The Thoughtful Advocate

By Elizabeth Teo

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Episodes: 53

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The Thoughtful Advocate is more than just a podcast—it’s a movement for those who care about the planet, social change, and personal healing. Whether you’re feeling alone, wondering if change is possible, or looking for hope in a world that often feels overwhelming, this space is for you. We highlight the people making a difference for Mother Nature, advocate for justice, and share stories of resilience—because healing is possible, both for ourselves and the world. A big part of that healing is reconnecting with our inner child so we can create a better future, not just for ourselves but for the generations to come. As a Chinese American passionate about sustainability, I also aim to bring diverse voices into the conversation. If you’re ready to heal, grow, and leave the world better than you found it—all while having fun—you’re in the right place.

Episode Date
EP 53: What Turning 30 Changed for Me: Budget Finds, Birthday Reflections & Growing Pains
May 12, 2026
EP 52: I Turned 30 and Everything Changed | Motherhood, Healing, Identity & Starting Over
May 05, 2026
EP 51: Your Brain on Motherhood: The Science of Identity Transformation Every Mom Needs to Know
Apr 14, 2026
EP 50: Every First Hasn't Happened Yet: On Newborns, New Chapters, and the Family I Always Prayed For
Apr 07, 2026
EP 49: I Was Codependent in a Healthy Relationship, Here's How I Healed | The Thoughtful Advocate
Mar 31, 2026
EP 48: Why I Stopped Being the Nice Girl: Boundaries, Pregnancy, and Childcare That Let Me Down
Mar 24, 2026
EP 47: I Cut My Toddler's Bangs Too Short | 38 Weeks Pregnant, C-Section Prep + Life Updates
Mar 17, 2026
EP 46: 30 Flirty & Thriving: Why Your Thirties Are Better Than Your Twenties (Science Backs It Up)
Mar 10, 2026
EP 45: Maternal Mental Health 2026: Why Therapy Before Baby Arrives Is Crucial + Postpartum Depression Statistics Every Mom Should Know
Mar 03, 2026
EP 44: What No One Tells You About Labor & Delivery Nurses (+ How to Build Your Village for Two Under Two)
Feb 24, 2026
EP 43: Baby Shower Ideas 2026: Sustainable Party Favors, Intimate Celebrations & Top Games (Diaper Pong, Kahoot)
Feb 17, 2026
EP 42: I Felt Like I Peaked in High School: Navigating Your 20s Quarter Life Crisis
Feb 10, 2026
EP 41: 35 Weeks Pregnant Update: Scheduled C-Section, Maternity Leave & Getting Organized | Third Trimester Reality
Feb 03, 2026
Ep 40: How Having Kids Changed Our Marriage: Real Talk About Postpartum, Sleep Deprivation & Relationship Struggles
Jan 27, 2026
EP 39: Are You Too Nice? The Truth About People Pleasing, Trauma Response & How to Stop
Jan 20, 2026
EP 38: 2 Under 2: My Honest Thoughts Before Baby #2 Arrives | Mom of Two Reality Check
Jan 13, 2026
EP 37: Finding the Perfect Nanny in 2026: Our Journey Plus Baby #2 Updates & Family Life Goals
Jan 06, 2026
EP 36: The Brutal Truth About First Year Motherhood: My 2025 Reality Check
Dec 30, 2025
EP 35: Why Rest Is the Most Productive Thing You Can Do: A Mother's Journey Through Sickness and Self Care
Dec 23, 2025
EP 34: What I Wish I'd Known Before My Baby Got Sick: Must-Have Essentials Every New Parent Needs
Dec 16, 2025
EP 33: $10 Facebook Marketplace Baby Haul + Flying with Baby: Money Saving Tips for New Parents
Dec 09, 2025
EP 32: How to Save Thousands on Baby Items: Smart Parent's Guide
Dec 02, 2025
Ep 31: Working Mom Burnout - When Your Nanny Quits and You're Failing at Everything | 10 Month Baby Separation Anxiety
Nov 25, 2025
EP30: Going Back to Work After Baby: Surviving Separation Anxiety, Mom Guilt & the Hardest First Week (Real Parent Story)
Nov 18, 2025
EP29:Modern Fatherhood Revolution: How Millennial and Gen Z Dads Are Transforming Parenting and Family Dynamics
Nov 11, 2025
EP28: Why Nordic Kids Play Outside in Freezing Weather (And Why Your Baby Should Too)
Nov 04, 2025
EP27: Child Labor: From 7-Year-Olds in Mines to 160 Million Children Today | The Dark History No One Talks About
Oct 28, 2025
EP26: Sustainable Living Reality Check: Electric Mowers, Baby Food Prep & Environmental Wins | The Thoughtful Advocate
Oct 21, 2025
EP25: Political Prisoners Freed & Ocean Cleanup Wins: Good News You Didn't Hear About (Plus Thanksgiving Vibes & One Piece Symphony Review)
Oct 14, 2025
EP24: Why Marrying Your Best Friend Creates Lasting Love | Environmental Wins & Fall Culture Picks
Oct 07, 2025
EP23: Good News in 2025: Renewable Energy Wins, Child Labor Reform & Gun Safety Progress | Positive News Podcast
Sep 30, 2025
EP22: How to Break Into Sustainability Careers: Real Stories From Environmental Jobs (No Perfect Path Required)
Sep 23, 2025
EP21: Breaking Free from Perfectionism and People Pleasing: A Trauma Survivor's Guide
Sep 16, 2025
EP20: Breaking Barriers in Climate Activism: How Queer BIPOC Voices Are Changing Environmentalism with Queer Brown Vegan - Isaias Hernandez
Sep 09, 2025
EP19: What Are the Benefits of Having Children? A First-Time Mom's Honest Answer to Google's Most Asked Parenting Questions
Sep 02, 2025
EP18: Climate Hope: How Microsoft, Patagonia & Small Apps Are Winning the Sustainability Game
Aug 26, 2025
EP17: From Fast Fashion to Indigenous Artisans: How Niha Elety Built a Sustainable Fashion Empire While Working 9-5 as a Biomedical Engineer
Aug 19, 2025
EP16: Breaking the 'Good Girl' Mold: How Katy Ho Went from Shrinking Herself to Building the Bad Asian Movement
Aug 12, 2025
Ep15: Living on a Wildlife Reserve: How Eugenia Chow Redefines Climate Action Without a Science Degree
Aug 05, 2025
EP14: From Actress to Authentic Creator: Christine Lan's ( Eco-Amical) Journey to Slow Living, Healing, and True Representation
Jul 29, 2025
EP13: From High School Robotics to State Government: How Kelly Nguyen is Changing Policy from the Inside
Jul 22, 2025
EP12: Should You Have Kids Part 2: Breastfeeding, Sleep Loss & Relationship Reality Check
Jul 15, 2025
EP11: Should You Have Kids? P1 My Raw Birth Story & C-Section Recovery Reality Check
Jul 08, 2025
EP10: How to Stay Present While Building Your Dreams: The Power of Rest and Trusting the Process
Jul 01, 2025
EP09: The Science of Loneliness: Why We Choose to Be Alone & How It Shapes Us
Jun 24, 2025
Ep08: Trauma-Based Perfectionism - How Childhood Abuse Shaped My Need to Be Perfect
Jun 17, 2025
EP07: Breaking Free from Toxic Family: How to Set Boundaries When Choosing Yourself Feels Like Betrayal
Jun 10, 2025
EP06: The Summer I Almost Didn't Survive: My Story of Depression, Suicide, and a Second Chance at Life
Jun 03, 2025
EP05: Why I Cut Off My Family: Breaking Generational Trauma
May 27, 2025
EP04: How Sustainable Tourism Can Save Our Planet | Hidden Gem in Mexico You Need to Visit 🌿
May 20, 2025
EP 03: Ripped from Our Babies: How the System Fails Moms
May 13, 2025
Ep 02: Eco-Themed Films You’ll Actually Enjoy
May 06, 2025
EP 01: From Zero Waste Cutie to The Thoughtful Advocate: A New Chapter Begins
Apr 29, 2025