Dear Reader,

How are you?

Have you ever looked up and realized you’ve been caring for everyone else but not yourself?

This week on SoloMoms! Talk, I sat down with Debbie Weiss, a woman who knows that story all too well. For over 40 years she was a family caregiver, business owner, wife, and mom. By the time she turned 50, she realized she had lost sight of her own hopes and dreams.

But a simple weekend trip with friends changed everything.

In our conversation, Debbie shares:

Her turning point at 50 and how a short getaway opened her eyes to self-care.
The mindset shift that carried her through the loss of her husband, infertility, and the challenges of raising a child with special needs.
Practical “sprinkles” of joy (like gratitude practices and small daily delights) that make life lighter and more fulfilling.

Debbie also opens up about her books On Second Thought and The Sprinkle Effect, powerful reflections on resilience and creating joy even in hard seasons.

And she leaves us with a quote that every solo mom needs to hear:
💡 “You’ve always had the power, my dear. You just had to learn it for yourself.” – Glinda, The Wizard of Oz

🎧 Click below to listen to the episode

Remember you're not alone.

Talk Soon.

J. Rosemarie Francis
Host, SoloMoms! Talk
website: www.solomoms-talk.com
Instagram: @solomomstalk

P.S. I don't just host podcasts, I'm also a trained facilitator and experienced mentor. Having gone through the experience of raising multiple children solo, I can provide a soft ear when you need someone to talk to. Book a confidential call or reply to this email if you want to talk. :)

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