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[250] Let Go of the Stress! How to Complete the Stress Cycle
Send us a textStress is a natural part of life, but staying in a constant state of stress? That’s a recipe for burnout. In this episode, I share a powerful lesson I learned after dealing with disappointment and seeking advice from my coach. She introduced me to the concept of the stress cycle (from the book Burnout by Amelia and Emily Nagoski) and how important it is to complete it—otherwise, your body holds onto stress in unhealthy ways.If you’ve been feeling weighed down, this episode will help you process those emotions and let them go so you can show up as your best self.Key Takeaways:Feel your feelings – Don’t suppress them. Acknowledging emotions is the first step to moving through stress.Complete the stress cycle – Your body needs an action to signal that stress is over (e.g., exercise, laughter, crying, deep breathing).Community and connection help – Hugs, conversations, and support from loved ones signal to your brain that you’re safe and okay.Links Mentioned in This Episode:Burnout: The Secret to Unlocking the Stress CycleLet’s Get More Time Virtual Summit (Feb 20-22)Support the showJoin me at Let's Get More Time Virtual Summit happening February 20th-22nd and learn how to implement simple mindset shifts, routines, and time-saving apps to help you gain 4+ hours to your week. https://www.realhappymom.com/lgmt-p
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[249] How to Embrace Intentional Motherhood & Find More Presence in Your Day
Send us a textMotherhood is a whirlwind, and it’s easy to feel like you’re constantly running on autopilot. But what if you could shift from just getting through the day to truly experiencing it? In this episode, I chat with Monica, a mom, entrepreneur, and host of mother-and-child retreats, about what it really means to be intentional in motherhood. We talk about breaking free from societal expectations, creating space for presence, and simple ways to infuse intentionality into your daily life—even when things feel overwhelming. If you’ve ever wanted to slow down and savor motherhood instead of rushing through it, this episode is for you.Key Takeaways:Start Small: Being intentional doesn’t mean overhauling your life—it’s about simple shifts like putting your phone away for 10 minutes and fully engaging with your kids.Nature as a Reset: Stepping outside, whether for a walk, watching the sunrise, or exploring with your child, can help you disconnect from distractions and be more present.Intentional Living Can Be Virtual Too: If an in-person retreat isn’t in the cards, there are ways to cultivate intentionality at home, including Monica’s Intentional Living for Mothers Audio Event happening February 3-7.Links Mentioned in This Episode:Intentional Living for Mothers Audio Event (Feb 3-7): https://www.wandherwild.com/summitMagic MindShow NotesSupport the showJoin me at Let's Get More Time Virtual Summit happening February 20th-22nd and learn how to implement simple mindset shifts, routines, and time-saving apps to help you gain 4+ hours to your week. https://www.realhappymom.com/lgmt-p
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[248] How to Handle Challenges That Derail Your Schedule
Send us a textLife has a way of ... lifeing. Whether it’s a sick child, an unexpected meeting, or a task that takes longer than planned. As busy working moms, these moments can completely derail our carefully planned schedules. In this episode, I’m sharing my tried-and-true strategies for handling those challenges with grace and resilience. You’ll learn how to reprioritize effectively, stay flexible with your routines, and lean into systems to stay on track. Plus, I’ll share a personal story about how I handled a chaotic moment in my own life and came out stronger. Remember, it’s not about perfection—it’s about progress.Key Takeaways:Acknowledge that life happens, and give yourself grace when things don’t go as planned.Reprioritize your to-do list by focusing on what truly matters and letting less urgent tasks wait.Use tools like Trello to maintain systems and stay organized during unexpected challenges.Links Mentioned in This Episode:Magic MindEpisode 237: Five Ways to Prioritize Your To-Do ListTrello Boards for MomsSupport the showJoin me at Let's Get More Time Virtual Summit happening February 20th-22nd and learn how to implement simple mindset shifts, routines, and time-saving apps to help you gain 4+ hours to your week. https://www.realhappymom.com/lgmt-p
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[247] The Best Way to Measure Your Success
Send us a textHappy New Year! I'm so excited to be back on the podcast after taking some time away. Life has been lifeing, but I'm here and ready to help you tackle the big goals you've set for this year. In this episode, I share an amazing insight I learned from the book 10x is Easier Than 2x by Dan Sullivan and Dr. Benjamin Hardy. If you've been feeling like you're not making enough progress toward your goals—or even like you're falling behind—this episode is for you. I'll walk you through a fresh way to measure your success that’s empowering, motivating, and rooted in progress, not perfection. Whether you're decluttering your kitchen, building a business, or connecting more with your kids, this mindset shift can change the way you see yourself and your achievements.Key Takeaways:Focusing solely on future goals can feel like chasing the horizon—always out of reach.Measuring success by looking backward helps you recognize and celebrate your progress.A backward-focused mindset reduces stress, comparison, and self-doubt, keeping you motivated to move forward.Links Mentioned in This Episode:10x is Easier Than 2x by Dan Sullivan & Dr. Benjamin HardyMagic MindNew Year Success Bundle for Busy MomsLet's Get More Time Virtual SummitSupport the showJoin me at Let's Get More Time Virtual Summit happening February 20th-22nd and learn how to implement simple mindset shifts, routines, and time-saving apps to help you gain 4+ hours to your week. https://www.realhappymom.com/lgmt-p
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[246] How I use Trello to Stay Organized
Send us a textSupport the showJoin me at Let's Get More Time Virtual Summit happening February 20th-22nd and learn how to implement simple mindset shifts, routines, and time-saving apps to help you gain 4+ hours to your week. https://www.realhappymom.com/lgmt-p
Hey there, mom! Are you juggling all the things in motherhood from managing your time, getting healthy meals on the table, to being a present wife all while making yourself a priority without feeling guilty? I get it! It’s overwhelming... and guess what? The fact that you need support... doesn’t make you a bad mom! That’s why I created the Real Happy Mom Podcast. The Real Happy Mom Podcast is a weekly show for busy working moms juggling it all. Each week, I’m bringing you inspirational stories from real-life moms as well as interviews with leading experts in various fields to encourage you on your motherhood journey and help you live an authentic life. In this podcast we will not only navigate motherhood by talking about time management, gentle parenting and self-care. But we will also go deep into topics you may have been afraid to explore, like intimacy with your spouse, communication with your kids, health, wellness and frustrations that come through inner confidence as a mom and wife. Mom life is beautiful and fun, but it's also challenging and messy at times. Motherhood is the one job that we don't get proper training or an instruction manual when we come home with our new baby. Every day is on the job training. I’m here to help you navigate motherhood that's true to you so that you can be a real happy mom. Welcome to the Real Happy Mom Podcast, mom friend! You are in the right place. Learn -- www.realhappymom.com | Be a Guest- www.realhappymom.com/guest