Episode 94

Sunday Coffee Talk

Summary:

In this episode of Pieces of a Woman, Cristie and DeAnna are soaking up the newfound freedom of empty nesting, sharing the joys, surprises, and quieter moments of this new chapter. With October in full swing—and election season approaching—they’re discussing about how they navigate family, friendships, and marriage when political views don’t always match. Their focus? Respectful conversations and keeping their inner peace. Feeling the weight of today’s constant news cycle, they’re also finding ways to stay informed without getting overwhelmed, creating space to breathe and reconnect. This fall, it's all about focusing on what we can control, casting our votes, and protecting our well-being. Tune in for an honest chat on how Cristie and DeAnna are handling life in this season of change.

Key Takeaways:

  • [01:20] Realizing the busy yet freeing experience of being empty nesters
  • [05:10] Receiving listener feedback on past episodes and the power of shared personal stories
  • [07:15] Celebrating Breast Cancer Awareness Month
  • [09:30] Encouraging respectful conversations about current events, including political views
  • [18:25] Discussing the importance of not limiting relationships to only those who share similar beliefs
  • [26:30] Managing stress by setting limits on news and social media intake
  • [30:45] The importance of prioritizing mental health and focusing on positive family interactions


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Cristie & DeAnna

DeAnna Robbins is a lover of learning and connecting with REAL people. A Grandma of 4, mom of 4 and wife of one. Her role of being "middle aged" is the current Life Lesson. How to take care of aging parents, be a mom, step mom, wife and professional woman, oh the fun. DeAnna has seen the dark and ugly side of abuse, alcoholism and suffering but believes you are either a victim or a player. She chose to be a player.

Cristie North is a wife, mother of 6 and grandmother of 2. She just turned 50 and is learning to navigate the reality of empty nesting. She has endured trials of divorce, alcohol abuse, blended family and grief. She celebrates every part of her journey as her belief is that each challenge makes us the remarkable, complicated beautiful souls we are today. She has been in the mortgage industry for over 28 years and currently manages a top producing mortgage company in Salt Lake City, Utah.