Just like the Japanese art of kinsugi, we're not trying to hide the cracks of our broken past, but rather highlight those struggles with gold. I will be vulnerable, real and raw with y'all as we figure out how we can turn the damaged pottery of our lives into stunning works of art that are even more beautiful than we ever thought possible. I am your host, Dani Stedman. We're talking spirituality, health and fitness, eating disorders, trauma, and how to find peace and harmony in life. I'll share my story and insights, as well as invite some powerful guests to join the show so we can learn.
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Just like the Japanese art of kinsugi, we're not trying to hide the cracks of our broken past, but rather highlight those struggles with gold. I will be vulnerable, real and raw with y'all as we figure out how we can turn the damaged pottery of our lives into stunning works of art that are even more beautiful than we ever thought possible. I am your host, Dani Stedman. We're talking spirituality, health and fitness, eating disorders, trauma, and how to find peace and harmony in life. I'll share my story and insights, as well as invite some powerful guests to join the show so we can learn.
Cracked Open by Motherhood - Journey Through Infertility, Identity, & Healing with Laura Kistner - Pt. 1
Perfectly Broken
43 minutes 59 seconds
3 months ago
Cracked Open by Motherhood - Journey Through Infertility, Identity, & Healing with Laura Kistner - Pt. 1
In this beautifully supportive episode, I sit down with returning guest Laura Kistner— a woman I deeply admire and look up to as a maternal archetype in my life, right up there with my own mom. We dive into her journey through infertility, motherhood, identity, and healing. Laura vulnerably shares her four-year battle to become a mom, how it cracked her wide open, and what she’s learned about chasing joy from the inside out. Whether you’re a parent or not, this episode holds deep wisdom for anyone navigating the path of purpose, self-love, and choosing themselves again and again.
What you'll hear:
Infertility & Inner Growth: Laura’s path through infertility helped her realize how deeply she wanted to be a mother— and how important it was to stop blaming her body.
Joy vs. Happiness: Achieving milestones (motherhood, marriage, career) brought external happiness, but true fulfillment came from discovering inner joy and self-worth.
Motherhood as a Catalyst: Becoming a mom pushed Laura into deep inner work, not just for herself— but so her daughter could learn self-love through example, not instruction.
Letting Go of the Martyr Mentality: Early motherhood brought burnout, and Laura had to learn that self-care isn’t selfish— it’s essential.
Redefining Readiness: You’re never fully “ready,” and sometimes the calling (motherhood, purpose, healing) is the very thing that prepares you.
Hope for the Journey: For those struggling with infertility or feeling behind in life— Laura’s message is clear: You are not broken, and you are not alone.
Just like the Japanese art of kinsugi, we're not trying to hide the cracks of our broken past, but rather highlight those struggles with gold. I will be vulnerable, real and raw with y'all as we figure out how we can turn the damaged pottery of our lives into stunning works of art that are even more beautiful than we ever thought possible. I am your host, Dani Stedman. We're talking spirituality, health and fitness, eating disorders, trauma, and how to find peace and harmony in life. I'll share my story and insights, as well as invite some powerful guests to join the show so we can learn.
