The Self-Centered Mom with Evelyn LeVasseur

For years, I taught women how to love themselves, rebuild their confidence, and heal the relationship they had with who they were.
I still believe that work matters. But I realized something I couldn't ignore.
What good is healing yourself if you keep returning to the same environment that teaches you you're invisible?
In this episode, I share why I made the biggest decision of my career: I burned my business to the ground and rebuilt it from the inside out. This isn't simply a rebrand. It's a complete shift in what I believe mothers actually need.
Self-love is the foundation. But it's not the destination.
If the structure of your home still depends on you carrying the mental load, managing everyone's emotions, remembering every appointment, planning every meal, cleaning every room, and sacrificing yourself to keep everything running, no amount of confidence work will create the life you're longing for.
I'm no longer teaching women how to simply feel better.
I'm teaching them how to build lives where they no longer disappear.
In this episode, I talk about:
Why I walked away from the business I spent years building.
Why self-love without structural change isn't enough.
How mothers become invisible inside their own homes.
The hidden cost of carrying the mental load.
Why your children learn how to treat themselves by watching how you treat yourself.
What becoming "self-centered" actually means—and why it has nothing to do with being selfish.
How changing your family's structure changes generations to come.
I also introduce my new mission as The Self-Centered Mom and explain why centering yourself isn't taking something away from your family—it's one of the greatest gifts you can give them.
When you stop disappearing, everyone benefits.
If you've ever felt like you've lost yourself beneath the responsibilities of motherhood, marriage, and caring for everyone else, this conversation is for you.
Join me July 24th for Why Moms NEED To Become Self-Centered Immediately. Register at theselfcenteredmom.com/webinar 

In this episode of the Minding Mine podcast, I'm getting real about one of the most important things I'm doing as a mom - teaching my daughters to deeply trust themselves. While I'm still doing my own inner work and unlearning old patterns, I'm intentional about giving my girls the foundation I wish I'd had. Here are the five things I practice at home:
1. I let them disagree with me. I don't pull the "because I said so" card. Instead, I create space for respectful dialogue, genuinely listen to my daughters' perspectives, and celebrate them for speaking their truth — even when it's hard.
2. I ask questions instead of giving advice. When something happens at school or with a friend, I resist the urge to jump in and fix it. I validate, get curious, and guide my girls back to their own instincts — because I want the voice in their head to be theirs, not mine.
3. I apologize when I'm wrong. I'm human — sometimes I'm distracted, snappy, or checked out. When that happens, I own it, repair it, and move forward. I'm modeling that accountability and love can exist in the same breath.
4. I don't judge my body — or anyone else's. After years of dieting and shrinking myself, I'm intentional about never talking negatively about bodies in front of my girls. I talk about movement for strength, health, and stress relief — not for how it makes me look.
5. I let them watch me choose myself. My daughters see me record podcast episodes, lead groups, and take the stage — nervous and doing it anyway. That's the real lesson: trust isn't the absence of fear. It's moving forward even when your knees are knocking.
Bonus tip: Don't underestimate the car ride conversation. Some of the best, most open moments happen in those 10–15 minutes after school.
If this episode resonated with you, leave a comment, rate, and review the podcast. And as always — go live your life on your terms.
 
 
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In this episode of Minding Mine, I sit down with coach, speaker, and author Stacy Rocklein, and we have an honest, layered conversation about forgiveness, loneliness, and emotional intimacy.
We talk about the kind of loneliness that exists even inside good marriages.The kind that shows up in a room full of people.The kind that doesn’t go away just because you “have everything.”
Stacy shares how her journey into forgiveness began when she realized she wasn’t actually forgiving — she was bypassing. Skipping over pain. Avoiding vulnerability. Holding it together. And how that created invisible distance in her closest relationships.
We explore:
What forgiveness really means (and why it doesn’t require an apology)
The defense mechanisms we don’t realize we’re using
How loneliness can exist inside healthy relationships
Why self-forgiveness is the foundation for emotional intimacy
The burden (and power) of teaching someone how to show up for you
Why boundaries and forgiveness must work together
How our relationship with ourselves shapes every relationship we have
The generational shift happening in parenting and partnership
What to do when you don’t get the apology you hoped for
Why vulnerability is the antidote to loneliness
We also talk about marriage — the difference between love as a feeling and love as a daily choice. And I share how releasing the belief that my marriage defined me changed everything.
This conversation is deep, reflective, and honest. If you’ve ever felt unseen, emotionally disconnected, or stuck waiting for someone else to change first — this episode is for you.
Stacy’s book, Forgive Without an Apology, expands on her forgiveness framework and her 21 Day Heart Cleanse.
Connect with Stacy: 
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@StacyRocklein
Book at Amazon: https://a.co/d/jdiPiRk
Substack: https://substack.com/@stacyrocklein 
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SRocklein
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stacyrocklein/
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Instagram: @itsevelynlevasseur
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Motherhood will expose you. Because it activates everything you haven’t healed.
In this episode of Minding Mine, I sit down with licensed clinical social worker and parenting coach Amy Haydak, and we talk about what it really means to break generational cycles — while you’re still in the middle of raising your kids.
Not after therapy. Not once you’ve “figured it out.” Right now. 
We talk about emotional regulation. The real-life version. The grocery store meltdown version. The snapping over dishes version. The “why am I this angry?” version.
Most of us weren’t taught how to feel.We were taught to behave.
So now we’re raising children who feel out loud… and it’s confronting.
In this conversation, we unpack:
Why you don’t even realize you’re activated half the time
What emotional regulation actually feels like in your body
The difference between authority and leadership
How subtle trauma shapes your reactions
Why your child isn’t being “defiant” — they’re dysregulated
What repair looks like when you mess up
How to reparent yourself while raising your kids
We also talk about guilt — because once you see the pattern, you can’t unsee it.
But awareness is power.
You don’t need to be a perfect mother, you need to be an intentional one.
Cycle breaking isn’t about getting things right every time.
It’s about raising kids who feel safe — not kids who fear disappointing you.
If you’re tired of snapping and spiraling…If you want connection instead of control…If you feel like you’re healing and parenting at the same time…
This episode is for you.
Connect with Amy:
https://www.facebook.com/amy.haydak
Book:https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FQ7Y3T54
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Are you constantly busy, but still feeling unfulfilled?
In this episode of Minding Mine, I sit down with burnout and wellness coach Stephanie Carter to unpack the truth about overwhelm, exhaustion, and why so many women over 40 feel disconnected from themselves.
We explored:
Why burnout has become a “badge of honor” for women
The hidden cost of constant productivity
How to stop living on autopilot
Why intention—not busyness—creates fulfillment
The power of journaling and self-reflection
How to identify what actually brings you joy
Setting boundaries without guilt
Letting go of obligations that no longer serve you
Reclaiming your time after seasons of overwork
Why pouring into yourself first makes you a better partner, mother, and leader
Stephanie shares how the stillness of COVID revealed just how burned out she had become—and how that awakening reshaped her career, priorities, and mission to help other women do the same.
This episode is for the woman who:
Feels too busy to take care of herself
Struggles to answer, “What do I actually want?”
Puts herself last and calls it love
Knows she wants more peace, joy, and ease—but doesn’t know where to start
You’ll walk away with practical tools for reflection, boundary-setting, and creating small, intentional shifts that change everything.
Because burnout isn’t a requirement.And you don’t have to earn your worth through exhaustion.
Connect with Stephanie Carter:
Website: https://alignedandageless.comEmail: stephanie@alignedandageless.comFree workshops + 1:1 coaching available
 
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What if the life you’re praying for is waiting on you to move first?
In this deeply honest and electric conversation, I sit down with transformational speaker, author, and founder of Redefining Wealth, Patrice Washington. We explore the intersection of faith and action, purpose and performance, conviction and sovereignty.
Patrice shares how she built her life through belief and aligned action — from losing a seven-figure business to rebuilding with clarity and calling. We talk about why chasing purpose is not a luxury, how faith becomes a crutch when we refuse to move, and what it truly means to “give God something to bless.”
This episode is for the woman who:
Knows there is more for her but feels stuck in obligation
Believes in God but struggles to trust herself
Is tired of outsourcing her power
Feels intimidated by her own bigness
Wants to break generational patterns and lead differently
Inside this conversation, we explore:
The difference between belief and the performance of belief
Why purpose isn’t optional — it’s your design
How intimidation often mirrors unclaimed potential
Why “lucky” is an insult
Goals vs. vision (and why confusing them keeps you stuck)
Faith + aligned action as co-creation
Breaking generational trauma through intentional living
Letting go of obligation and choosing sovereignty
This is about becoming the woman who can hold the vision — not just reach it.
Because you weren’t placed here accidentally.You were created on purpose, for purpose.
And the only real loss is betraying yourself.
If this conversation moves you, share it with someone who needs permission to stop waiting — and start moving.
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IG: https://www.instagram.com/seekwisdompcw/
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www.patricewashington.com
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In this episode of Minding Mine, I sat down with Tay Daniels, founder of Breadwinner Energy and leader of a new wave of wealthy healers. Tay’s journey is nothing short of extraordinary: eight years ago, she had $100, wrecked credit, no degree, and was hiding from an abusive relationship. Today, she runs a seven-figure global brand, coaching spiritual entrepreneurs and healers to stop running hobby businesses and step into their power.
Together, we were able to dive deep into:
How a single decision to leave an abusive relationship sparked a journey of self-trust and freedom
The risks and rewards of starting a business with no safety net
Building identity, confidence, and the “Breadwinner Energy” mindset
Breaking generational patterns and cultivating authentic, soul-led leadership
How motherhood shaped Tay’s perspective on legacy, self-care, and empowerment
The power of choosing yourself, even when family or societal expectations resist
Practical steps for women to build financial independence and create generational impact
Whether you’re seeking inspiration, guidance on stepping into your own power, or tools to align your business and life with your soul, this episode will challenge and uplift you. Tay’s story is a masterclass in courage, resilience, and embodiment.
Breadwinner Energy Academy: https://breadwinnerenergy.co/academy
Tay Daniels on Instagram: @TayDanielsLLC
Breadwinner Energy Podcast: Search in your favorite podcast app
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In this episode of Minding Mine, I sit down with love and relationship coach Leah Mitchell for a deeply honest conversation about trauma, shame, safety, and the invisible patterns so many women carry into their relationships.
Leah opens up about the accident that changed her life at seventeen, the secondary trauma that followed, and how years of trying to earn love shaped her dating choices, her self-worth, and her nervous system. We talk about the ways childhood conditioning shows up in adulthood, why shame becomes a survival response, and how experiences we are never taught to process can turn into patterns we don’t even recognize as our own.
Leah also shares the turning point in her healing journey—how neuroscience, emotional regulation, and kinetic divination helped her reconnect to her own body, break destructive cycles, and finally feel safe enough to pursue healthy love. We explore how trauma impacts dating, why women often feel they must “earn” affection, how cortisol and stress affect romantic compatibility, and what it looks like to build relationships rooted in honesty, vulnerability, and mutual respect.
This conversation is full of raw truths, powerful reframes, and reminders that loving yourself well is the foundation for calling in the love you truly desire. Whether you’re single, dating, or partnered, Leah’s insights will help you understand yourself more deeply—and begin healing the patterns that have kept you feeling stuck, small, or at war with your own heart.
In this episode, we talk about:• The accident that reshaped Leah’s identity, patterns, and sense of safety• Why “secondary trauma” from loved ones can feel more painful than the trauma itself• How shame becomes a subconscious survival strategy• Using neuroscience and somatic tools to rewire relationship patterns• Why many women feel they need to “earn” love• How cortisol impacts compatibility, chemistry, and connection• What safe, emotionally available love actually feels like• How our healing impacts the next generation• The legacy we leave when our children watch us be loved—and love ourselves
Connect with LeahPodcast: The Goddess of LoveFree Course: The Dating Strategy
Socials: https://www.instagram.com/goddessofloveofficial https://www.facebook.com/leah.mitchell.3914/ 
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In this episode, I sat down with trauma-informed coach and former psychotherapist Carah Elizabeth to explore self-abandonment, self-trust, and emotional healing. We dove into recognizing patterns of control, releasing fear, and reclaiming confidence while nurturing our inner selves. Carah shared practical strategies for healing trauma, connecting with your body, and stepping into your full potential—so you can live life with ease, self-trust, and empowered confidence.
What I covered with Carah:
How to recognize when we’re self-abandoning
Tools for building self-trust and confidence
How trauma impacts our relationships and everyday life
Ways to nurture your inner child and embrace emotional freedom
Connect with Carah: 
https://soulpoweredcollective.my.canva.site/soul-powered-collective
IG: @Carah.Elizabeth
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I sat down with board-certified plastic surgeon, scuba diver, race-car driver, and host of The Soulful Surgeon Podcast, Dr. Lisa Hunsicker.
Together we explored the real cost of perfection, the emotional weight women carry, the humanity inside healthcare, and the courage it takes to finally—finally—receive.
Dr. Lisa opens up about:• How a childhood trauma with water became a lifelong love of diving• What drew her to plastic surgery and the sacred work of restoring women after cancer and childbirth• Why women struggle so deeply to receive care, time, support, or compassion• The invisible emotional burden doctors carry inside a broken medical system• How fear, burnout, and perfectionism quietly shape healthcare• Her own mental health crisis—and what it taught her about choosing herself• Why she refuses to set herself on fire to keep others warm• The importance of boundaries, presence, and self-leadership• Her mission to bring humanity back into medicine
This episode is a healing for anyone who has ever felt like they had to hold the world together, perform perfectly, or disappear behind the needs of everyone else.
Key topics: 
Why perfectionism is rewarded—and why it’s killing us
The emotional disconnection women develop from their own needs
The pressure on mothers to be everything to everyone
The reality of medical burnout and emotional residue
Boundaries that protect your humanity
How to listen to your body and soul instead of outside expectations
What true receiving looks like
Creating a practice and life that honors who you really are
Connect with Dr Lisa:
The Soulful Surgeon Podcast – https://www.soulfulsurgeon.com
Dr. Lisa Hunsicker on Instagram: @soulfulsurgeon
web: www.soulfulsurgeon.com
Her upcoming book: The Strength to Lay It Down
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