What do moms want for Mother's Day? Well, as a mom myself, I have curated five thoughtful gift ideas for every budget. These are gifts for moms from a mom's perspective, like a big insider tip from someone in the thick of this journey. So I hope they give you some inspiration for Mother's Day. What's in this episode? 5 thoughtful gift ideas, including...a budget-friendly DIY idea that is perhaps more desirable than its more costly professional counterparta long-lasting budget-friendly gif...

In celebration of Earth Day, I thought it might be nice to come up with some ways to give back to the Earth that gives us so much. (Don't worry...these are really easy! And remember, we're not striving for perfection!) In today's episode, I have 10 Things we can do to celebrate Earth Day (5 of which are particularly great for families with young children, but really anyone can do any of these regardless of your status, and most of these are at zero cost! Yay!) I know not everyone is going t...

Why do we think that we have to look or behave a certain way when we get older? And how can we change that? Well, thankfully not everyone thinks this way, but if you still do find yourself getting hung up on a particular number, you are not alone and it is not your fault. It's mainly because of outdated narratives telling us that once you've passed a certain age, it's time to throw in the towel, which couldn't be further from the truth. In this episode, we're proving those stereotypes ...

Are you even human if you don't ever fail and need to start anew? Things happen and sometimes we fall and fail and that's perfectly okay, because as long as you're still alive, you always have another chance to try. (And you're worth it!) My stepdad's unexpected passing just one week after his cancer diagnosis has made me want to take my health more seriously. I want to be around for my family for a long time. But it's typically not effective to go from doing nothing to running marath...

How can we cope with the loss of a loved one? In this raw and vulnerable episode, Luna discusses ways to handle grief after experiencing an unexpected loss in her family. She highlights the importance of acknowledging and feeling our emotions, rather than suppressing them. She also emphasizes the need for support, whether it be from friends and family or mental health professionals, and suggests joining support groups as another option. Luna encourages listeners to take care of themse...

What is the secret to a lasting relationship? If you haven't listened to Part 1 yet, go listen now because this podcast jumps right in from where that one left off. In Part 2 of this candid Q&A with Luna and her husband, Luna and Evan discuss some common misconceptions about love and relationships, and what they think is the ultimate key to a lasting marriage. The couple's witty banter and lightheartedness make it an enjoyable listen, so if you're looking for some relationship inspirat...

What is the secret to a lasting relationship? Get ready for a hilarious and heartwarming episode of The Friend in Your Ear Pod! Host Luna interviews her husband of over a decade to find out what makes their relationship last and to share some of their secret ingredients for a happy and lasting union. From tolerating each other's quirks to letting their freak flags fly, Luna and Evan bring a witty and playful tone to their discussion about relationships. With a side of cheekiness, the couple ...

Feeling overwhelmed? Me too... We've all been there, with too much to do and not enough hours in the day, especially with all the micro stressors of modern life stacked against us. Then multiple that by infinity if you're a mom. Heh. (IYKYK.) But don't worry, I've got you covered with three easy tips to calm that overwhelm in a snap. No fancy tools or supplements needed. Just hit that play button and let's tackle this overwhelm together! Skip ahead to 9:43 to get right to the tips. (O...

The relationship you have with yourself is the longest relationship you will ever have in your entire life. How can we learn to love ourselves and our bodies as they are without feeling like they have to be changed? In today's episode I discuss the secrets of self-love, and small things you can do each day to love yourself a little more, including some personal examples of how I shifted my views of myself. Listen now to unlock the love you have to give to yourself, because your body ...

Did you know you can rewrite your reality with the things that you think? This week's episode is a particularly motivational and inspirational pep talk (from a friend in your ear) aimed at reminding you of the immense power words hold over our lives, and how we can change our reality through the things we tell ourselves. If you want to know how you can change your life with the power of words or if you've just been stuck in a negative thought-loop about yourself and need to flip tha...