Struggle & Strength: Moms Balancing It All with Nikki

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
If you are a pharmacist looking to start a side hustle and want to join other pharmacists already doing it join The Pharmacist Mom Side Hustle Circle: Dose of Freedom Facebook Community: The Pharmacist Mom Side Hustle Circle: Dose of Freedom | Facebook

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
 
💼 Ready to start your own business but don’t know where to begin?
If you’re a mom with big dreams and no roadmap, I’ve got you.👉 Book a strategy call with me at www.CreationsByNLW.com and let’s map out your next steps together.
 

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/

Episode 11- Fighting Self-Doubt: The Hardest Part of Chasing Your Dreams

💡 Have you ever felt like just giving up? Because same.
Lately, I’ve been questioning everything. Am I good enough to run my own business? Can I really make this work? Am I even capable of balancing it all?
The only thing standing in my way? My own self-doubt.
🎧 In this raw and honest episode, I open up about:✅ The limiting beliefs that have been holding me back✅ Why self-doubt creeps in even when we know we’re capable✅ The exact moment I thought about quitting everything✅ How I’m pushing past fear and taking action anyway
💡 Because here’s the truth: The only way we truly fail is if we stop trying.
🎧 Listen now and let’s have a real conversation about pushing through self-doubt and betting on yourself.
📩 Have you ever struggled with this? Drop a comment or DM me—I want to hear your story!
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Episode _10_ Straight From My Kids_ The Funniest_ Sweetest_Most Unexpected Answers!

Have you ever wondered what your kids REALLY think about you?
For Episode 10 of Struggle & Strength: Moms Balancing It All with Nikki, I decided to do something different...I let my kids take the mic! 🎤
🎧 In this fun, unfiltered, and heartwarming episode, we talk about:✅ What it’s REALLY like having me as their mom 😂✅ Their favorite (and least favorite) things I do✅ What they think I do when I’m “working”✅ Their thoughts on family, dreams, and what love means to them ❤️
💡 This episode is full of laughs, sweet moments, and probably a few unexpected surprises. It’s a reminder that at the end of the day, what matters most is the love and connection we build with our kids.

Episode 9: Being Present: Why Our Kids Need Us More Than Ever

Are we truly present in our kids’ lives? In today’s fast-paced world, it’s easy to get caught up in the daily grind...working, running a business, managing a household and suddenly realize we’re missing the little moments with our kids.
But with the rise of youth mental health struggles, school threats, and heartbreaking suicides, it’s more clear than ever: Our kids need us. They need to feel seen, heard, and loved.
🎧 In this episode, I’m opening up about:✅ The real struggle of balancing life and still being present for our kids✅ Why quality time > quantity of time (and how to make the most of both)✅ How to create a safe space for our kids to talk to us about anything✅ Small daily habits to show our kids they’re truly valued & loved
💡 Because at the end of the day, our kids don’t need perfection...they just need US.
✨ Listen now and let’s talk about how we can show up for our kids, even in the busiest seasons of life.