
Beyond Motherhood Summit Speaker Highlight - Alex Gohla
About this episode
In this episode of The Mostly Under Control Podcast, host Melanie O'Reilly-Rogers chats with Alexandria Gohla, owner of Bluebird Counseling in Naperville, Illinois. Alex shares her journey in counseling, her passion for yoga, and her excitement about leading a gentle yoga session at the Beyond Motherhood Summit in January 2025.
Together, they dive into the pressures moms face, the importance of self-compassion, and how simple practices like yoga and mindfulness can create calm in the chaos of motherhood. Alex also opens up about her favorite mantra, “It’s okay to not be okay,” and the vital role of friendships in supporting moms through challenges.
Get a sneak peek at Alex’s upcoming yoga session at the summit, where she’ll guide attendees through a restorative flow designed to ground, connect, and recharge. Whether you’re new to yoga or looking for simple ways to add mindfulness to your day, this episode is full of inspiration and encouragement. Don’t miss it!
🎧 Tune in to learn how to embrace imperfection and build confidence in motherhood, one breath at a time.
Link to purchase tickets and a schedule of the summit: https://landingpages.mostlyundercontrol.com/summit2025
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