Friends, in  honor of Mother's Day- I'm super excited to introduce you to  my sweet mama , Stephanie Emerson ! I'm definitely partial , but she truly has so much wisdom and insight to impart . During this intimate mother/daughter conversation my mom shares her inspiring story of finding her voice and confidence after life as she knew it changed over night.  This episode is about resilience, starting over, and finding purpose in difficult times . I'm So proud of who she is and hope her journey lights a bit of the way for anyone who may find themselves struggling. ** Content Warning** This episode is not meant for young listeners. It contains  adult language, adult content and frank discussion about sensitive mental health issues. In this episode we get into: <ul><li>The importance of asking for help and why we need to learn how to do it</li></ul> <ul><li>Real talk about navigating financial instability and finding a sense of security outside of your bank account</li></ul> <ul><li>Finding the confidence to start something new, drawing on what you've done in the past, and be grateful for the journey </li></ul> Mental Health Resources:  For anyone who is struggling with the pressure of today’s world, feeling alone, or wondering if you can feel better, these are some places to start.  Please see below some resources for suicide prevention for you or someone you know.  Please reach out. You are not alone. 24/7 Crisis Hotline: 988 Suicide &amp; Crisis Lifeline<a href="http://www.988lifeline.org">www.988lifeline.org</a> Text TALK to 741-741 to text with a trained crisis counselor from the Crisis Text Line for free 24/7National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-TALKSMS :988  National Alliance on Mental Illness<a href="http://www.nami.org/">www.nami.org</a> Text: 62640 1-800-950-6264 Mental Health America<a href="http://www.mhanational.org/">www.mhanational.org</a>  American Foundation for Suicide Prevention<a href="http://www.afsp.org/">www.afsp.org</a>  Join the Club: Follow on instagram - <a href="https://www.instagram.com/hollywoodsecondactclub/">@hollywoodsecondactclub</a>Sign up for our Newsletter. Subscribe <a href="http://tinyurl.com/yf3p4xvz">here</a>.  Coaching Services: If you are interested in coaching and working together, schedule a time for a virtual coffee and let’s talk! I'd love to hear about your goals and see if I can be helpful <a href="mailto:hello@hollywoodsecondactclub.com">hello@hollywoodsecondactclub.com</a>  Rate, Review, &amp; Follow on Apple Podcasts: "I heart Alexis and The Hollywood Second Act Club Podcast" If that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing my show! This helps me support more entertainment industry professionals–just like you–in crafting their own Fabulous Second Acts. Click <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-hollywood-second-act-club-podcast/id1730756002">here</a>, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Then, be sure to let me know what you loved most about the episode! Also, if you haven’t already, follow the podcast wherever you get your fix . I’ll be adding lots of goodies to the feed–and if you’re not following–there’s a good chance you’ll miss out. Follow <a href="https://pod.link/1730756002">now</a>!

#11 Love, Mom- with Stephanie Emerson