In this episode, I chat with Megan and Lauren from The Matrescence all about self-care. I know, I know, “self-care” is one of those buzz words that’s everywhere. You might roll your eyes when you hear it, or think you don’t have time for it or don’t need it.This episode will change your mind. From why we need it and how to do it, this is one you won’t want to miss. It’s hard to prioritize ourselves when we care for everyone else, but self-care isn’t an indulgence, it’s self preservation. Crucial for our emotional health, self-care takes on many forms, and the ideas you’ll learn here are easier to implement than you may think.With a self-care audit, small shifts, and simple ideas you can try NOW, you will be on your way to refilling that cup and having more control and compassion in your day to day life.Enrollment for the The Mindful Mama Series is open for the next month! Spots are limited, so claim your spot here! This valuable mindfulness for moms package is tailored to YOU. Through carefully curated techniques, you will feel more ease, presence, inner peace, and patience on your motherhood journey. Use promo code MAMA at check out to save $100! Meet The Matrescence Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/TheMatrescence/_saved/Website: www.thematrescence.comLet's connect!Follow over on INSTAGRAM: @ourmindfulwayWebsite: https://ourmindfulway.com/

It’s human to think our happiness is rooted in the future. Future goals, future events, future milestones. But happiness is not something we need to arrive at. Happiness is here now.Join me today, as I take you through a short guided meditation to help you find joy in the process, and more happiness in the small moments. You deserve to feel happiness in the present moment. I hope you enjoy!If you liked this type of episode and meditation, please leave a review and let me know! It helps me, help you!Want to see what mindfulness is all about? Book your complimentary session here!Let's connect!Follow over on INSTAGRAM: @ourmindfulwayWebsite: https://ourmindfulway.com/

Are you in control of what happens in your life? Or are you letting life happen to you?This week, I am walking you through exactly how I set up my week.I used to only look forward to Fridays and fumble through the rest of the days, but now, at the start of each week, I set intentions and choices around what matters most. Daily walks? Important to me. A play date wedged into a busy day? Not so much.Today’s episode is inspired by something I do and I’m hoping this will be an episode you can refer to again and again.It’s so easy to let life happen TO you. And before you know it you’re at the end of your week, feeling tired and unfulfilled. But today, I’ll walk you through how to take back your week. It will leave you feeling more aligned, more connected, and bring more joy and peace into your busy week. I promise, you have time to make an intention.When we make intentions, we are telling our brain that something is important. How do you want your week to go? How do you want your week to FEEL? What is important to you this week? What can you let go? This episode will make a difference in your life, and I would love to hear about it. If this episode resonated with you, share it over on IG and tag me @ourmindfulway! Let's connect!Follow over on INSTAGRAM: @ourmindfulwayWebsite: https://ourmindfulway.com/

Sensory overload is a very real thing in parenthood. A loving and fun house can also have a lot of noise and chaos. It’s easy to become overstimulated and overwhelmed. Larissa Geleris, licensed occupational therapist, explains why this happens to us.How often have you heard “overstimulated” in connection with kids’ behaviors? Did you know that parents can also be overstimulated, bombarded with sensory overload, and susceptible to triggers that lead to self-incrimination and poor self-esteem?In today’s episode, I have a conversation with Larissa from Steady Parents about being more steady in the face of the noise,  daily demands, and the wild inconsistencies of child-rearing. Because let’s face it: we don’t all have go-with-the-flow personalities, and there are times we need some support!Larissa shares practical, sustainable strategies for coping with the sensory demands of family life. Through mindful practice, we can develop more appropriate responses to what triggers us. It is validating to know that we ALL have different sensory thresholds; for every parent, this episode is valuable self-care that will immediately impact your family in a positive way. My mom wishes she had access to this 35 years ago! Try using one of these strategies and let us know how it goes by tagging us on Instagram at @steadyparents and @ourmindfulway.Craving more mindfulness and community? The Mindful Circle Community is now OPEN! Come join us! https://ourmindfulway.com/the-mindful-circle/Meet Larissa: http://www.steadyparents.comCheck out her course here!Let's connect!Follow over on INSTAGRAM: @ourmindfulwayWebsite: https://ourmindfulway.com/

Do you have trouble saying no? Whether it’s another volunteer commitment, a social situation, or a work project that you know will put you over the top, learning to say no is a crucial boundary setting practice. Or maybe your phone is stealing your time and your peace? That may be a boundary you need to set. In order to live a happy, aligned life, we must learn to set boundaries. In this podcast I will show you how to recognize when you need to set boundaries and how to do that in a way that feels comfortable for you. I share some of my own experiences, and help you check in with yourself to live with more intention.I break this down in a new way, sharing several simple  prompts to help you protect your happiness and peace!Craving more mindfulness and community? The Mindful Circle Community is now OPEN! Come join us! https://ourmindfulway.com/the-mindful-circle/Let's connect!Follow over on INSTAGRAM: @ourmindfulwayWebsite: https://ourmindfulway.com/

Poor eating habits, skipping meals, mindless snacking…does this sound like you? It certainly describes me and my own inconsistent relationship with food! In this episode, I chat with Gillian, of Bite Size Nutrition, a certified online nutrition coach based out of Barcelona, Spain. Gillian and I both know that mindful eating is not only a “thing,” but an important approach to understanding how food supports us. Gillian helps women break out of unproductive eating patterns and create sustainable habits that work in busy lives. By embracing what Gillian calls a choice mindset and approaching food with more intention, you will develop a healthier relationship with food.  From engaging your senses while eating to dumping the notion of food as reward, this is an important conversation that you won’t want to miss.If you enjoyed this episode, we'd be so honored if you shared it on Instagram, tagging @bitesizenutri and @ourmindfulway. Craving more mindfulness and community in this season of life? The Mindful Circle Community is now OPEN! Come join us! https://ourmindfulway.com/the-mindful-circle/Meet Gillian: https://www.instagram.com/bitesizenutri/Listen to the Bite Size Nutrition Podcast  and grab Gillian's Free Mindful Eating Mini Course here!Let's connect!Follow over on INSTAGRAM: @ourmindfulwayWebsite: https://ourmindfulway.com/

It’s likely you’ve heard the phrase “protect my peace;” maybe you’ve even used it yourself.  But do you really know what it means and why it’s so important?Today’s episode is the first in a series about protecting our peace as it relates to the following topics:Controlling your response to external situationsSetting boundariesSaying noMaking aligned decisionsThe impact of rest and rechargingIn today’s episode I’ll talk about the very real problem with letting the outside world steal our peace and happiness, and what we can do about it. Before a text or another driver ruins your day, listen in and learn to say “is this worth my peace?”Craving more mindfulness and community? The Mindful Circle Community is now OPEN! Come join us! https://ourmindfulway.com/the-mindful-circle/Let's connect!Follow over on INSTAGRAM: @ourmindfulwayWebsite: https://ourmindfulway.com/

We may have inherited something from our mothers that may not be serving us well— the compulsion to (try to) do it all. Speaking particularly to working moms here, how many of you are breaking under the burden of the loads you carry? Or maybe you’re getting it all done, but at a real cost to your own wellness?Amy Kiefer, owner of three online businesses focused on empowering women, offers tangible ways to lighten the load,  and how about this: NOT do it all!Our conversation touches upon three main points: (1) Growing your village of support (2) Sharing the load by accepting help and creating a partnership foundation in your family, and (3) The importance of self-care. This episode offers you tips you can implement immediately, and will empower you as you go about making these necessary changes.Craving more mindfulness and community? The Mindful Circle Community is now OPEN! Come join us! https://ourmindfulway.com/the-mindful-circle/MEET AMY: https://www.instagram.com/ameskieferListen to the HERSELF podcast and Pursuing Her Purpose podcast here!Let's connect!Follow over on INSTAGRAM: @ourmindfulwayWebsite: https://ourmindfulway.com/

Back to school time is here! For some, that’s a big YAY, but others may feel a ratcheting up of a whole different bunch of stress. However you feel about September, we can all acknowledge that it’s a time of big transitions. And transitions are HARD, especially when we’re looking at earlier wakeups and chaotic mornings. Who hasn’t tried to hurry a 4-year-old who insists on dressing herself? Change is difficult for many of us, so check out this episode where I offer you 8 tips for making the transition from summer to fall a smooth and positive one. I have you covered with practical tips you can try today. From packing backpacks the night before to lunch menu planning, we can help our kids and ourselves navigate new routines with more ease and joy!Let's Connect!Follow over on INSTAGRAM: @ourmindfulwayGrab my favorite tools over at  http://www.ourmindfulway.com

Do you have a particularly harsh inner voice? Are you your own toughest critic? When we are kinder to ourselves, the results can be life-changing. How do we change that negative behavior? Abby Rose Green, a life and business coach and co-host of HERself podcast, dives into some topics that resonate with many of us. We talk about silencing those mean inner critics, handling perfectionism, and *living in the gray*.When that mean inner critic gets loud, judging you or telling you you can’t, Abby walks us through what to do. She guides us through shifts to let go of perfectionism (exhausting, am I right?), and even shares a new perspective on navigating change, and I’m so excited for you to listen in. Meet Abby: https://www.instagram.com/abbyrosegreenListen to the HERSELF podcast and Pursuing Her Purpose podcast here!Let's Connect!Follow over on INSTAGRAM: @ourmindfulwayGrab my favorite tools over at  http://www.ourmindfulway.com