From Survival to Strategy: Reclaiming Joy at the end of 2025

The Mama's Den

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4.9 • 661 Ratings

🗓️ 22 December 2025

⏱️ 41 minutes

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Summary

2025 pushed us to our limits. In this episode, the hosts of The Mama’s Den share what helped us survive a difficult year — and how we’re shifting into a future built on intention, clarity, and joy. We talk about recognizing our talents, letting go of what no longer serves us, and choosing joy without guilt. If you’re ready to move from survival mode into purpose, this conversation is for you. Follow The Mama's Den on Instagram at @TheMamasDenpodcast Write us at podcasts@blacklove.com We can't wait to hear from you!

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0:00.0	What's up y'all?
0:00.7	It's Ashley.
0:01.4	It's Melody.
0:02.2	And Cody here.
0:03.2	And you've tapped into the Mamas Den.
0:06.3	Hey, Mamas.
0:07.1	Welcome back to The Mamas Den on your favorite day of the week, Monday.
0:11.0	We are so happy to have you guys back with us this week.
0:14.2	And this week we are talking about how 2025 has been and what we are grateful for and what got us through 2025.
0:23.6	I'm Melanie Fiona. I have two kids, Cameron, who is nine, and Kaya, who is three, almost four.
0:29.6	You did that. I'm Cody Lane Oliver. Hey y'all. I have seven-year-old twins, Aristotle and Langston, and a nine-year-old named Brooks,
0:40.4	which is my maiden name?
0:42.1	That's lovely.
0:43.0	Fun fact.
0:43.8	I am Ashley Chia.
0:45.0	I have four daughters.
0:46.3	Amira Lee, who is 16.
0:50.1	Azar Lee is nine.
0:51.8	Asia is seven, and Italia is four.
0:56.8	And they're also all Lees.
0:58.0	Yeah, Amir Lee, Azarli, Asi Ali, Asi Ali, and Atalia Lee.
1:01.0	That's because Brian's middle name is Lee.
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