MM569- Moms Are People Too (Part 2)  is a reminder that behind the courage and the “I’ve got this” exterior are women who sometimes feel unsure, scared, and in need of reassurance themselves. In this Part 2 episode with my daughter, Mackenzie, we talk about the quiet truth no one says out loud: just because a mom does brave things doesn’t mean she has it all figured out. Like everyone else, it’s her first time here—and she’s learning as she goes, too.

Thanks for being on the show, Mackenzie Scotti!

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Fear isn’t weakness or failure—it’s human. In this Part 1 of a 2 Part episode, I speak with my daughter, Mackenzie, about what happens when you stop fighting fear and let it exist without shame – even in front of your child. 

When you don’t hide, pretend, or mask—and choose to show up real instead—something powerful shifts. Vulnerability becomes connection. Honesty becomes comfort. And in the process, you don’t just free yourself… you empower the people watching you do it. 

Welcome to the show, Mackenzie Scotti. 

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We Deserve to Be Who We’ve Always Been.

And chances are, you know exactly who that is. It’s the picture of yourself that’s burned into your memory. It’s that “thing” everyone always associates with you. Listen to an excerpt from the book Lynette wrote and is trying to get published that tells the story of how John and Lynette met, that shows that who they’ve been is who they still are. Listen in and explore further what this means for you. 

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It’s hard staying committed to a big goal when the work is isolating. The conversation with John continues as we talk about the gift of tough love. 

If you’re working toward something meaningful, this episode is a reminder that finding the right support system can make all the difference in seeing your vision through.

Let’s get into it. 

 #Motivation #Inspiration #Passion #Podcast #Writing

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What happens when someone you love feels called to something big — and you’re the one asked to support it?

Welcome to Motivate Me! with Lynette Renda. In today’s episode, my husband joins me for an honest conversation about the vision behind my journey to travel 50 states in 90 days and the book that came from it.

We talk about how the idea was born, his role in bringing it to life, and the very real fears and concerns he had about me leaving on a long journey — especially with two women I didn’t know at the time.

This episode is for anyone chasing a big dream, loving someone who is, or trying to balance faith, fear, and purpose in real life.

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Season Five, Episode One of Motivate Me! with Lynette Renda“What If This Is Your Moment?” — opens the season with an invitation to pause, reflect, and consider what’s possible. In this episode, Lynette encourages listeners to step into a life that feels more exciting and meaningful, while sharing her current quest of bringing her book to publication—born from a powerful journey across all 50 states in 90 days.

This episode is about courage, timing, and saying yes to what’s calling you now.

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