Marty Klingler is one of the most Sendy people I know. You will love getting to know her in this episode. She loves being with her kids and encouraging them to take calculated risks in their lives. We talk about how to go about doing something that is truly terrifying. A quote Marty looks at often is "If you are consistent, you will get it. If you are persistent, you will keep it." She is able to maintain the crazy, sendy life she leads based on her ability to just just send it!

Takeaways
• A sendy mom is someone who is willing to try new things.
• Planning is essential for successful family adventures.
• Building a culture of adventure starts with exposure and experience.
• Calculated risks are important for personal growth.
• Success is about trying and feeling good about your efforts.
• Surrounding yourself with supportive people is crucial.
• Visualization can help overcome fears and anxieties.
• It's important to enjoy the moment and find joy in experiences.
• Learning from failures is part of the adventure process.

Chapters
00:00 The Definition of a Sendy Mom
07:01 Building Skills and Taking Calculated Risks
10:48 The Importance of Encouragement and Experience
24:08 Planning Adventures with a Bucket List
27:15 Overcoming Fear through Preparation and Faith
30:43 Taking Calculated Risks for Personal Growth
33:53 Surrounding Yourself with Supportive People
37:32 Shifting Mindset: Tools for Overcoming Challenges

Today I got to speak with my good friend and neighbor, Miriam Wood. She is currently battling Stage 4 cancer that has invaded most of her body. She is taking all of the challenges that life throws at her and is choosing optimism and positivity. She is one of the most Sendy and cheerful women I know. I need more Miriam in my life!

TAKEAWAYS:

• Being a Sendy Mom means taking risks and trying new things, even if they are hard or have a high chance of failure.
• Comparison is a thief of joy, and it's important to be mindful of our feelings and choose helpful actions.
• Sibling relationships are important, and it's crucial to prioritize and nurture those connections.
• Infertility can be a challenging journey, but there are different paths to building a family, such as adoption and foster care.
• Self-reflection and mindfulness can help us navigate difficult emotions and make positive choices.
• Support from other moms and women is essential for personal growth and resilience.
• Breast cancer is a significant challenge that Miriam has faced in her life. Getting a second opinion and being an advocate for oneself is crucial in the medical world.
• Practicing radical acceptance and finding joy in the present moment can help navigate difficult situations.
• Having a strong support system of family, friends, and community is invaluable during challenging times.
• Compassion, kindness, and connection are essential values to instill in children.
• Identity is not solely defined by achievements or titles, but by our spiritual nature.
• Moving one's body every day is important for mental health and overall well-being.
• Trying new and challenging experiences, such as scuba diving, can lead to personal growth and overcoming fears.

CHAPTERS

00:00 Introduction: The Sendy Mom Mindset

08:01 The Dangers of Comparison and the Importance of Individual Growth

09:54 Mindfulness and Meditation: Tools for Dealing with Negative Feelings

14:57 Prioritizing Sibling Relationships and Nurturing Bonds

20:21 The Value of Asking for and Accepting Help

24:42 Resilience: The Key to Facing Challenges and Pursuing Goals

26:29 Heart Knowing and Understanding

29:16 Navigating the Challenges of Cancer

39:57 The Importance of Staying Present

42:14 Self-Advocacy in Healthcare

44:30 Teaching Compassion, Kindness, and Connection

57:43 Embracing Fear and Taking Action

We are surrounded by people with stories or courage and resilience and we can learn from these people and be inspired by them. This show uncovers tools for successfully navigating challenging circumstances, learning from mistakes, and teaching your children to use their agency to continue moving forward.

Someone who is "sendy" is someone who takes risks, makes all of the preparations, thinks things through and in the end just makes a decision to try. It is a term that is used in the world of extreme sports but applies equally well to motherhood and life. Whether circumstances are chosen or thrust upon us, we have a choice in our response. Let's be the group of sendy friends who encourage, inspire and persuade friends to reach their potential and fulfill their dreams by just sending it!