Meet Dr. Carly Buxton, the founder of Parentswarm, a startup connecting parents to expert support. She also teaches business at the University of Richmond and writes across multiple genres, including historical fiction and children's books. Her work highlights the power of nuanced thinking and embracing a multifaceted life.Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll learn:00:00 Welcome and Introductions01:17 Balancing Multiple Roles02:31 Societal Expectations and Personal Identity04:14 Challenges of Stay-at-Home Parenting06:36 Navigating Indecision and Change11:13 Parenting Neurodiverse Children17:47 Finding Joy and Creativity21:45 Engaging Conversations and Authenticity25:50 Teaching Principles: Asking the Right Questions26:27 Encouraging Nuanced Thinking in Students28:34 Designing Effective Learning Tools29:34 The Importance of Analog Thinking30:26 Balancing Personal and Professional Life34:33 The Journey to Becoming a Flight Attendant40:55 The Value of De-Technologizing44:42 Future Plans and Aspirations46:36 Closing Thoughts and ReflectionsIn this episode, we sit down with Dr. Carly Buxton—a historian, entrepreneur, and user research strategist—who challenges the rigid labels society places on us. From academia to business, from writing to parenting, Carly shares how embracing multiple passions has shaped her life.In this conversation, we explore:✅ The struggle of being defined by a single role or identity✅ The pressure to have a "perfect" answer when asked, "What do you do?"✅ How to navigate major life transitions with flexibility and confidence✅ The power of curiosity, nuance, and stepping outside societal expectationsHosts: Emily McAnelly & MaryAnn Means-DufresneThis episode of The Great Noticing is hosted by sisters Emily and MaryAnn, bringing you candid conversations about navigating motherhood, relationships, and life’s beautiful chaos. With Emily’s humor and MaryAnn’s practical advice, we’re here to help you laugh, reflect, and tackle the challenges of modern womanhood. Thank you for noticing with us! We would love to connect with you! The Great Noticing InstagramCollective Growth InstagramCollective Growth WebsiteMaryAnn's LinkedInEmily's LinkedInHanna Isul Website

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