# mend — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 3 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover mend. Page: Feed: --- ## [Enduring Change Through Three Breaths \[with Guest, Lindsay Swoboda\]](https://kristinvanderlip.substack.com/p/enduring-change-through-three-breaths) _2026-08-15 · Kristin Vanderlip · The Mending_ Journal Prompt (No. 86): On Community, Presence, and Love ## [#186: Not Just Your Summer Packet: Creative Summer Reading and Math for Children](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/torn/episodes/186-Not-Just-Your-Summer-Packet-Creative-Summer-Reading-and-Math-for-Children-e3n88ac) _2026-08-12 · Torn · Torn: Finding a Mom Life Balance_ Summer learning doesn't have to look like worksheets. The best lessons often happen through curiosity, play, and everyday life. This week, Athena and Mims share creative ways to keep reading and math alive over summer break—without turning them into chores. From researching the perfect family dog and budgeting expenses to board games, baking, geography, libraries, and following your child's… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/8cc9680/podcast/play/124051212/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-7-11%2F429605849-44100-2-31e9d8a9ef30d.mp3) ## [Episode 184: Bedtime Battles: Surviving Summer Nights](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/torn/episodes/Episode-184-Bedtime-Battles-Surviving-Summer-Nights-e3mntk7) _2026-07-30 · Torn · Torn: Finding a Mom Life Balance_ Summer break brings freedom, flexibility… and bedtime battles. This week, Athena and Mims unpack the challenge of balancing late summer nights with the routines everyone needs to thrive. From teenagers staying up until 1:00 a.m. to younger kids catching a “second wind,” they explore how every family can find a rhythm that works without letting comparison steal the joy of summer. The sisters… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/8cc9680/podcast/play/123515975/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-6-30%2F428880396-44100-2-0604e7db2d2e3.mp3) ## [REPLAY #160: Your Summer Toolkit — Supplies, Sanity & Structure](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/torn/episodes/REPLAY-160-Your-Summer-Toolkit--Supplies--Sanity--Structure-e3m3lgf) _2026-07-15 · Torn · Torn: Finding a Mom Life Balance_ Revisiting a previous episode from May 2025! In Episode 160 of Torn: Finding a Mom-Life Balance , Athena and Mims return for the second installment of their summer planning series, equipping the Torn Tribe with a practical and heartfelt Summer Toolkit designed to support families in three core areas: Supplies, Sanity, and Structure. 🧠 Torn Thought: “Preparedness brings presence. Let’s enjoy the… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/8cc9680/podcast/play/122852303/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-6-15%2F427981483-44100-2-194ffb01fc0e4.mp3) ## [I want to learn the names of things](https://kristinvanderlip.substack.com/p/i-want-to-learn-the-names-of-things) _2026-07-08 · Kristin Vanderlip · The Mending_ A prose poem about noticing and naming, curiosity and intimacy ## [Summer Mending Events](https://salvagestudio.substack.com/p/summer-mending-events) _2026-07-07 · Audrey · Salvage Studio SF_ West Marin Pop-Ups, July Mend Club, Full Denim Tune-Ups ## [Prompt: "When a storm comes, where does your heart run?" \[Tess Guinery\]](https://kristinvanderlip.substack.com/p/prompt-when-a-storm-comes-where-does) _2026-07-05 · Kristin Vanderlip · The Mending_ Journal Prompt (No. 83): Write "yourself some true things, some soft landings, soft places for your heart to go." ## [#183: Legacy Interview with Zeke & Sophie Grace](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/torn/episodes/183-Legacy-Interview-with-Zeke--Sophie-Grace-e3lhtip) _2026-07-02 · Torn · Torn: Finding a Mom Life Balance_ Legacy comes alive when we ask questions, listen closely, and make space for the stories our elders carry. In this special episode, Zeke and Sophie Grace join Torn for a legacy interview after speaking with their grandpas. From childhood memories in Jamaica and Chicago to hard work, patience, perseverance, retirement, karate, family businesses, and life lessons, their conversations remind us that… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/8cc9680/podcast/play/122270745/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-6-2%2F427201115-44100-2-a3b6430359899.mp3) ## [Showing Up When Life Gets You Down](https://kristinvanderlip.substack.com/p/showing-up-when-life-gets-you-down) _2026-06-28 · Kristin Vanderlip · The Mending_ Two prose pieces for perseverance ## [#182: Legacy Starts at Home](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/torn/episodes/182-Legacy-Starts-at-Home-e3l0rf1) _2026-06-19 · Torn · Torn: Finding a Mom Life Balance_ Legacy is not just something we leave behind—it is something we build every day through our stories, values, relationships, traditions, and the way we show up for one another. In this episode, Athena and Mims reflect on the legacies that shaped them, from the strength of abuelas to the family stories, cultural traditions, faith, food, and lessons that continue to ground them. Inspired by themes… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/8cc9680/podcast/play/121711521/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-5-19%2F426453653-44100-2-f6d086278fbba.mp3) ## [Ship software peacefully (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/ITdjogzE8LCL) _2026-06-19 · **Sponsored**_ Connect your repo and deploy instantly — Railway handles config, scaling, and monitoring. ## [Prompt: What Does Success (and Failure) Mean to You?](https://kristinvanderlip.substack.com/p/prompt-what-does-success-and-failure) _2026-06-06 · Kristin Vanderlip · The Mending_ Journal Prompt (No. 82): An Invitation to Reframe and Reclaim How You Define Success ## [#181: The Power of a Pause](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/torn/episodes/181-The-Power-of-a-Pause-e3k7qg4) _2026-06-03 · Torn · Torn: Finding a Mom Life Balance_ What happens when life is filled with so much goodness that you can no longer keep up with it? After an intentional break from the podcast, Athena and Mims return to share the real reason behind their pause. Between milestones, caregiving, work, celebrations, leadership, and everyday responsibilities, they realized something important: sometimes our bodies arrive before our spirits do. In this… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/8cc9680/podcast/play/120891332/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-5-2%2F425355805-44100-2-5916c317c3545.mp3) ## [Pen & Mend Collective Doors Are Open!](https://kristinvanderlip.substack.com/p/pen-and-mend-collective-doors-are) _2026-05-31 · The Mending_ Let's Write Together This Summer, Join Us Over at P+M for June's Events ## [Books for the Creative Soul This Summer](https://kristinvanderlip.substack.com/p/books-for-the-creative-soul-this) _2026-05-27 · Kristin Vanderlip · The Mending_ Five Books on Creativity to Heal and Inspire Your Life ## [A "final" Pen & Mend community note from this space](https://kristinvanderlip.substack.com/p/a-final-community-note-from-this) _2026-05-19 · Kristin Vanderlip · The Mending_ And an invitation to join the next season of Pen & Mend! ## [The Healing Practice of Showing Up to the Page and the Art of Writing Word by Word](https://kristinvanderlip.substack.com/p/the-healing-practice-of-showing-up) _2026-05-13 · Kristin Vanderlip · The Mending_ \[TOMORROW 5/14\] A live, virtual writing workshop to (re)connect with your craft and (re)discover the joy of writing ## [Prompt: For If/When You Stop Believing In Yourself](https://kristinvanderlip.substack.com/p/prompt-if-you-stop-believing-in-yourself) _2026-05-09 · Kristin Vanderlip · The Mending_ Journal Prompt (No. 81) On Believing Mirrors + Mothering Voices ## [Books are re-open!](https://salvagestudio.substack.com/p/books-are-re-open) _2026-05-06 · Audrey · Salvage Studio SF_ Business Updates, Travel, Summer Mend Club ## [#180: Am I Burnt Out or Just Busy?](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/torn/episodes/180-Am-I-Burnt-Out-or-Just-Busy-e3i957c) _2026-04-22 · Torn · Torn: Finding a Mom Life Balance_ 🎙️ Episode Summary: Are you overwhelmed—or truly burnt out? In this episode, we break down the difference between normal stress and burnout, and how to recognize when your tank is truly empty. Busy vs. Burnout The invisible pressure of modern life. How burnout slowly creeps in ⚖️ Busy vs. Burnout Busy: Temporary stress, still motivated, rest helps Burnout: Constant depletion, no motivation, rest… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/8cc9680/podcast/play/118837932/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-3-22%2F422580469-44100-2-0965e853d8fbd.mp3) ## [#179: Stop Stressing Me! Series – Why Am I Always on the Edge?](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/torn/episodes/179-Stop-Stressing-Me--Series--Why-Am-I-Always-on-the-Edge-e3hmb6e) _2026-04-10 · Torn · Torn: Finding a Mom Life Balance_ 🎙️ Show Notes: In this episode, we we kickoff a series on stress by unpacking the invisible mental load of parenting, the pressure to “do it all,” and the societal systems that make it harder than it should be. From school schedules to work demands to self-imposed expectations—we’re naming it all and finding a path back to peace. 🔥 What We’re Talking About The invisible mental load parents carry… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/8cc9680/podcast/play/118221454/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-6-15%2F427979184-44100-2-b4a2f9d4fdc2f.mp3) ## [Meet Claude, an AI assistant (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/kt4x4UlyZU8I) _2026-04-10 · **Sponsored**_ Chat with Claude at claude.ai — a conversational AI assistant. ## [🎙️#178 Slaying the Giants: Interview with Tom Ramsey](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/torn/episodes/178-Slaying-the-Giants-Interview-with-Tom-Ramsey-e3guar6) _2026-03-25 · Torn · Torn: Finding a Mom Life Balance_ ✨ Episode Summary This week on Torn: Finding a Mom-Life Balance, we continue our bullying series with special guest Tom Ramsey, a conflict resolution specialist and author of Slaying the Giants: The ABCs to Stop A Bully. Through personal stories and practical tools, we unpack how bullying impacts both children and adults—and how building confidence, awareness, and communication can change… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/8cc9680/podcast/play/117434662/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-2-25%2F420709163-44100-2-991b85c5e33f7.mp3) ## [#177: Part 2: Mixed Feelings- When Bullying Brings Up More Than One Emotion](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/torn/episodes/177-Part-2-Mixed-Feelings--When-Bullying-Brings-Up-More-Than-One-Emotion-e3gah60) _2026-03-12 · Torn · Torn: Finding a Mom Life Balance_ Bullying does not just affect the child in the moment. It stirs up a whole wave of emotions for everyone involved — denial, disbelief, anger, sadness, guilt, and even confusion. In this episode, Athena and Mims continue the bullying series by unpacking the mixed feelings that surface when bullying hits close to home. They reflect on how bullying can show up in schools, workplaces, families, and… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/8cc9680/podcast/play/116785792/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-2-12%2F419829944-44100-2-bf80da00db861.mp3) ## [In the home (mending) stretch](https://salvagestudio.substack.com/p/in-the-home-mending-stretch) _2025-11-14 · Audrey · Salvage Studio SF_ 48 days till the new year and only 73 repairs to go! ## [Fall Into Mending](https://salvagestudio.substack.com/p/fall-into-mending) _2025-10-07 · Audrey · Salvage Studio SF_ More workshops and gift ideas..is it holiday season already!? ## [Salvage Studio SF Turns 4!?!](https://salvagestudio.substack.com/p/salvage-studio-sf-turns-4) _2025-09-25 · Audrey · Salvage Studio SF_ the story of how I unintentionally created my dream business ## [The Season of Sweater Repair](https://salvagestudio.substack.com/p/the-season-of-sweater-repair) _2025-09-08 · Audrey · Salvage Studio SF_ repair 'em while it's summer in SF (or learn to mend 'em yourself!) ## [New Drop off Locations!](https://salvagestudio.substack.com/p/new-drop-off-locations) _2025-08-14 · Audrey · Salvage Studio SF_ and vote on the next sweater repair class date ## [Events Galore! Upcoming Mending Opportunities](https://salvagestudio.substack.com/p/events-galore-upcoming-mending-opportunities) _2025-06-10 · Audrey · Salvage Studio SF_ Learn to mend or get your repairs done on the spot ## [Sweater Repair Workshop @ Gravel and Gold](https://salvagestudio.substack.com/p/sweater-repair-workshop-gravel-and) _2025-05-20 · Audrey · Salvage Studio SF_ Moths suck...let's fix those hole-y sweaters ## [Every Channel. One Login. (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/lNyiT1cCcHXh) _2025-05-20 · **Sponsored**_ 17,000+ live channels, movies and sports on any device. Free trial, no IP lock. ## [Got Hole-y Jeans, Moth Eaten Sweaters?](https://salvagestudio.substack.com/p/got-hole-y-jeans-moth-eaten-sweaters) _2025-04-09 · Audrey · Salvage Studio SF_ It's Earth month...let's tackle that mending pile!