This question surfaces for many animal lovers, be their pet a dog, a cat, or a horse, and Maya brings it to us for Valentine's Day!   Maya's love for her home kicks off this interview, which was done in the fall of 2021, and ends with this question.  In between, we explore the ways we have changed since entering motherhood, including what and how we love people, places and things.  We go deep about how our own childhoods have shaped how we prioritize now for our own children.It is amazing to consider the healing available to us in each generation.  "When mama ain't happy, ain't nobody happy," and there are so many ways for a mama (or papa) of an animal or child to find joy and serve.  Maya feels very much called to help women to chase their best lives, explore therapy, and practice self love.  Maya also shares her profession and passion for helping women and children in shelters, which she has now channeled in to her podcast, Fearlessly Divine.  We question what confidence is, and why so many young girls and women seem to "lose it."Enjoy this thoughtful conversation about family, closeness, and love.  There are a few miracle stories in between that you will not want to miss!  As a fellow mom, professional, and podcaster (we met through Cathy Heller's Your Turn to Podcast Course), we loved mutually exploring our lives and life choices.  .  You can find Maya and her podcast using the following links:Instagram@ohmayageeFearlessly Divine Podcasthttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fearlessly-divine/id1659805038Fearlessly In Communitysubscribepage.io/fearlesslyincommunityYou can connect with the host, Cat Caldwell Myers in these ways:Instagram@catcaldwellmyersFacebookHorses, Mountains & Dogs Facebook Pagewww.catcaldwellmyers.comIn case no one has told you today, we want to wish you a Happy Valentine's Day and remind you that WE LOVE YOU, and so does an animal in your home, or nearby - perhaps today is your "GOTCHA DAY!!"   Reach out to me to join my "Get Fit with Your Dog (or other animal)" program and we can embark on a three month journey of getting healthy and healing with you pet today.  We also have a new HAAH community coming soon.... stay tuned to Horses, Mountains & Dogs to find out more.Support the show