Welcome to Barb Knows Best™, the podcast! I'm your co-host, Michelle Maros, and along with my dear mother, Barb, who is most commonly known as Peaceful Barb™, w...
This week on Barb Knows Best, Barb and Michelle honor the memory of Melody Beattie, a teacher and guide who profoundly impacted so many. Her wisdom, shared through her books and teachings, is a beacon. In this revisited episode, Barb and Michelle reflect on one of her most influential works, Codependent No More, and discuss how it helped them release codependency and build healthier, more empowering relationships. References Mentioned in Today’s Podcast:Codependent No More by Melody BeattieCodependency by Psychology TodayBreaking This Pattern Changed My Relationships by Michelle MarosFollow us @MichelleMaros and @Peaceful_Barb and share your experiences with us @BarbKnowsBestPod or at Michellemaros.com/podcast. You can also find us on Substack at Love Notes by Michelle Maros and Peaceful Mind Peaceful Life.Click here for Barb’s book, The Practice. This episode is sponsored by Factor, TruDiagnostic, & Happy Mammoth.Factor’s fresh, chef-prepared meals take the guesswork out of eating healthy. Every meal uses thoughtfully sourced ingredients with no hormones, antibiotics, GMOs, or additives. Head over to factormeals.com/factorpodcast to get 50% off your first box, plus 20% off your next month.Discover Happy Mammoth's nature-inspired custom formulas for women's hormone and gut health. Try Hormone Harmony a natural formula intended to reduce hormonal symptoms in women of all ages. Visit happymammoth.com and use code BARBKNOWSBEST for 15% off your entire first order today!Think about it, what would it be like to know exactly how your lifestyle is impacting your body? TruDiagnostic makes it easy to get started, offering simple, actionable insights that you can use right away. Right now, our listeners can get 20% off their entire order at trudiagnostic.com by using the code BARBKNOWSBEST at checkout. Plus, if you subscribe, you’ll get an additional 20% off the 50% discount.Our Sponsors:* Check out Factor: https://factormeals.com/factorpodcast* Check out Happy Mammoth and use my code BARBKNOWSBEST for a great deal: https://happymammoth.com* Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code BARBKNOWSBEST for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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Ep. 158 - Stop Settling: Step Into the Life You Deserve
In this week's all-new episode, Barb and Michelle tackle the tricky and subtle dynamic of settling. They share their personal perspectives on shifting their mindsets from settling to fully owning it. They share personal struggles with breaking free from self-doubt, elevating standards, and trusting that the right things will come at the right time. Not settling isn’t just about getting what you want, it’s about believing in yourself enough to wait for it.If you’ve ever felt stuck, unsure, or afraid to ask for more, this episode is for you. Key takeaways from this episode:Let Go of "Good Enough" – Settling for the bare minimum or something that almost fits your needs can lead to resentment. What you welcome into your life should align with your worth—because you deserve it.The Power of Reflection – Take time to check in with yourself. Where are you feeling unaligned? What do you truly desire? Quiet moments of reflection help reveal where you may be settling instead of honoring your worth.Prioritize Yourself – When you put your peace, joy, and well-being first, making choices that align with your dreams and standards becomes second nature. Self-love isn’t selfish—it’s essential.Celebrate Your Growth – Every experience has taught you something valuable. Forgive yourself for the past, embrace the lessons, and trust that you are always evolving toward your best life.Follow us @MichelleMaros and @Peaceful_Barb and share your experiences with us @BarbKnowsBestPod or at Michellemaros.com/podcast. You can also find us on Substack at Love Notes by Michelle Maros and Peaceful Mind Peaceful Life.Click here for Barb’s book, The Practice. This episode is sponsored by Factor, Medik8, TruDiagnostic, & Happy Mammoth.Factor’s fresh, chef-prepared meals take the guesswork out of eating healthy. Every meal uses thoughtfully sourced ingredients with no hormones, antibiotics, GMOs, or additives. Head over to factormeals.com/factorpodcast to get 50% off your first box, plus 20% off your next month.Medik8 is an award-winning, age-defying skincare brand. Medik8 combines medical-grade efficacy with cutting-edge skincare innovation.Visit us.medik8.com to learn more and use code BARB20 for 20% off your first order!Discover Happy Mammoth's nature-inspired custom formulas for women's hormone and gut health. Try Hormone Harmony a natural formula intended to reduce hormonal symptoms in women of all ages. Visit happymammoth.com and use code BARBKNOWSBEST for 15% off your entire first order today!Think about it, what would it be like to know exactly how your lifestyle is impacting your body? TruDiagnostic makes it easy to get started, offering simple, actionable insights that you can use right away. Right now, our listeners can get 20% off their entire order at trudiagnostic.com by using the code BARBKNOWSBEST at checkout. Plus, if you subscribe, you’ll get an additional 20% off the 50% discount. Discover your TruAge today!Our Sponsors:* Check out Factor: https://factormeals.com/factorpodcast* Check out Happy Mammoth and use my code BARBKNOWSBEST for a great deal: https://happymammoth.com* Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code BARBKNOWSBEST for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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EP. 157 - Redefining the True Essence of Love
In the spirit of Valentine's Day, this week, Barb and Michelle take this holiday of love as reminder that real love comes in many forms. Some years, this day feels joyful and full of connection, while others, it may stir up longing or reflection. No matter where you are in your journey, one thing remains true: love isn’t limited to romance. It exists in the beauty of nature, the bond with your children, the kindness of a friend—but most importantly, in the love you give yourself.Love is a verb: it’s something we practice and infuse into everything we do. The more we cultivate self-love, the greater our capacity to share love with others. When we build a strong foundation within, we no longer seek external validation to feel whole. You are already complete and worthy. Key Takeaways from Today’s Episode:You are already complete and worthy. Stop searching for others to fulfill what is already within you. True love starts with self-acceptance.Love is a verb. It’s not just something we receive—it’s something we practice. Look for opportunities to spread love in your daily life, whether through kindness, gratitude, or simple acts of care.Self-love expands your capacity for love. When you nurture a strong foundation within, you create more space to give and receive love authentically.Love is all around you. It exists in nature, in the people who support you, and in the small, meaningful moments of life. You don’t have to define it—just allow yourself to feel and appreciate it.Follow us @MichelleMaros and @Peaceful_Barb and share your experiences with us @BarbKnowsBestPod or at Michellemaros.com/podcast. You can also find us on Substack at Love Notes by Michelle Maros and Peaceful Mind Peaceful Life.Click here for Barb’s book, The Practice. This episode is sponsored by Factor, Medik8, & Happy Mammoth.Factor’s fresh, chef-prepared meals take the guesswork out of eating healthy. Every meal uses thoughtfully sourced ingredients with no hormones, antibiotics, GMOs, or additives. Head over to factormeals.com/barbknowsbest50off to get 50% off your first box, plus 20% off your next month.Medik8 is an award-winning, age-defying skincare brand. Borne from years of clinical and consumer research, Elliot embarked upon a unique mission to deliver one simple customer promise: results without compromise. Medik8 combines medical-grade efficacy with cutting-edge skincare innovation.Visit us.medik8.com to learn more and use code BARB20 for 20% off your first order!Discover Happy Mammoth's nature-inspired custom formulas for women's hormone and gut health. Trusted by over 1.64 million customers from 33 countries. Try Hormone Harmony a natural formula intended to reduce hormonal symptoms in women of all ages. Visit happymammoth.com and use code BARBKNOWSBEST for 15% off your entire first order today!Our Sponsors:* Check out Factor: https://factormeals.com/factorpodcast* Check out Happy Mammoth and use my code BARBKNOWSBEST for a great deal: https://happymammoth.com* Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code BARBKNOWSBEST for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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Ep. 156 - Disrespect and Difficult People
Have you noticed that kindness, understanding, and patience feel harder to come by these days? You’re not alone! In a world that feels increasingly tense and on edge, it can be challenging to navigate interactions with difficult people while staying true to your own sense of peace.In this week's episode, Barb and Michelle dive into an important conversation: How do we handle disrespect? Many of us absorb negative encounters and allow them to impact our moods and mindsets—but we don’t have to. While we can’t control the external world, we can control our reactions and responses to it.In this powerful episode, we share our personalized emotional health toolkit to help you navigate difficult times, uncomfortable feelings, and challenging interactions. We share our practical tools and essential practices for staying grounded, emotionally regulated, and responding with compassion—even in the face of triggers and heightened emotions.It’s not always easy, and no one is perfect, but we hope that by listening to this episode, you’ll walk away with a few valuable tools to help you navigate life’s challenges with more ease and resilience.References in this week's show:The Four Agreements by don Miguel Ruiz.Follow us @MichelleMaros and @Peaceful_Barb and share your experiences with us @BarbKnowsBestPod or at Michellemaros.com/podcast. You can also find us on Substack at Love Notes by Michelle Maros and Peaceful Mind Peaceful Life.Click here for Barb’s book, The Practice. Don’t miss a thing, sign up for our newsletter, here!This episode is sponsored by Factor, Medik8, & Happy Mammoth.Factor’s fresh, chef-prepared meals take the guesswork out of eating healthy. Every meal uses thoughtfully sourced ingredients with no hormones, antibiotics, GMOs, or additives. Head over to factormeals.com/barbknowsbest50off to get 50% off your first box, plus 20% off your next month.Medik8 is an award-winning, age-defying skincare brand. Borne from years of clinical and consumer research, Elliot embarked upon a unique mission to deliver one simple customer promise: results without compromise. Medik8 combines medical-grade efficacy with cutting-edge skincare innovation.Visit us.medik8.com to learn more and use code BARB20 for 20% off your first order!Discover Happy Mammoth's nature-inspired custom formulas for women's hormone and gut health. Trusted by over 1.64 million customers from 33 countries. Try Hormone Harmony a natural formula intended to reduce hormonal symptoms in women of all ages. Visit happymammoth.com and use code BARBKNOWSBEST for 15% off your entire first order today!Our Sponsors:* Check out Factor: https://factormeals.com/factorpodcast* Check out Happy Mammoth and use my code BARBKNOWSBEST for a great deal: https://happymammoth.com* Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code BARBKNOWSBEST for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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Ep. 155 - Revisiting Ep. 47: Choosing Peace Amid Drama
This week, Barb and Michelle invite you to revisit a past episode with a timely message of managing difficult times and finding peace amid drama.Barb and Michelle unpack a quote that has been simmering in their minds, “Please let go of the habit of comforting people after they have harmed you” by Liana Naima. It’s easy for many of us to go into people pleasing mode to keep the peace in our relationships, but at what cost? Listen to learn their thoughts!Episode Notes:Give yourself space and allow yourself to sit in the uncomfortable and unfamiliar.Remember there is power in the space. You do not always need to be reactive, fix and comfort. Allow yourself that space to determine what is comfortable for you in that situation.Remember you are worthy of kind and loving relationships where you don’t have to fix things.Have at least one trustworthy person who you can talk to, and who will be unbiased and not judge you. Someone who will just listen.Be gentle, loving and caring with yourself while you learning, while you are growing, while you are healing and uncovering what’s underneath. References Mentioned in Today’s Podcast:Fear: Essential Wisdom for Getting Through the Storm by Thich Nhat Hanh Follow us @MichelleMaros and @Peaceful_Barb and share your experiences with us @BarbKnowsBestPod or at Michellemaros.com/podcast. You can also find us on Substack at Love Notes by Michelle Maros and Peaceful Mind Peaceful Life.Click here for Barb’s book, The Practice. Don’t miss a thing, sign up for our newsletter, here!This episode is sponsored by Factor, Medik8, & Happy Mammoth.Factor’s fresh, chef-prepared meals take the guesswork out of eating healthy. Every meal uses thoughtfully sourced ingredients with no hormones, antibiotics, GMOs, or additives. Head over to factormeals.com/barbknowsbest50off to get 50% off your first box, plus 20% off your next month.Medik8 is an award-winning, age-defying skincare brand. Borne from years of clinical and consumer research, Elliot embarked upon a unique mission to deliver one simple customer promise: results without compromise. Medik8 combines medical-grade efficacy with cutting-edge skincare innovation.Visit us.medik8.com to learn more and use code BARB20 for 20% off your first order!Discover Happy Mammoth's nature-inspired custom formulas for women's hormone and gut health. Trusted by over 1.64 million customers from 33 countries. Try Hormone Harmony a natural formula intended to reduce hormonal symptoms in women of all ages. Visit happymammoth.com and use code BARBKNOWSBEST for 15% off your entire first order today!Our Sponsors:* Check out Factor: https://factormeals.com/factorpodcast* Check out Happy Mammoth and use my code BARBKNOWSBEST for a great deal: https://happymammoth.com* Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code BARBKNOWSBEST for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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