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  • Perimenopause, Purpose & Letting Go of the Maiden | Chelsea Etheridge
    2025/06/04
    Episode 10: What happens when your body changes… and the world doesn’t talk about it? In this honest episode, Elle speaks with Chelsea Etheridge, founder of Not Young, a supplement company geared towards women in perimenopause. Chelsea shares how navigating perimenopause became the unexpected spark for personal transformation and the creation of her platform, Not Young. From losing her sense of self to reclaiming power and authenticity, Chelsea opens up about aging, identity, and why the “maiden-obsessed” culture is due for a rewrite. Take a listen... Timestamps: 01:46 - Chelsea's story 09:05 - Story of Not Young 10:25 - Signs of perimenopause 16:16 - View on aging 19:03 - Plot twist! 20:18 - Husband's health 26:44 - Mothering today 35:20 - Future of Not Young Show Links: Not Young Discount Code: SR69JVRINV Not Young. Better. podcast Not Young Instagram Down The Well Links: Check out Down The Well on ⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠ This episode on YouTube found ⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠ Elle's Substack - ⁠⁠https://substack.com/@ellerowley⁠⁠ Elle's Instagram - ⁠⁠instagram.com/ellerowley⁠ ----- About Down The Well: Motherhood should be full of joy and meaning. But it often isn't. Why is that? On Down the Well, Elle Rowley, talks through the mother's hero's journey, and why it's different from the one you might have learned in school or books. Unlike the traditional hero's journey, mothers have to descend into the depths of their own soul. No one comes out of motherhood the same, and with the right perspective and resources, we can make sure that transformation is for the better.
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    40 分
  • Stoic Motherhood: 6 Ancient Lessons Every Modern Mom Needs
    2025/05/21
    Episode 9: Motherhood can feel like a storm—loud, chaotic, and completely overwhelming. But what if the key to peace isn’t fixing the storm... but learning how to stand still within it? In this episode of Down the Well, Elle dives into six timeless Stoic principles that can transform the way you approach parenting. These lessons offer clarity, peace, and strength for the mother. Take a listen... Timestamps: 01:22 - What is Stoicism 01:59 - Principle #1 04:40 - Principle #2 05:32 - Principle #3 06:15 - Principle #4 07:54 - Mantras 08:30 - Principle #5 10:40 - Principle #6 Down The Well Links: Check out Down The Well on ⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠ This episode on YouTube found ⁠⁠here⁠⁠ Elle's Substack - ⁠https://substack.com/@ellerowley⁠ Elle's Instagram - ⁠instagram.com/ellerowley⁠ ----- About Down The Well: Motherhood should be full of joy and meaning. But it often isn't. Why is that? On Down the Well, Elle Rowley, talks through the mother's hero's journey, and why it's different from the one you might have learned in school or books. Unlike the traditional hero's journey, mothers have to descend into the depths of their own soul. No one comes out of motherhood the same, and with the right perspective and resources, we can make sure that transformation is for the better.
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    13 分
  • How To Stop Overreacting As A Mom (And What To Do Instead)
    2025/05/10
    Episode 8: On the path of the mother's hero's journey, we are often confronted with challenges. As we strive to navigate these obstacles with open-heartedness, curiosity, and humility, sometimes we fall short and allow our emotions to take control. A certified life coach, Elle teaches proven and practical techniques for on-the-spot emotional regulation that will help any mom become the person she wants to be. Take a listen... Timestamps: 00:21 - Understanding the Mother's Hero's Journey 01:26 - Challenges and Emotions in Motherhood 06:13 - Tools for Self-Coaching: The 1-2-3 Approach 16:02 - Thought Model - CTFAR 27:53 - Conclusion and Final Thoughts Down The Well Links: Episode 2 with Lisa Marchiano here & on YouTube Check out Down The Well on ⁠YouTube⁠ This episode on YouTube found ⁠here⁠ Elle's Substack - https://substack.com/@ellerowley Elle's Instagram - instagram.com/ellerowley ----- About Down The Well: Motherhood should be full of joy and meaning. But it often isn't. Why is that? On Down the Well, Elle Rowley, talks through the mother's hero's journey, and why it's different from the one you might have learned in school or books. Unlike the traditional hero's journey, mothers have to descend into the depths of their own soul. No one comes out of motherhood the same, and with the right perspective and resources, we can make sure that transformation is for the better.
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    29 分
  • Has Science Proved That Homeschooling Is Better? | Liz Black
    2025/04/23
    Episode 7: Education is an essential part of parenting. Yet, the decision of how to best educate your children when you're down the proverbial well may feel overwhelming from the number of options, the best fit for each child, or frustration with your current situation. Elle speaks with Liz Black, an education specialist and consultant, about the benefits of homebased schooling. Take a listen... Timestamps: 03:15 - why homeschool is gaining popularity 09:40 - homeschool vs. homebased education 14:06 - what and how to teach 15:43 - will my child get into college with a homeschool education 16:55 - will my child fall behind 18:32 - phases of learning 24:12 - enough socialization 26:40 - extra curricular activities 28:15 - where to start homeschooling 28:58 - can I work and homeschool 30:31 - can families without financial resources homeschool 33:43 - what if I mess this homeschool thing up 39:29 - markers of success 47:17 - what if you're feeling homeschool is not hitting the mark Down The Well Links: Alcott Learning Check out Down The Well on YouTube This episode on YouTube found here Elle's Substack - substack.com/@ellerowley Elle's Instagram - instagram.com/ellerowley ----- About Down The Well: Motherhood should be full of joy and meaning. But it often isn't. Why is that? On Down the Well, Elle Rowley, talks through the mother's hero's journey, and why it's different from the one you might have learned in school or books. Unlike the traditional hero's journey, mothers have to descend into the depths of their own soul. No one comes out of motherhood the same, and with the right perspective and resources, we can make sure that transformation is for the better.
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    54 分
  • 5 Life-Changing Matriarch Secrets from Grandma Moses
    2025/04/09
    Episode 6: In our pursuit of a meaningful life, perhaps the answers we seek are found in the past. In this episode of Down The Well, Elle talks about the 5 life-changing lessons from the well known American matriarch, Grandma Moses. Find out how this humble woman led a life of pure inspiration. Take a listen... Timestamps: 08:42 - Lesson #1 15:57 - Lesson #2 22:46 - Lesson #3 29:29 - Lesson #4 34:05 - Lesson #5 Down The Well Links: Check out Down The Well on YouTube This episode on YouTube found here Elle's Substack - substack.com/@ellerowley Elle's Instagram - instagram.com/ellerowley ----- About Down The Well: Motherhood should be full of joy and meaning. But it often isn't. Why is that? On Down the Well, Elle Rowley, talks through the mother's hero's journey, and why it's different from the one you might have learned in school or books. Unlike the traditional hero's journey, mothers have to descend into the depths of their own soul. No one comes out of motherhood the same, and with the right perspective and resources, we can make sure that transformation is for the better.
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    41 分
  • The REAL Reason 47% of Women Don’t Want Children
    2025/03/26
    Episode 5: We are so afraid of aging - just think about all the anti-aging products, procedures, and plans. This cultural obsession with youthfulness is taking over the female journey of maiden to mother to matriarch. Elle discusses the importance of this journey and how each female archetype enlightens, inspires and helps us evolve as women. Take a listen... Timestamps: 03:28 - The Maiden 06:58 - The Mother 16:33 - The Matriarch Links: Down The Well Links: Check out Down The Well on YouTube This episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/miYICSde6Q4 Elle's Substack - substack.com/@ellerowley Elle's Instagram - instagram.com/ellerowley ----- About Down The Well: Motherhood should be full of joy and meaning. But it often isn't. Why is that? On Down the Well, Elle Rowley, talks through the mother's hero's journey, and why it's different from the one you might have learned in school or books. Unlike the traditional hero's journey, mothers have to descend into the depths of their own soul. No one comes out of motherhood the same, and with the right perspective and resources, we can make sure that transformation is for the better.
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    27 分
  • We Paid Our Kids To Go Sugar-Free For A Year | The Results
    2025/03/12
    Episode 4: The addiction to sugar is real. It affects how we think and feel. So, Elle and her family took on the challenge of one year without sugar. Listen to how they did it, the challenges, the benefits and more. Links: Down The Well Links: Check out Down The Well on YouTube This episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/miYICSde6Q4 Elle's Substack - substack.com/@ellerowley Elle's Instagram - instagram.com/ellerowley ----- About Down The Well: Motherhood should be full of joy and meaning. But it often isn't. Why is that? On Down the Well, Elle Rowley, talks through the mother's hero's journey, and why it's different from the one you might have learned in school or books. Unlike the traditional hero's journey, mothers have to descend into the depths of their own soul. No one comes out of motherhood the same, and with the right perspective and resources, we can make sure that transformation is for the better.
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    33 分
  • Why Your 'Self-Care' Makes You Feel WORSE | 7 Better Options for Moms
    2025/03/01
    Episode 3: What is true self-care? What does it mean to a mother? On this episode of Down The Well, Elle explores the meaning of true self-care and not simply the distractions or indulgences that the world offers. Take a listen to the suggestions she gives mothers to help them live their best life. Links: Yoga Nidra Videos The Fourth Trimester: A Postpartum Guide to Healing Your Body, Balancing Your Emotions, and Restoring Your Vitality Down The Well Links: Check out Down The Well on YouTube This episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/miYICSde6Q4 Elle's Substack - substack.com/@ellerowley Elle's Instagram - instagram.com/ellerowley ----- About Down The Well: Motherhood should be full of joy and meaning. But it often isn't. Why is that? On Down the Well, Elle Rowley, talks through the mother's hero's journey, and why it's different from the one you might have learned in school or books. Unlike the traditional hero's journey, mothers have to descend into the depths of their own soul. No one comes out of motherhood the same, and with the right perspective and resources, we can make sure that transformation is for the better.
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    39 分