Mildred J Mills

17/07/2025

What happens to a family, especially children, when a parent is missing from the home?

That’s the question I’m asking in Season 4 of My Cotton Patch Moment.

This season is personal. It’s raw. And it’s needed.

We’re exploring the ripple effects of absence—how incarceration, death, or divorce changes the way children grow, dream, and heal.

You’ll hear stories once silenced by shame now lifted by truth.

From broken beginnings to breakthrough moments.

From childhood wounds to adult awakenings.

Each story is a map.
Of how to rise.
Of how to heal.
Of how to hope again.

My all-new two-minute Season 4 trailer is now available here: https://sites.libsyn.com/455796/season-4-trailer

If you’ve ever lost someone before you were ready, this season is for you.

Share it. Tag someone who needs to hear this message. Let’s rise—together.

In Season Four of My Cotton Patch Moment, host Mildred J. Mills returns with a powerful new arc exploring the ripple effects of parental absence. What happens when a mother or father is no longer home? How do families rebuild? Where does healing begin? This season honors the voices of survivors and....

14/07/2025

When my granddaughter read Daddy’s House, she didn’t just see her grandmother, she saw the girl I once was.

That moment reminded me: our stories hold power. They reveal the layers of who we are, daughter, mother, friend, woman. When we share openly, we give others permission to do the same. Whether I’m speaking to my mother, my granddaughter, or a friend, I show up as my full, authentic self. That’s the true gift of resilience and belonging.

13/07/2025

What’s more rewarding than publishing your Bestselling memoir?

You guessed it! Having book clubs choose your book and then, inviting you to join them for a discussion.

Thank you, Janet Miller Fields, for an evening of real talk about real subjects like resilience, surviving domestic and sexual violence, and the joy of rising above it all.

Reflecting on topics that impact our everyday lives with your book club, Kusoma, was refreshing, rewarding, and invigorating.

To any book club that chooses to read my memoir, Daddy’s House, DM me in advance to request an appearance. I will do my lever best to show up.

11/07/2025

The moments we hide often hold the keys to our greatest transformation. Your truth is not your weakness, it’s your power.

It’s time to turn your pain into purpose and rise above.

Discover how resilience, truth, and belonging can change everything. Explore coaching, speaking, and corporate training at www.mildredjmills.com

01/07/2025

Victim or victor? The choice is yours.

When Mildred J. Mills began writing her book, it wasn’t just to tell her story—it was to claim her voice and leave a powerful legacy for generations. Her message is clear: You have the power to rise, lead, and inspire.

Your story matters. Will you let the world hear it?

Start your journey toward resilience, truth, and belonging at www.mildredjmills.com!

28/06/2025

2025 will test your team’s adaptability, leadership, and mental strength. Are you ready?

The world isn't slowing down—and neither are the challenges.
Burnout, change fatigue, and uncertainty are real. That’s why building resilience in your people isn’t just a nice touch—it’s a survival skill.
This carousel breaks down exactly why resilience training will be your organization's competitive edge this year and beyond.

Explore resilience training, coaching, and keynote speaking at www.mildredjmills.com.

Let’s build strong people who create stronger organizations.

18/06/2025

Watching the International Women’s Podcast Awards livestream broadcast from the iconic BBC Radio Theatre in London today was memorable.

My podcast, “My Cotton Patch Moment,” was nominated for the Moment of Pure Emotion Award. While I didn't win this time, the global recognition and the honor of being among such phenomenal women podcasters is a testament to our shared journey and the power of storytelling.

Thank you, not just to the judges and organizers, but to each and every one of you who listens, shares, and supports this powerful journey of storytelling, healing, and resilience. Your role in this cannot be overstated.

"My Cotton Patch Moment" is officially an International Award–Nominated Podcast, a testament to the power of a loyal and supportive community.

I am humbled and filled with gratitude and grace.

16/06/2025

Resilience isn’t about pretending life doesn’t hit hard. It’s about rising—even when it does.

To be resilient means showing up for yourself, especially on the hard days. It’s pushing past the moments that try to break you, standing firm in your truth, and choosing to move forward anyway.
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Resilience isn’t weakness. It’s strength with a story.
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Are you ready to become your best self—even when life pushes back?

Discover how resilience can transform your life and leadership: www.mildredjmills.com
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10/06/2025

What do picking cotton and public speaking have in common?

For me—everything. Adversity shaped my voice before I ever stepped on a stage.

I was raised on a cotton farm in Alabama. And while the fields were harsh, they were also holy ground. They taught me how to get back up when life knocks you down. They showed me how to turn struggle into strength. And they’re the reason I now help others rise through truth, resilience, and belonging.

Ready to transform your own challenges into purpose? Visit www.mildredjmills.com to learn more about my coaching, speaking, and podcast.

04/06/2025

Afraid of not being liked if you show up as your full self? You’re not alone. But here’s the truth…

Too many people hide behind a wall, trying to be what others want. But the real magic happens when you show up fully—unapologetically you. Authenticity builds true connection, not perfection.

People can’t love who they don’t truly know.

You don’t have to be liked by everyone. You just have to be true to you.

Ready to live and lead with truth, resilience, and belonging? Visit www.mildredjmills.com

02/06/2025

Too many of us suffer in silence—carrying the weight of who we pretend to be, instead of standing in the truth of who we are.

When you've been hurt or told you weren't enough, it’s easy to build a façade. But pretending comes at a cost—mentally, emotionally, and even physically.

There's power in saying, "I'm not okay. Here's what I’ve been through. "There’s healing in honesty. There’s freedom in being seen.

Ready to rise above the shame and step into your truth? Visit www.mildredjmills.com to begin your journey.

29/05/2025

What happens when we stop speaking role-to-role—and start speaking heart-to-heart?

One of the most transformative moments of my life was sitting down with my mother and asking, "Who were you before all of this?"
Not as my mother. But as a woman. A girl with dreams.

That conversation taught me how to connect with my own daughter—and how vital it is to have honest, intergenerational conversations.

Whether you're a mother, mentor, or leader, remember: understanding begins with curiosity, and healing begins with listening.

Let’s raise daughters—and leaders—by first understanding the women who raised us. ❤️

Explore more stories and tools for resilience, truth, and belonging at www.mildredjmills.com