Real Happy Mom

Send me a textThis episode came straight from a real conversation I had with my mom after our early family Christmas—when she asked what was next for me, career-wise. I told her clearly that I don’t want to open my own practice, even if that’s what people expect “the next step” to be. What I want right now looks quiet and honestly a little “boring” on paper: I want to be present with my family, soak up my kids while they’re still here with me, and take care of myself. If you’re heading into 2026 feeling pressure to climb, prove, or impress, I want you to know it’s okay if your dreams are quieter in this season.3 Takeaways from this episode:You don’t have to chase the “next step” just because it looks like the logical move to other people.A quiet season is still a meaningful season—especially when it centers your family and your wellbeing.The only goals that matter are the ones you feel good about, not the ones that impress others.Support the show

Send me a textThis week, I’m helping you lighten the mental load before Monday even gets here by closing some of those “open tabs” in your brain. I’m sharing why overwhelm usually isn’t from having too much to do, but from having too much that hasn’t been decided or released. I’m walking you through three simple buckets—not this week, not mine to carry, and not necessary—so you can stop dragging extra weight into the new week. And I’m reminding you that you don’t need a brand-new you… you just need a few clear decisions that give you room to breathe. Mentioned in this episode: Sunday Prep Workbook+: https://www.realhappymom.com/reset3 Takeaways from this episode:Overwhelm grows when you keep “unfinished decisions” open—closing loops is often more powerful than adding another to-do.If it’s important but not urgent, put it in not this week so you can protect your energy for what actually matters now.When something feels loud and urgent, pause and ask: “Is this truly necessary, or is it just noise?”Support the show

Send me a textThis episode is part of Holiday Voices—a special Real Happy Mom podcast series filled with quick holiday tips, uplifting stories, and real-life traditions from moms who get it.Whether you're a working mom trying to simplify the season, or just looking for ways to reduce holiday stress and be more present, these short episodes are packed with encouragement and ideas you can actually use.Find all the episodes, links to guest freebies, and more at realhappymom.com/voicesSupport the show

Send me a textThis episode is part of Holiday Voices—a special Real Happy Mom podcast series filled with quick holiday tips, uplifting stories, and real-life traditions from moms who get it.Whether you're a working mom trying to simplify the season, or just looking for ways to reduce holiday stress and be more present, these short episodes are packed with encouragement and ideas you can actually use.Find all the episodes, links to guest freebies, and more at realhappymom.com/voicesSupport the show

Send me a textThis episode is part of Holiday Voices—a special Real Happy Mom podcast series filled with quick holiday tips, uplifting stories, and real-life traditions from moms who get it.Whether you're a working mom trying to simplify the season, or just looking for ways to reduce holiday stress and be more present, these short episodes are packed with encouragement and ideas you can actually use.Find all the episodes, links to guest freebies, and more at realhappymom.com/voicesSupport the show