Struggle & Strength: Moms Balancing It All with Nikki

Episode 21: When Mother’s Day Doesn’t Feel Like Yours

What happens when the one day that’s “supposed to be for you”… doesn’t feel like it?
In this raw and honest episode of Struggle & Strength, I’m opening up about my Mother’s Day...how it didn’t go the way I hoped, and why that letdown hit a little harder than I expected.
If you’ve ever felt selfish for wanting a break, wanting to be seen, or just wanting one day where you don’t have to do it all… this episode is for you.
💛 Because sometimes the strongest moms are the ones who carry the weight quietly… and finally admit they’re tired.
 
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Episode 20: A Mother’s Day Heart-to-Heart: Lessons from My Mom

What better way to celebrate Mother’s Day than by sitting down with the woman who raised me?
In this special episode of Struggle & Strength, I’m joined by the woman who taught me what it means to be strong, to show up, and to love deeply my mom. We’re getting real about motherhood, the moments that shaped us, the lessons that stuck, and what it’s really like to raise daughters who grow up to chase big dreams.
Whether you’re a mom yourself, missing your mom, or reflecting on the women who helped shape your story this one’s for you.
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Episode 19: Feeling Lonely in a World That Doesn't Share Your Values

What happens when your dreams for your family don’t quite fit the world around you?
In this vulnerable episode of Struggle & Strength, I open up about the real loneliness that sometimes comes with chasing big dreams, living by big values, and raising kids to be kind, respectful, and driven in a world that often feels like it’s moving the other way.
If you’ve ever wondered whether you’re the only one feeling isolated on this journey—you’re not. And maybe…just maybe…loneliness isn’t a sign you’re doing it wrong. Maybe it’s a sign you’re doing something right.
 
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Episode 18 Giving A Voice To The Invisible With Kat

Giving a Voice to the Invisible with Kat Curnow
What if the battles you fought every day were ones no one else could see?
In this powerful episode of Struggle & Strength, I sit down with Kat Curnow, a passionate advocate for both visible and invisible disabilities and chronic illnesses. As a mom to a fiercely independent 12-year-old and two lively Great Danes, Kat’s life is full...but so are the challenges she faces and champions for others.
We talk about what it really means to live with (and advocate for) struggles that are often unseen by the outside world, how Kat balances it all, and the resilience it takes to show up every day when the world doesn’t always understand your journey.
💡 If you've ever felt unseen, unheard, or misunderstood...this conversation is a powerful reminder: your strength matters, even when it’s invisible.

Episode 17: When It Finally Starts Falling Into Place

Have you ever wondered when all your hard work would finally pay off...not in money, but in purpose?
In this heartfelt episode, Nikki shares a behind-the-scenes look at what it feels like when things start clicking into place after months (or years) of showing up, sacrificing, and staying the course. From giving up roles that no longer served her to finally finding clarity, support, and alignment, this is a raw and real reminder that your breakthrough may be closer than you think.
🎧 Tune in to hear:✅ Why success isn’t always about numbers✅ The emotional shift that comes with walking in your purpose✅ What it looks like when peace replaces pressure✅ A message for moms who are still in the messy middle
💡 If you’ve been putting in the work but wondering if it’s all worth it...this episode is your sign to keep going.Need help with a business idea or getting started? Book a discovery call with Nikki!www.creationsbynlw.comWant to Join a community of other pharmacist moms who are starting side hustles: The Pharmacist Mom Side Hustle Circle: Dose of Freedom | Facebook

Episode 16: The Power of MouthMatics with Mason VanMeter

What if you could learn exactly how someone thinks and then use your words to inspire them to take action?
In this episode of Struggle & Strength, I sit down with Mason VanMeter, the entrepreneur who first introduced me to Russell Brunson and the world of ClickFunnels. Mason’s influence launched me into the business I have today...but his own journey has evolved into something completely new: MouthMatics.
MouthMatics is the art of understanding how people are wired so you can communicate in a way that moves them whether it’s your clients, your kids, or your community. It’s part psychology, part influence, and all about mastering the skill of connection.
💡 If you’ve ever wished people would just get it when you talk...this episode is a must-listen!!Mason VanmeterMouthmatics Sales Acceleratorsupport@masonvanmeter.com
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Episode 15: Raising Money-Smart Kids with Deb Kierstead of Live Skills Money

What if your child could leave high school with real-life financial skills and even savings in the bank?
This week, I’m joined by Deb Kierstead, the creator of Live Skills Money, a crash course designed to help families raise money-smart, financially confident kids. Deb shares how her son used her signature “Marg’s Method” to save over $100K by age 23, how homeschooling shaped her teaching style, and how any mom...no matter how busy or overwhelmed can start helping their kids understand money today.
🎧 In this episode, we talk about:✅ Why financial literacy isn’t being taught (and how YOU can teach it at home)✅ How to incorporate money lessons into daily life✅ Advice for moms ready to launch their own ideas✅ What’s next for Live Skills Money
💡 If you want to raise confident, money-smart kids without needing to be a financial guru...this episode is your starting line.
👇 Listen in and share with a fellow mama!
📲 Connect with Deb Kierstead:
🌐 Website: https://debkierstead.com/📘 Crash Course: https://www.liveskillsmoney.com/crashcourse📩 Email: Support@liveskillsmoney.com📸 Instagram: @kierstead.deb
 
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Episode 14: Raising Good Humans: Teaching Kindness, Integrity, and the Power of Showing Up

How do we raise kids who don’t just succeed but who show up for others with heart and integrity?
In this episode, I share a personal story about teaching my kids what it truly means to be kind and why small acts of compassion matter more than we think. When someone in my professional world experienced loss, we did something simple—but powerful. And what unfolded became a beautiful moment of connection, love, and lifelong values.
💡 This episode is for every mom who wants to raise not just good kids but good people.

Episode 13: Lucky Number 13 The Moment I Finally Put Myself First

What happens when a mom of three, COO, soccer coach, cookie mom, and entrepreneur finally chooses herself? Everything changes.
In this deeply personal episode of Struggle & Strength, I share the moment I realized I was saying yes to everyone but myself and how one decision to put my own needs first created a ripple effect I never expected. From letting go of roles I didn’t need, to stepping into my health and launching my business, this is the story of what can happen when moms stop putting themselves last.
🎧 Tune in to hear:✅ The real pressure of “doing it all”✅ The mindset shift that helped me break free✅ How saying no opened doors to unexpected yeses✅ Why self-prioritization is the key to your next level
💡 If you’ve been waiting for permission to prioritize YOU...this is it.

Episode 12 From Pharmacy to Entrepreneurship: Finding Freedom Beyond the 9-5 with Lorraine Danise Zinga

💡 Is your career draining you, but you're unsure how to pivot?
Today, I’m sitting down with Lorraine Danise Zinga, a long-term care pharmacist turned entrepreneur, who knows exactly what it’s like to feel stuck in a demanding career with no clear way out.
Lorraine has worked in retail, hospital, and long-term care pharmacy, but after years of long hours, stressful KPIs, and limited career flexibility, she started to wonder: Is this really all there is?
🎧 In this episode, Lorraine shares:✅ The reality of being a pharmacist (and why it's not what most people think!)✅ How she found a new passion with Arbonne & health coaching✅ The struggles of balancing a full-time career with a side hustle✅ Her advice for women looking to break free from traditional career paths
💡 If you’ve ever questioned your career path, felt exhausted by your job, or wanted to explore entrepreneurship, this episode will inspire you to think bigger.Lorraine Danise ZingaEmail: Lorrainezinga@gmail.com Website: https://Lorrainezinga.arbonne.com/