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- Summer Replay Series: Throughout the summer, I'm revisiting some of the most impactful conversations from the Single Parent Reset podcast. Whether you're listening for the first time or coming back to it, I hope this episode gives you the support, reassurance and practical tools you need today.
Feeling overwhelmed juggling work, parenting, and household responsibilities? You're not alone. In this episode of Single Parent Reset, we dive into practical strategies to help single parents find clarity in their careers and achieve a sustainable work-life balance.
Learn how to identify your values, reassess your job situation, and take actionable steps to create a work-life routine that aligns with your family’s needs. Whether you're struggling with job dissatisfaction, financial stress, or the guilt of not spending enough time with your kids, this episode offers insights and real-life solutions to help you take back control.
Tune in for expert advice and relatable experiences to help you build a career and life you love as a single parent.
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Email: orla@solascoaching.com SUMMER REPLAY | Breaking Stereotypes: A Conversation with Roisin O’Donnell, Author of Nesting
10/08/2026 | 47 mins.Summer Replay Series: Throughout the summer, I'm revisiting some of the most impactful conversations from the Single Parent Reset podcast. Whether you're listening for the first time or coming back to it, I hope this episode gives you the support, reassurance and practical tools you need today.
This episode features author Roisin O’Donnell, who shares the inspiration behind her acclaimed novel, Nesting. Roisin talks about what motivated her to write the book, how she balanced the demands of writing with single parenthood and a full-time job, and her commitment to portraying the true realities faced by single parents especially those navigating coercive control and temporary accommodation.
The conversation also explores single parenthood more broadly, challenging outdated stereotypes, addressing the everyday logistics and emotional complexities, and highlighting the connections that can form between single parents. Roisin also discusses the strength and joy children bring, the importance of finding time for you, and ways to seek support. This episode offers honest insights and encouragement for anyone interested in authentic and hopeful storytelling about single parenthood.
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Email: orla@solascoaching.comSUMMER REPLAY | Managing Anger as a Single Parent: Practical Steps to Regain Control
03/08/2026 | 18 mins.Summer Replay Series: Throughout the summer, I'm revisiting some of the most impactful conversations from the Single Parent Reset podcast. Whether you're listening for the first time or coming back to it, I hope this episode gives you the support, reassurance and practical tools you need today.
Anger and rage can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re navigating the many demands of single parenthood. From running a household to managing co-parenting challenges and financial stress, it’s easy to feel like emotions are spiralling out of control. But anger isn’t just an outburst, it’s a signal that something in your life needs attention.
In this episode of Single Parent Reset, we’ll uncover the hidden messages behind anger and explore how unmet needs and crossed boundaries can fuel these emotions. You’ll learn practical strategies to recognise your triggers, set boundaries, and regain control of your emotions with curiosity and compassion.
Whether you’re juggling the chaos of daily life or struggling to find time for yourself, this episode offers actionable advice to help you feel calmer, more balanced, and confident in your single parenting journey.
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Email: orla@solascoaching.com- Summer Replay Series: Throughout the summer, I'm revisiting some of the most impactful conversations from the Single Parent Reset podcast. Whether you're listening for the first time or coming back to it, I hope this episode gives you the support, reassurance and practical tools you need today.
Money can be one of the most stressful aspects of single parenting, especially when you're managing it all on a single income. In this episode of Single Parent Reset, I dive into the emotional and practical side of finances, explaining the power that shifting your money mindset can have.
We’ll explore how to understand your money story, recognise spending patterns, and reframe your thoughts around money. Whether you’re struggling with overspending, guilt, or simply wanting to feel more in charge of your financial situation, this episode is for you. Let’s take back control and make money work for you, not the other way around.
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Email: orla@solascoaching.com - Summer Replay Series: Throughout the summer, I'm revisiting some of the most impactful conversations from the Single Parent Reset podcast. Whether you're listening for the first time or coming back to it, I hope this episode gives you the support, reassurance and practical tools you need today.
The prospect of dating as a single parent can feel overwhelming and daunting. Or maybe you’ve been dating for a while and feel like you're getting nowhere.
In this episode, straight-talking dating coach Eimear Draper from Kindling Dating joins us to share real, practical advice for single parents ready to start dating again or reset their approach. We break down how to build confidence, navigate dating apps, talk to your kids about dating, and avoid the most common mistakes.
Whether you're newly single or deep in the dating game and feeling stuck, this conversation offers the support, strategy, and mindset shift you need to date with clarity and confidence.
Check out Kindling Dating and take the Dating Blockers Quiz here: https://kindlingdating.com/
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About Single Parent Reset
Single Parent Reset is here to help single parents reclaim balance and prioritise themselves. I'm Orla and as a single parent I know the unique challenges single parents face—burnout, guilt, loneliness and trying to do it all. In each episode, I’ll share practical steps to reset your mindset, find more calm and take back control of your life. If you’ve ever felt like no one gets what you’re going through as a single parent, this podcast is here to remind you that you’re not alone. Tune in every Monday for short, empowering episodes that help you thrive on your single parenting journey.
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