In the Middle is a podcast for women who are doing it all, at home, at work, in their minds, and in their hearts.
Hosted by Vykky Howard, a corporate communications leader, wife, and mom, each episode, 20 minutes or less, explores what it means to live and grow in between the big moments of life. Whether you’re changing careers, raising a family, starting over, or just trying to stay afloat, this space is for real talk, honest reflection, and a moment to exhale.
Because you’re not alone, you’re in the middle of something beautiful.
You Don’t Have to Earn Rest | Why High Achievers Struggle to Slow Down
This week on In The Middle, Vykky closes out Season 1 with a conversation many of us need to hear: rest is not a reward for productivity—it’s a requirement for sustainability.
In a culture that celebrates hustle, achievement, and always being “on,” it’s easy to believe rest is something we earn after the work is done. But what happens when the work is never done?
Whether you're building a career, raising a family, pursuing a dream, serving others, or simply trying to keep up with the demands of everyday life, this episode offers a different perspective on what it means to slow down without guilt.
Vykky shares her own struggle with rest, why high achievers often find it so difficult to stop, and practical ways to create more margin, recovery, and peace in your daily life.
In this episode:
Why rest feels so hard for ambitious women
The difference between rest and distraction
How chronic stress impacts your health and well-being
Practical ways to make rest a consistent part of your life
Three truths about rest that can change how you approach work, family, and success
Why you don’t have to earn what God already designed
As Season 1 comes to a close, this episode serves as both a reflection and an invitation: to release the guilt, embrace rest, and build a life that is sustainable for the long haul.
If this episode encouraged you, share it with a friend and be sure to subscribe so you don't miss Season 2.
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Thank you for being part of Season 1. See you in Season 2. ❤️
1 Jun 2026
How to Make the Next 6 Months Count
It's hard to believe we're already halfway through the year.
In this episode of In the Middle, Vykky shares a powerful mid-year check-in inspired by her recent read, The 12 Week Year. Instead of focusing on what hasn't happened yet, she encourages listeners to take stock of where they are, get honest about what's holding them back, and make a plan for the next six months.
Through five thought-provoking questions, Vykky serves as your accountability buddy—challenging you to reflect on your goals, habits, and priorities while reminding you that it's not too late to make meaningful progress before the end of the year.
She also shares a quick update on Season 1, what's ahead for Season 2, and how listeners can help shape future episodes and guest conversations.
If you've been feeling stuck, behind, or unsure of your next step, this episode is your reminder that your story isn't finished, your year isn't finished, and neither are you.
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25 May 2026
Questions That Need Answers: Comparison, Confidence, Social Media & Real Life
In this episode of In the Middle, Vykky answers real-life questions about comparison, confidence, friendships, social media, faith, motivation, resilience, and navigating modern womanhood.
From struggling to put yourself out there, feeling emotionally exhausted by friendships, questioning internet “experts,” and wondering why social media can leave us feeling emptier than before, this episode is an honest conversation about the realities so many women are quietly navigating.
Vykky also shares thoughts on:
comparison and self-worth
resilience during difficult seasons
friendship boundaries
social media and emotional health
moving your family for career opportunities
spiritual dry seasons
balancing ambition, motherhood, marriage, and guilt
preparing for Season 2 of In the Middle
If you’ve been feeling behind, overwhelmed, disconnected, discouraged, or simply trying to navigate adulthood with more intention, this episode is for you.
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