Childless And Moving Onward

Hush the 'At Leasts': the Battle of Childlessness and Unwanted Advice

Exploring the harmful impact of 'at least' statements on women who are childless not by choice. In this episode, Host Gail Miller explains how these well-meaning but misguided attempts at comfort dismiss and trivialize people's pain.
Tune in to learn better ways to validate and support those experiencing pain without minimizing their feelings. Gail advocates for genuine empathy and support for women in times of pain. 
Key Episode Takeaways:
“At least” statements are often well-intentioned but can come across as toxic positivity.
Why the “at least” statements are a problem.
How to help those who are feeling the pain of childlessness.
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Recycling and the Legacy Dilemma: When Your Future's Not in the Bin!

Discover how everyday tasks like recycling can trigger deeper feelings of futility and pain when contemplating a future without biological children. Host Gail Miller explores the "legacy void" and reminds childless women that they are not alone in their experiences.
Gain practical insights on creating a meaningful legacy through volunteering, mentoring, and supporting others. Tune in to learn ways to find purpose and make a positive impact on the world, regardless of parenthood.
Key Episode Takeaways:
Other ways to leave behind a legacy.
Why tasks like recycling can trigger feelings of pain in childless women.
The legacy void and how it affects childless women.
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Childless, Not Less: Standing Strong Against Invalidation of Your Pain

Join host Gail Miller, a childless by circumstance not by choice woman, as she addresses the painful belittlement and invalidation of childlessness. She discusses how painful dismissive comments can be and the deep impact of emotional isolation.
Discover practical strategies like boundary-setting and finding support systems. Remember, your feelings are valid, and you are not alone. Tune in for a heartfelt, candid conversation filled with resilience and a dash of humor.
Key Episode Takeaways:
No one has the right to belittle or minimize someone else's pain or experiences.
Minimizing somebody else's pain can be a way of coping with someone’s own unresolved grief.
Constant belittlement of our pain can cause a domino effect of struggles.
Strategies to help you stand up for yourself in the face of belittlement.
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The Comparison Trap: Why Your Path to Being Childless Not By Choice is Perfectly Yours

Today, we are discussing the effects that comparing personal suffering to others can have on us. I want to validate that all pain is valid and personal, and advocate for a shift towards empathy and self-compassion. 
Tune in for practical advice on finding fulfillment and forming supportive networks, from redefining success to channeling maternal instincts into hobbies, thereby discovering meaningful silver linings in the journey of childlessness.
Key Episode Takeaways:
Why we need to stop the comparisons. 
All circumstances that led to involuntary childlessness are valid.
Everyone’s experiences with childlessness come with unique challenges and pain.
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Childless and Fearless: Navigating a World of Baby Bumps

Today, we are addressing the sensitive topic of pregnancy announcements and their emotional impact on childless women. We'll explore the complex emotions these moments can evoke, while acknowledging feelings of envy and hurt.
In these situations, I encourage you to shift your perspective and celebrate all kinds of achievements, not just those related to marriage and motherhood. It's crucial to recognize your personal accomplishments and maintain your sense of self-worth beyond societal norms.
Key Episode Takeaways:
Every accomplishment deserves to be celebrated.
All of your feelings make you a unique and valued person.
Your worth and value isn’t tied to your ability to have children.
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Childless, Not Voiceless: Drowning Out the Noise

Today, we are addressing different societal perceptions and pressures faced by women who are childless not by choice. Spurred by a recent political comment, we explore feelings of worth and self-compassion, urging women to redefine their value beyond motherhood.
Offering strategies to combat societal pressures, I encourage you to embrace your own unique journey and lead a fulfilling life. Your value is inherent and is not defined by whether or not you have children. Tune in to explore how to drown out negativity, define your worth, and embrace a life filled with passion and purpose.
Key Episode Takeaways: 
We can’t control what others think, but we get to decide how we see ourselves and our worth.
Your life can be rich and meaningful without children.
There is no shame in being childless.
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Pumpkin Spice and Is Everything Really Nice When You’re Childless?

The fall season is upon us, and with this season comes a lot of exciting and fun events and traditions. It can also be the perfect storm for women who are childless not by choice, as we can be bombarded with reminders of what we are missing out on.
Today, we explore how to navigate the fall season as a woman who is childless by circumstance, not by choice. I offer some practical tips on embracing this season, like mastering the ‘scroll by’ on social media, creating new fall traditions, and investing in self-care. Tune in to learn how to reclaim peace and joy during a season filled with reminders of parenthood.
Key Episode Takeaways:
How to embrace the beauty of the fall season without falling into the black hole of comparison and grief.
Self care is not selfish.
It is ok to grieve and feel joy at the same time.
Lean on others who understand your pain and grief.
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Family is More Than Just Having Kids

When we hear the phrase “starting a family”, most people are referring to having children.  Which is why in this episode we explore the true meaning of family for women who are childless not by choice and why we need to expand our view of how we define family.
Relationships with friends, loved ones, and even pets can constitute a family. We get to have the definition of family be what we want it to be. Tune in to discover how life without children can be fulfilling and how you can build meaningful connections and family in your own unique way.
Key Episode Takeaways:
Why we need to open up our view of how we define family.
Being without children doesn’t have to define you.
Your definition of family is what you want it to be.
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Unplugged: Navigating Life When You're Not Connected Digitally

Unexpected breaks from the internet can feel isolating and unsettling. Social media and online forums, while they have their negatives, they can also be a lifeline where we can find others who understand this unique grief we face. 
Today, I am discussing how a recent unexpected digital detox highlighted the importance of online connections, yet also provided a surprising opportunity for self-reflection and healing. I leave you with a few practical tips for turning periods of forced solitude into moments of personal growth. Tune in to gain insights on what we can learn in silence and how to cope with unexpected solitude.
Key Episode Takeaways:
Unexpected breaks from the internet can feel unsettling and isolating.
How we can cope with moments of unexpected solitude.
Ways that we can make the most of these moments without the internet.
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Finding Meaning & Purpose Through the Struggles with Elizabeth Tiglao-Guss

Today we welcome Elizabeth Tiglao-Guss, host of the By Chance Podcast, sacred conversations with women who don’t have kids by chance and not by choice. Elizabeth is a social entrepreneur, personal coach and founder of Link of Hearts, a lifestyle brand raising awareness for mental health. 
Together we discuss Elizabeth's journey through infertility and mental health struggles. We talk about the importance of redefining purpose and self-love for women who are childless not by choice. She emphasizes the importance of processing emotions, creating a personal toolbox for mental health and finding fulfillment in life.
Key Episode Takeaways:
Healing is not linear and it is a lifetime journey.
The importance of processing and allowing emotions.
You are not alone in your journey of childlessness.
By Chance Podcast: https://pod.link/1744009949
Elizabeth Tiglao-Guss Website: https://bychance.myflodesk.com/emailsignup 
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/linkofhearts/  https://www.instagram.com/bychance.gathering/ 
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