Mamas Flight Path

• 46. The Secret to a Flocking Fabulous Life (and Why Play Is the Missing Piece You’ve Forgotten)

  If you’ve been running on empty, juggling work, kids, and a never-ending to-do list — wondering when it’s your turn to feel alive again — this episode is for you.In this Jools Tools episode, we’re talking about something most working mums have forgotten: play.Inspired by Brené Brown’s Gifts of Imperfect Parenting and, yes, Gabby’s Dollhouse: The Movie, Jools shares a powerful mindset tool that helps you rediscover joy, beat mum burnout, and bring more energy and connection into your everyday life.Because play isn’t just for kids — it’s the secret to living a flocking fabulous life full of freedom, flow, and fun.The light-bulb moment Jools realised she’d stopped playing and started parenting on autopilotThe Play Venn — Simple framework for finding joy againThree reflection questions to help you find your personal Play list How to make play part of your family life (without turning it into another job)Why play isn’t frivolous — it’s fuel for your purpose, creativity, and calmFreebie:Feeling stuck in survival mode? Download 56 Ways to Rest (these maybe idea for play) — There are seven types of rest every mama needs to feel human again. I've given you 8 ideas for every 7 types so no more mental load required! It’s FREE at ⁠mamasflightpath.com/freebies⁠Share the Love If this episode made you smile, share it with another mum who needs permission to have fun again.And don’t forget to hit follow so you never miss an episode of Mama’s Flight Path every Thursday and SundayCome and say hi on the socials ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ |⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ |⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⚠️Disclaimer: This podcast may cause breakthroughs and life enrichment ! The content shared in Mama’s Flight Path is for inspiration and education only. It’s not a substitute for professional medical, mental health, or financial advice.I speak from lived experience, coaching practice, and research but every mum’s journey is unique. Please take what resonates, leave what doesn’t, and always seek professional support if you need it. Love Jools xBecause when you fly, your family flies too.And don’t forget to hit Follow so you never miss an episode of Mama’s Flight Path — the podcast helping mums break free from burnout, rediscover their joy, and build flocking fabulous lives.Love ya! Jools x

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• 45 What Gabby’s Dollhouse Taught Me About Joy (and Why Every Mum Needs to Hear It)

  What a kids’ movie taught me about joy, presence, and rediscovering play. Because sometimes the reminder you need shows up in cat ears and glitter.Ever feel like life’s become one big to-do list? Between work, school runs, and meal planning, even fun starts to feel like another box to tick. If you’ve forgotten how to actually play — this one’s for you.In this story episode, I’m taking you to an unexpected place: the cinema.What started as a half-term trip to see Gabby’s Dollhouse: The Movie turned into a full-blown reminder about joy, presence, and the power of play.You’ll hear what a children’s film taught me about rediscovering that part of ourselves that gets buried under routines, responsibilities, and endless “shoulds.”Spoiler: this isn’t about the movie — it’s about remembering how to feel alive again.You’ll hear:✨ The moment I realised how serious life had become (and why that’s a problem)✨ The surprising link between play, creativity, and emotional wellbeing✨ The science behind how play boosts empathy, problem-solving, and happiness✨ A gentle reminder that joy isn’t a reward — it’s your way home to yourselfInstagram account I'm loving with the caterpillar MyLittlePlayDen Freebie:Feeling stuck in survival mode? Download 56 Ways to Rest — There are seven types of rest every mama needs to feel human again. II have given y!ou 8 ideas for every 7 types so no more mental load required! t’s free at mamasflightpath.com/freebiesShare the Love If this episode made you smile (or made you want to grab your cat ears and dance in the kitchen), share it with another mum who could use that reminder.And don’t forget to hit follow so you never miss an episode of Mama’s Flight Path every Thursday and SundayCome and say hi on the socials ⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ |⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ |⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⚠️Disclaimer: This podcast may cause breakthroughs and life enrichment ! The content shared in Mama’s Flight Path is for inspiration and education only. It’s not a substitute for professional medical, mental health, or financial advice.I speak from lived experience, coaching practice, and research but every mum’s journey is unique. Please take what resonates, leave what doesn’t, and always seek professional support if you need it. Love Jools xChapters00:00 Introduction to Flocking Fabulous Living00:27 The Impact of Gabby's Dollhouse on Joy and Play02:07 The Science of Play and Its Importance07:09 Embracing Play in Everyday Life

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• 44 3 Steps to Start Your Next Chapter using the Flocking Fabulous Mindset Map

  Feeling stuck, burnt out, or unsure what’s next? It's another half term and not enough annual leave?! Can't remember the last time you did something for you? You DO have a choice. This episode is your permission slip to begin again. Join me, Jools Raye, as I share the simple but powerful 3-step Flocking Fabulous™️ Mindset Map — my proven method to help working mums move from autopilot to alignment.You’ll learn how to:✨ Recognise the signs that your next chapter is calling✨ Reframe fear and self-doubt using practical mindset tools✨ Take one small, brave step toward a more purposeful, fulfilling lifeDrawing from my own story of redundancy and reinvention, I shows how small mindset shifts can spark major transformation. If you’re ready to stop waiting for the “perfect time” and start designing a life that feels flocking fabulous, this episode is for you.I hope you loved this week’s episode of Jools Tools on Mamas Flight Path and that it gave you a little spark that you can lead yourself . Please share it with another mama who’s ready to screw surviving motherhood and choosing to live Flocking Fabulous™️! It honestly means the world when you share, it helps more mamas find these conversations and start designing their Flocking Fabulous lives too. I'm here Every Thursday sharing my journey to building a Flocking Fabulous life as a freelancer, going from corporate to my calling.Sunday I am here with a coaching tool. and because I believe Flocking Fabulous Living starts with First Love Yourself - I have created 56 ways to rest. It's a cool infographic so you can pin it on your fridge, grab from my website https://www.mamasflightpath.com/freebiesWith Love and Kindness Jools x 🦩Stay connected with like minded mums: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⚠️Disclaimer: This podcast may cause breakthroughs and life enrichment ! The content shared in Mama’s Flight Path is for inspiration and education only. It’s not a substitute for professional medical, mental health, or financial advice.I speak from lived experience, coaching practice, and research but every mum’s journey is unique. Please take what resonates, leave what doesn’t, and always seek professional support if you need it.⚠️Chapters00:00 The Call to Adventure03:59 Crossing the Threshold06:53 The Unbranding Exercise08:13 Real Stories of Transformation

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• 43 What Ada Lovelace (and a £14.5 Million Decision) Taught Me About Following My Calling

  Ever feel like you’ve outgrown your old identity — the job title, the routine, the version of you that made sense before motherhood?This episode is your permission slip to unbrand yourself.Recorded after attending an event at Ada Lovelace’s former home — the world’s first computer programmer and a mum of three coding in a corset — Jools shares how Ada’s courage to be seen, and Matthew McConaughey’s $14.5 million “no” to Hollywood typecasting, both reveal the same truth:If you want a more meaningful, purpose-led life, you have to be willing to let go of who the world thinks you are.In this episode, you’ll learn:✨ How to spot when you’ve outgrown an identity that no longer fits.✨ Why holding your nerve in uncertainty is the ultimate act of self-trust.✨ A creative reflection tool (The Brand Shield) to help you rediscover who you are beneath the labels.So if you’ve been feeling stuck between corporate comfort and your calling, this one’s for you. Because sometimes, the most powerful thing you can do… is say no to the version of yourself that’s run its courseI hope you loved this week’s episode of Mamas Flight Path and that it gave you a little spark of self-trust to carry into your week.If it did, Please share it with another mama who’s ready to screw surviving motherhood and choosing to live Flocking Fabulous! It honestly means the world when you share, it helps more mamas find these conversations and start designing their Flocking Fabulous lives too. If you want more, tune into Sunday's episode Jools Tools I know you have got this and I've got you! So, I have created 56 ways to rest. It's a cool infographic so you can pin it on your fridge, grab from my website https://www.mamasflightpath.com/freebiesBig LoveJools x 🦩

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• 42 Jools Tools: The Truth About Trust: Why You’re Not Stuck, You’re Just Scared to Move

  Feeling stuck? It’s not because you’re lazy, it’s because you’ve stopped trusting yourself.In this week’s Jools Tools episode, Jools shares a fresh take on procrastination and the secret mindset shift that helps working mums move from overthinking to action and start designing the life they actually want.If you’ve ever:💭 doubted every decision (career, motherhood, purpose),💭 scrolled jobs or side-hustles but never pressed “go,”💭 or told yourself “now’s not the right time,”this episode will help you rebuild trust in your intuition, so you can step into your next flocking fabulous™️ chapter with freedom, flow and fun.Inside you’ll learn:1️⃣ Why procrastination isn’t the problem — fear is.2️⃣ How to spot when you’re outsourcing your intuition.3️⃣ A simple trust-building ritual to get out of your head and into momentum.This is mindset, manifestation and motherhood — minus the guilt and grind.I hope you loved this week’s episode of Jools Tools from Mama’s Flight Path and that it gave you a little spark of self-trust to carry into your week.If it did, please share it with another mama who’s ready to get her flocking fabulous pink back or pop it on your stories and tag me @mamasflightpath.It honestly means the world when you share, it helps more mamas find these conversations and start designing lives they love too. Thank you so much for listening and tune in on Thursday for another episode of Mama's Flight Path - for mamas who are screwing surviving motherhood and choosing to live Flocking Fabulous! I know you have got this and I've got you! So, I have created 56 ways to rest. It's a cool infographic so you can pin it on your fridge, grab from my website https://www.mamasflightpath.com/freebiesBig LoveJools x 🦩Chapters00:00 The Power of Trust in Overcoming Procrastination01:53 Tools to Strengthen Your Inner Mentor05:12 Building Trust Through Small Actions

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