others.
Thank you so much for listening to this episode! This podcast is dedicated to supporting families through the ups and downs of parenting and mental wellness. We know how tough it can be to raise kids in today’s world, but you don’t have to do it alone. Join us and let’s lift each other up.
With love,
Marci & Debbie
THE
PARENT PODCAST
Permission Slips for Moms: Letting Go of Guilt and Living Life on Your Terms
with Mari Wuellner
Show Notes
In this inspiring episode of The Warrior Parent Podcast, hosts Marci Mitchell and Debbie DiManno sit down with Mari Wuellner to discuss permission slips, personal growth, and redefining success. Mari shares how a panic attack forced her to rethink a life built on hustle, leading her to embrace therapy, coaching, and intentional living. This conversation offers a powerful message for parents, especially moms, about releasing guilt, honoring their own needs, and modeling a healthier path for the next generation.
Key Points
From This Episode:
01:57 - From Hustle Culture to Living on Purpose
10:17 - The Power of Permission Slips
21:18 - Motherhood, Modeling & Letting Go of Mom Guilt
From Hustle Culture to Living on Purpose
Hosts Marci Mitchell and Debbie DiManno welcome Mari Wuellner to share her journey from college dropout and single mom to successful business owner and coach. Mari opens up about building a multimillion-dollar business while following society’s checklist for success, only to find herself facing a life-changing panic attack. She explains how that moment became the catalyst for granting herself permission to stop living by default and start living intentionally.
The Power of Permission Slips
Mari explores the concept of "permission slips"—the idea that we often wait for validation from others before pursuing the life we truly want. Through therapy, coaching, and personal growth, she learned that success is not about meeting other people's expectations but about aligning with your own values and well-being. The conversation highlights how women, in particular, are conditioned to seek approval and how reclaiming personal agency can be transformative.
Motherhood, Modeling & Letting Go of Mom Guilt
The discussion turns to parenting, working motherhood, and the pressure many women feel to sacrifice themselves for their families. Mari shares insights from her research on mom guilt and challenges the belief that being a good parent requires constant self-abandonment. Together, the group discusses the importance of modeling authenticity, self-care, and healthy boundaries so children can learn that caring for themselves is just as important as caring for others.
Thank you so much for listening to this episode! This podcast is dedicated to supporting families through the ups and downs of parenting and mental wellness. We know how tough it can be to raise kids in today’s world, but you don’t have to do it alone. Join us and let’s lift each other up.
With love,
Marci & Debbie
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We're on a mission to educate, inspire and transform lives, ages 4-104 using basic scientifically proven methods and tools to decrease stress, anxiety and to increase resiliency and overall well-being.
2882 Prospect Park Dr. Suite 120,
Rancho Cordova, CA 95670
(916) 340-5252
© 2019 Cour Experience Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Non-Profit 501c3 EIN: 84-3383699