The Amy Edwards Show

Have you ever looked up and realized you’ve been so busy taking care of everyone else that you’re not even sure where you went? In this episode, I’m talking about losing yourself in a relationship, what it really means to put yourself first, and why prioritizing yourself doesn’t make you selfish. I’ve learned this one the hard way through relationships, marriage, motherhood, divorce, and plenty of moments where I put everyone else’s needs ahead of my own. And eventually, that can turn into resentment, exhaustion, and that feeling of being completely disconnected from yourself.We’ll talk about how to stop losing yourself in a relationship or marriage, how to recognize when you’ve made your partner, kids, or everyone around you the center of your life, and some simple ways to start coming back to yourself. I’m sharing what putting yourself first in a relationship actually looks like, how boundaries and small acts of self-care can change the way you show up, and why being a loving partner or mom shouldn’t require abandoning your own needs, identity, and desires.I also share a few of my favorite tools for those moments when you’re overwhelmed or feeling lost, including a five-minute reset, an easy meditation practice, and a simple technique for calming your nervous system. If you’ve been feeling lost in your relationship, losing yourself as a mom, or wondering how to put yourself first without feeling guilty, this conversation is your reminder that you are allowed to take up space in your own life. Connect with Me: Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠@realamyedwards⁠⁠⁠Youtube: ⁠⁠⁠The Amy Edwards Show

I’ve done a lot of work on myself over the years, but my inner critic still has a way of showing up when I least expect it. In this vlog, I’m talking about what happened when that voice came back, sent me into a shame spiral, and had me judging myself, questioning my self-worth, and slipping back into negative thoughts and negative self talk. It’s amazing how quickly old patterns can make you forget everything you know about yourself.I’m sharing how I try to catch that self judgement before it takes over, reframe the thoughts that are making me feel small, and remind myself that one hard moment does not define my identity or my worth. If you’re wondering how to silence your inner critic, stop judging yourself, get out of a shame spiral, or stop being so hard on yourself, I hope this feels like a reminder that healing isn’t about never having negative thoughts again. It’s about learning how to recognize them, reframe them, and come back to yourself.Timestamps: 00:00 – Inner Critic Resurfaces 03:13 – Driving Violation05:54 – Cop’s Basic Advice 07:07 – Our Inner Critic 09:25 – Basic Self-Care Tools 12:15 – Lighting Palo Santo 15:06 – Daily Positive Affirmations 16:32 – Embracing Human ExperienceConnect with Me:Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠@realamyedwards⁠⁠⁠Spotify: ⁠⁠⁠The Amy Edwards Show Podcast⁠⁠⁠#innercritic #selfjudgment #shame

In this solo episode, I share four powerful truths I wish had understood in my 30s—lessons about people-pleasing, self-worth, self-abandonment, and living authentically. Through personal stories from marriage, motherhood, loss, and personal growth, I explore how letting go of external expectations can lead to a more fulfilling, confident life. Whether you're in your 30s, 40s, 50s, or beyond, these reflections offer gentle reminders that growth happens in its own time—and that becoming more of yourself is always worth it. In this episode, you'll learn:- Why it's okay to take up more space and stop shrinking yourself for others- How people-pleasing often disguises itself as being "a lady"- Why your worth isn't determined by what you "bring to the table"- What self-abandonment really looks like in everyday life- How to recognize when you're compromising your authentic self- Why trusting yourself is essential for personal growth- The importance of giving yourself grace throughout every season of lifeTimestamps00:00 – Introduction01:20 – It's Okay to Be More08:10 – There Is No Table15:05 – Understanding Self-Abandonment24:45 – Learning to Trust Yourself35:40 – Don't Compromise Who You Are44:30 – Giving Yourself GracePlease remember to rate, review, and follow the show – and share with a friend!Subscribe to the newsletter:https://mailchi.mp/amyedwards/sign-up-to-amys-newsletterConnect with Me:Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠@realamyedwards⁠⁠⁠TikTok:⁠⁠⁠ @themagicbabe⁠⁠⁠Youtube: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@TheAmyEdwardsShow

Yes, you can survive divorce. I did- not once, but twice. Healing after divorce is hard enough the first time, but I was 45 when I filed the second time, and here I share the full emotional truth of what that was like: throwing the papers across the table at the attorney's office, feeling ashamed, financially scared, and invisible as a woman. It's about that shame of feeling like the family black sheep, the guilt of raising kids through divorce, the darkness that followed, and the moment I looked at a photo of myself out with friends, not smiling in a single shot!, and decided that was not who I was going to become.This episode is also about what turns the corner on healing after divorce. I walk us through exactly how I started to crawl out: saying yes to things outside of my comfort zone. It's about honest, radical responsibility and the truth I had to face about not loving myself and not speaking up for myself, both in marriage and in life. Timestamps:00:00 – Surviving divorce twice02:00 – Filing at 4505:00 – Family shame and pressure07:00 – You're not broken08:30 – Being the common denominator10:00 – Not loving yourself11:30 – The photo that changed everything12:30 – Saying yes to growth15:00 – Speaking up for yourself17:30 – What actually went wrong19:00 – Life falling apart = stepping inSubscribe to the newsletter:https://mailchi.mp/amyedwards/sign-up-to-amys-newsletterConnect with me:Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠@realamyedwards⁠⁠⁠TikTok:⁠⁠⁠ @themagicbabe⁠⁠⁠Spotify: ⁠⁠⁠The Amy Edwards Show#divorcerecovery #lifeafterdivorce #TheAmyEdwardsShow #lifeadvice