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Are you constantly trying to fix your child’s problems…only to feel like you’re missing something deeper?

In this powerful and heartfelt episode of It’s a Single Mom Thing, Sherry dives into one of the most common parenting struggles—knowing when to offer advice and when your child simply needs to be heard.

“Fix It or Feel It: The Advice Trap in Parenting” unpacks the emotional disconnect that can happen when we jump into problem-solving mode too quickly—and how that can impact trust, communication, and connection with your kids.

Through real-life parenting scenarios—from little kids feeling left out…to teens shutting down…to life-altering moments like bullying, fear, and unexpected situations—Sherry shares how to recognize what’s really going on beneath the surface and respond in a way that builds lasting connection.

This episode is especially powerful for single moms navigating both nurturing and leadership roles, offering insight into how to balance emotional support with guidance—without feeling like you have to be everything all at once.

You’ll learn:

• The difference between fixing vs. feeling in parenting moments
• How to help your child process emotions beneath the surface
• Why kids shut down when they feel dismissed or corrected too quickly
• How to respond when your child shares something serious or overwhelming
• How your response today can shape your child’s future—and even future generations

This episode also speaks to the heart of healing generational patterns, helping moms recognize the “hand-me-down” emotional habits they may be carrying—and how to break them with intention and grace.

If you’ve ever wondered…
“Why didn’t that conversation go the way I thought it would?”
“Why does my child shut down when I’m trying to help?”
“Am I doing this right?”

This episode will meet you right where you are.

Because sometimes…your child doesn’t need you to fix it.

They just need you to feel it with them.

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Send Sherry a Text Message

It didn’t start loud.

It started as a thought…
one you didn’t even think needed to be challenged.

A voice that sounded familiar.
Comforting.
Reasonable.

And before you realized it…
you weren’t just hearing it.

You were agreeing with it.

This isn’t just a story.

It’s a glimpse into how something subtle…
can quietly take hold.

Maybe it’s not your exact situation…

…but you might recognize the voice.

Because this isn’t just one story.

This is a we thing.

If something felt a little too familiar, don’t keep it hidden. Share it with someone you trust.

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What if the reason your days feel so heavy… isn’t everything you have to do—but everything you expect them to be?

In this episode of It’s a Single Mom Thing, Sherry shares a powerful mindset shift that is changing the way she lives, shows up, and experiences everyday life. Instead of chasing the idea of a “good day,” she’s choosing something different—and it’s lighter, more intentional, and way more freeing.

If you’re a single mom feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, or constantly disappointed when life doesn’t go as planned, this episode will challenge you to rethink how you approach your day—and give you practical tools to shift it.

You’ll learn:

• Why expectations can quietly weigh you down
• How to start your day with intention instead of pressure
• A simple but powerful question that can transform your mindset
• How to show up differently in stressful moments, conversations, and even dating
• A practical exercise to help you see it, feel it, and speak it
• How to model and teach this mindset to your kids so they can build emotional resilience early

This isn’t about having a perfect day.
It’s about choosing your experience—no matter what the day brings.

✨ Whether you’re navigating co-parenting, work stress, parenting challenges, or just trying to keep it all together—this episode will help you release the pressure and step into your day with purpose, peace, and confidence.

💬 I want to hear from you!
If you try this “experience shift,” hit the “Text Sherry” link above the podcast description and share what changed for you. Your story might be featured in a future episode!

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