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Every episode, I sit in my closet to discuss and delve into random, yet interesting topics that pop up in my head. You're never going to know what each episode will be about, so stick around!
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Let's be real, parenting is way harder and way less fun than any of us were expecting. Gentle parenting is a work in progress, a practice, similar to meditation, mindfulness, and self-compassion “The kids are finally asleep. I'm exhausted, overwhelmed, and stressed out. The house is a mess. That thing for work is coming up. I didn't think life was going to be like this.” “I lost my temper too many times, I tried so hard to be patient but I was on edge all day. I didn't think life was going t ...
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In this episode, we delve into how to name our stress and what tools are helpful to tame it. Join me each week for a tail from the trenches of parenting burnout and how I (and you) can use mindfulness, mediation and self-compassion to find your inner calm and a little more sanity in your parenting. You’ll get a story from my heart and a quick win y…
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In this episode, we delve into parents' real challenges in balancing professional responsibilities with family commitments. Join me each week for a tail from the trenches of parenting burnout and how I (and you) can use mindfulness, mediation and self-compassion to find your inner calm and a little more sanity in your parenting. You’ll get a story …
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In today's episode, we dive into how we can overcome stress from parenting. Join me each week for a tail from the trenches of parenting burnout and how I (and you) can use mindfulness, mediation and self-compassion to find your inner calm and a little more sanity in your parenting. You’ll get a story from my heart and a quick win you can use the sa…
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Join us on "Navigating Our Thoughts" as we delve into the delicate interplay between reality and magical thinking. Join me each week for a tail from the trenches of parenting burnout and how I (and you) can use mindfulness, mediation and self-compassion to find your inner calm and a little more sanity in your parenting. You’ll get a story from my h…
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This episode discusses how to find calmness and patience when burned out. Join me each week for a tail from the trenches of parenting burnout and how I (and you) can use mindfulness, mediation and self-compassion to find your inner calm and a little more sanity in your parenting. You’ll get a story from my heart and a quick win you can use the same…
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In this enlightening episode, we dive into the challenges of maintaining mindfulness during exhausting moments. Join me each week for a tail from the trenches of parenting burnout and how I (and you) can use mindfulness, mediation and self-compassion to find your inner calm and a little more sanity in your parenting. You’ll get a story from my hear…
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In todays episode, we explore the challenges of parenting when compassion feels out of reach. Join me each week for a tail from the trenches of parenting burnout and how I (and you) can use mindfulness, mediation and self-compassion to find your inner calm and a little more sanity in your parenting. You’ll get a story from my heart and a quick win …
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In this episode, we dive deep into coping when negative thoughts take over and derail your mood. Join me each week for a tail from the trenches of parenting burnout and how I (and you) can use mindfulness, mediation and self-compassion to find your inner calm and a little more sanity in your parenting. You’ll get a story from my heart and a quick w…
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This episode we are discussing the balance with spending. Join me each week for a tail from the trenches of parenting burnout and how I (and you) can use mindfulness, mediation and self-compassion to find your inner calm and a little more sanity in your parenting. You’ll get a story from my heart and a quick win you can use the same day. A free gif…
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In this episode, we discuss showing self-compassion for our hurt parts. Join me each week for a tail from the trenches of parenting burnout and how I (and you) can use mindfulness, mediation and self-compassion to find your inner calm and a little more sanity in your parenting. You’ll get a story from my heart and a quick win you can use the same d…
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In this episode we are discussing if you are highly sensitive. Join me each week for a tail from the trenches of parenting burnout and how I (and you) can use mindfulness, mediation and self-compassion to find your inner calm and a little more sanity in your parenting. You’ll get a story from my heart and a quick win you can use the same day. A fre…
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In this episode we are discussing a deeper hurt. Join me each week for a tail from the trenches of parenting burnout and how I (and you) can use mindfulness, mediation and self-compassion to find your inner calm and a little more sanity in your parenting. You’ll get a story from my heart and a quick win you can use the same day. A free gift for you…
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In this episode, we are discussing the obsessive mind. Join me each week for a tail from the trenches of parenting burnout and how I (and you) can use mindfulness, mediation and self-compassion to find your inner calm and a little more sanity in your parenting. You’ll get a story from my heart and a quick win you can use the same day. A free gift f…
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In this episode, we discuss Mindful Meditation and how it can help us when stress comes along. Join me each week for a tail from the trenches of parenting burnout and how I (and you) can use mindfulness, mediation and self-compassion to find your inner calm and a little more sanity in your parenting. You’ll get a story from my heart and a quick win…
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In this episode, we discuss our judgment about a feeling, known as the Second Arrow. Join me each week for a tail from the trenches of parenting burnout and how I (and you) can use mindfulness, mediation and self-compassion to find your inner calm and a little more sanity in your parenting. You’ll get a story from my heart and a quick win you can u…
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In this episode, we discuss managing stress amidst the Riptide of Emotions. Join me each week for a tail from the trenches of parenting burnout and how I (and you) can use mindfulness, mediation and self-compassion to find your inner calm and a little more sanity in your parenting. You’ll get a story from my heart and a quick win you can use the sa…
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In this episode, we will be discussing Perfectionism. Join me each week for a tail from the trenches of parenting burnout and how I (and you) can use mindfulness, mediation and self-compassion to find your inner calm and a little more sanity in your parenting. You’ll get a story from my heart and a quick win you can use the same day. A free gift fo…
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In this episode, we are talking about social support for depression. Join me each week for a tail from the trenches of parenting burnout and how I (and you) can use mindfulness, mediation and self-compassion to find your inner calm and a little more sanity in your parenting. You’ll get a story from my heart and a quick win you can use the same day.…
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Struggling to be present is what is discussed in this episode. Join me each week for a tail from the trenches of parenting burnout and how I (and you) can use mindfulness, mediation and self-compassion to find your inner calm and a little more sanity in your parenting. You’ll get a story from my heart and a quick win you can use the same day. A fre…
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This episode is about overcoming parenting triggers when feeling stuck. Join me each week for a tail from the trenches of parenting burnout and how I (and you) can use mindfulness, mediation and self-compassion to find your inner calm and a little more sanity in your parenting. You’ll get a story from my heart and a quick win you can use the same d…
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This episode is about being in a negative thought spiral. Join me each week for a tail from the trenches of parenting burnout and how I (and you) can use mindfulness, mediation and self-compassion to find your inner calm and a little more sanity in your parenting. You’ll get a story from my heart and a quick win you can use the same day. A free gif…
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This episode is about playful parenting and navigating sibling fights. Join me each week for a tail from the trenches of parenting burnout and how I (and you) can use mindfulness, mediation and self-compassion to find your inner calm and a little more sanity in your parenting. You’ll get a story from my heart and a quick win you can use the same da…
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This episode is about flipping the script on your child's behavior. Join me each week for a tail from the trenches of parenting burnout and how I (and you) can use mindfulness, mediation and self-compassion to find your inner calm and a little more sanity in your parenting. You’ll get a story from my heart and a quick win you can use the same day. …
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This episode is about parenting challenges, loving our kids BUT struggling to like them. Join me each week for a tail from the trenches of parenting burnout and how I (and you) can use mindfulness, mediation and self-compassion to find your inner calm and a little more sanity in your parenting. You’ll get a story from my heart and a quick win you c…
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This episode is about embracing guilt. Guilt and remorse are helpful emotions that support us in changing behaviors that no longer serve us. Join me each week for a tail from the trenches of parenting burnout and how I (and you) can use mindfulness, mediation and self-compassion to find your inner calm and a little more sanity in your parenting. Yo…
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This episode is about finding self-compassion in the shame-spiral. Join me each week for a tail from the trenches of parenting burnout and how I (and you) can use mindfulness, mediation and self-compassion to find your inner calm and a little more sanity in your parenting. You’ll get a story from my heart and a quick win you can use the same day. A…
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This audio essay discusses how you can use mindfulness to observe your own anxiety. Join me each week for a tail from the trenches of parenting burnout and how I (and you) can use mindfulness, mediation and self-compassion to find your inner calm and a little more sanity in your parenting. You’ll get a story from my heart and a quick win you can us…
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Feeling like we are not doing enough and the stories we tell ourselves. Join me each week for a tail from the trenches of parenting burnout and how I (and you) can use mindfulness, mediation and self-compassion to find your inner calm and a little more sanity in your parenting. You’ll get a story from my heart and a quick win you can use the same d…
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Navigating the complexity of tunnel vision and rigid expectations. Join me each week for a tail from the trenches of parenting burnout and how I (and you) can use mindfulness, mediation and self-compassion to find your inner calm and a little more sanity in your parenting. You’ll get a story from my heart and a quick win you can use the same day. A…
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It's hard to ask for help, but you do not have to suffer in silence. Join me each week for a tail from the trenches of parenting burnout and how I (and you) can use mindfulness, mediation and self-compassion to find your inner calm and a little more sanity in your parenting. You’ll get a story from my heart and a quick win you can use the same day.…
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Finding support and resources to help stop burnout. Join me each week for a tail from the trenches of parenting burnout and how I (and you) can use mindfulness, mediation and self-compassion to find your inner calm and a little more sanity in your parenting. You’ll get a story from my heart and a quick win you can use the same day. A free gift for …
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How stress can cause us to work harder, not smarter. Join me each week for a tail from the trenches of parenting burnout and how I (and you) can use mindfulness, mediation and self-compassion to find your inner calm and a little more sanity in your parenting. You’ll get a story from my heart and a quick win you can use the same day. A free gift for…
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Remaining "stuck" in reactive patterns and tools to help. Join me each week for a tail from the trenches of parenting burnout and how I (and you) can use mindfulness, mediation and self-compassion to find your inner calm and a little more sanity in your parenting. You’ll get a story from my heart and a quick win you can use the same day. A free gif…
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Why do meditation teachers talk about impermanence? Join me each week for a tail from the trenches of parenting burnout and how I (and you) can use mindfulness, mediation and self-compassion to find your inner calm and a little more sanity in your parenting. You’ll get a story from my heart and a quick win you can use the same day. A free gift for …
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Navigating the normality of bad days and bad moods. Join me each week for a tail from the trenches of parenting burnout and how I (and you) can use mindfulness, mediation and self-compassion to find your inner calm and a little more sanity in your parenting. You’ll get a story from my heart and a quick win you can use the same day. A free gift for …
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Applying compassionate mindfulness in everyday planning. Join me each week for a tail from the trenches of parenting burnout and how I (and you) can use mindfulness, mediation and self-compassion to find your inner calm and a little more sanity in your parenting. You’ll get a story from my heart and a quick win you can use the same day. A free gift…
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It’s normal to not like difficult emotions or being stuck in states, such as anxiety and depression. At the same time, these experiences are a part of us and can become some of our greatest strengths. Join me each week for a tail from the trenches of parenting burnout and how I (and you) can use mindfulness, mediation and self-compassion to find yo…
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“What am I supposed to do with all of this anger? My body feels like it might explode. No amount of breathing is going to call me down.” These emotions are what my kids call BIG EMOTIONS. Listen for tips on Regulating Big Emotions. Join me each week for a tail from the trenches of parenting burnout and how I (and you) can use mindfulness, mediation…
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I tend to rigidly grasp onto things with a death grip. Meditating is no exception. Join me each week for a tail from the trenches of parenting burnout and how I (and you) can use mindfulness, mediation and self-compassion to find your inner calm and a little more sanity in your parenting. You’ll get a story from my heart and a quick win you can use…
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This audio essay discusses parenting from a place of shame and discovering the road to self-compassion. Join me each week for a tail from the trenches of parenting burnout and how I (and you) can use mindfulness, mediation and self-compassion to find your inner calm and a little more sanity in your parenting. You’ll get a story from my heart and a …
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Listen to this audio essay to hear about Michelle's personal journey with meditation and how meditation might be a helpful parenting tip for you, too. "I had experimented with meditation on and off for several years, I knew the research was solid, and that meditation had awesome benefits if I could just get myself to sit down and do it. Then one da…
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You've probably seen a yard sale in your neighborhood on the weekends. But how did people get the idea to do them in the first place? And how can you have the best possible yard sale to make the most money? I take a look into how yard sales started and the best practices to ensure a successful yard sale.…
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Maybe you are a fan of things that smell nice or do you like breathing in general? Chances are that you've probably used your sense of smell once or twice in your life. It's one of the senses that we don't think about as much, but it has more power than we think. Curious about why? I explain the science behind how we smell and its power in our dail…
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In this episode I talk about a cool, but different looking instrument, the trombone. Curious about how this instrument came to be and it’s influence on music? Then give this episode a listen and hear a little bit about my band geek history as well
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Our lives can be full of chaos. We all need to take a moment to be by ourselves and check in with outrelves. Spending some time alone is a valuable tool, but people don't seem to recognize that. In this episode, I explain the value of alone time and bring up an example from my past.
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Everyone likes a hero; but everyone loves a villian we can root for. In this episode, I look into the Gentleman Thief trope and see why how we can love a criminal with a strange moral compass.
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It's only one character on the keyboard. But it has much more power than we think. I'm tlaking about the question mark. In this episode, I talk about how we got the question mark and the power it has in our lives and the world. What kind of power? You'll have to listen to find out.
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We all have a favorite color. But why do we like certain colors and makes a color our favorite? In my first episode, I look into why blue is such a popular color and some of the sceince behind color preference.
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