She Breathes

This week I attended the Mom 2.0 Summit in Scottsdale, AZ. I walked away feeling invigorated and inspired and wanted to share some of that energy with my podcast audience. This episode spans an array of topics including three tips from Jen Hatmaker, encouraging news about the pelvic floor, my new love for cacti, why moms need help with the "invisible load," and much more! Also, Happy Mother's Day...

Today's teens are struggling more than ever, and girls seem to be more troubled than boys. Further, there are some things modern parents are doing we think are helping but could actually be hurting. In today's episode, I share recent statistics regarding adolescents and teens as well as some changes we adults can make to help and encourage them.

This month was a bit brighter than March, and I'm so grateful for that. With that being said, last month reminded me of something Glennon Doyle said, which was, "Being fully human isn't about feeling happy. It's about feeling everything." The range of emotion we experience is what makes human beings such a unique species. I enjoy creating the '5 Things to Smile About' episodes because they encoura...

The world can seem like a very dark place, but we have the power to change our experience and perception of it. In today's episode, I discuss several ways to offer more light into the universe. It's not as challenging as you may think. I recently completed a guided meditation with Gabby Bernstein about being a light worker. This powerful meditation inspired this podcast episode. Imagine how much b...

On today's episode, I welcome back the amazing Beth Sanderson Hooper. She was a guest on episode 7 when we talked about health and wellness as it pertains to body image. Beth and I have a lot of common interests and two of those are releasing limiting beliefs and regulating our nervous systems. We discuss the two topics and offer some helpful tips for you all to get to a more consistent place of j...

This week we've been in New York City for spring break. On today's podcast episode, I offer quick daily recaps of our adventures in the Big Apple. If you love NYC, I hope you have fun listening to our springtime adventures in the city, or if you're planning a trip to New York yourself, I think this episode will offer you some ideas.

This week I have been feeling a bit overwhelmed with all of the things. On today’s podcast episode, I offer several suggestions to help with the feeling of overwhelm. I am not an expert on this and am still working on it myself, but these strategies help calm things down and get back to a place of balance. I hope everyone has a great weekend and Happy Easter!

Back by popular demand, my other half, Matthew, joined me on today’s podcast episode. The last episode we recorded together was very well received. We each came up with five questions (for a total of 10) and answered them on air. Our goal with these episodes is to learn more about one another and encourage other couples to step back from the heaviness of life and reconnect through fun and authenti...

It's hard to believe March is already coming to a close. If you think of the year in quarters, we are rounding out Q1. I hope you've had a lovely and productive Q1. It's been a bit of a doozy of a month for me, but as always, I'm working hard to find the light in the darkness. Today I share 5 things that made me smile this month. After listening to my list, I hope you take time to do this activity...

I get pretty vulnerable in this episode because it’s been an emotional week. Since my mom passed away almost seven years ago, my dad has been struggling emotionally and physically. Worrying about and caring for him while taking care of my own children puts me in a group called the sandwich generation. We are people in our 30s, 40s, or 50s, who are sandwiched in the middle of two generations. Last...

The amazing Lana Jones joins me on today's episode. She's also been my best friend since seventh grade. You can't help but feel the authentic connection she and I share. My gratitude for her is boundless. During our conversation, we offer a glimpse into our friendship and explore a few deep and lighthearted topics. I plan to have her join me in future episodes where we'll dig further into some of...

In 2013-2014, I experienced a series of severe migraines and ear infections. I was kind of shocked when we drilled down to why the headaches and infections were happening. Once we discovered the origin of the dis-ease, I made a couple of significant changes that truly impacted my life. Since then, I've made additional health and wellness adjustments. On today's episode, I share 13 of those with yo...

In 2019 I published a children's book called The Jolt Around the World. Since then, numerous people have asked about the process of writing and publishing a book. It would be impossible for me to sit down with each individual and explain how to write a children's book, so I decided to share the information through a podcast episode. If there is anyone out there who has a dream of bringing their id...

I don't like the phrase "life balance." It implies that all aspects of our lives have to be in equilibrium, which is simply impossible. Instead, I've begun to think of my existence in terms of "life harmony." To me, this feels more fluid and attainable. In today's episode, I introduce something called The Wheel of Life, created by Paul J. Meyer, which focuses on the six core areas of our lives: he...

Wow, February flew by much quicker than January! With today being the last day of the month, I share five things that made me smile in February (in no particular order). This is a practice I started many years ago when I was blogging three times a week on my blog, Zealous Mom. No matter the mood I'm in, simply focusing on five things that made me smile during the month instantly shifts my energy....

We live in a world obsessed with self-help. Whether it's books, podcasts, TED talks, apps, workout regimens, eating plans, supplements, or life coaches, we try all kinds of strategies to feel empowered, energized, and happy. Sometimes, however, it's the things we do for others that truly make the difference. And the irony is that when we work to support other people, we gain so much in return. In...

In relationships, it's the little things that often matter the most. It's the common knowledge and connections that create a meaningful and authentic partnership. It's feeling truly known and seen by the other person that feels so comforting. On today's episode, I welcome a very special guest. The two of us answer surprise questions with the goal of getting to know one another better. It's a fun a...

Did you know skin hunger is an actual thing? When we have't been touched or haven't touched others in a while, we deplete the oxytocin in our brains which affects many aspects of our lives. On today's episode, I talk about what skin hunger or touch deprivation is and how we can make sure it doesn't negatively impact our lives or the lives of those we love. 

Feng shui is an ancient philosophy that focuses on the energy (chi) flowing through the spaces in which we work, play, and live. It's a really cool topic to explore. Many of us already do things that would fall under the umbrella of "creating good feng shui," such as decluttering, having plants, creating balance in rooms, etc. In today's episode, I talk specifically about the feng shui of a bedroo...

I had so much fun recording this episode with my dear friend, Jessi Stone. She is a writer, former journalist, holistic wellness coach and yoga instructor. Our plan was to talk about moon circles, which we did but as always tends to happen with my episodes, we spun into some deeper topics and figured out what all women need. Regarding the moon circles, our bodies are made of 75% water so if the mo...

During the month of February, I'll be talking a lot about relationships. Whether it's a romance, friendship, or even the one we have with our own soul, relationships create the magic in life. In today's episode, I discuss Knapp's Relationship Development Model and how every relationship goes through definitive stages. If you're struggling in a relationship or someone you love is struggling, this p...

It's easy to spiral into a mindset of negativity and overthinking, but with a little practice, we can shift our habits to where we automatically focus on the good in our lives instead of the bad. One of my life mantras is "Whatever we appreciate, we create more of." If we focus on and appreciate the good in our lives, we will create more good in our lives. The opposite is true as well. In this epi...

The bleak winter months can wreak havoc on our mental health, but there are strategies we can take to boost our moods and make the colder months more enjoyable. Today I discuss 9 ways to improve your mood during the winter. By the way, I make you wait until the end to hear #4. ;) 

Most of us know a little about or have at least heard the term "manifesting." In early 2022, I became very curious about the practices surrounding manifestation and began performing them in my own life, only to be very surprised by how much they increased my vibration and energy. I also realized how throughout my life, I have unknowingly manifested people, things, and situations by subconsciously...

The episode is a must-listen. I sit down with wellness coach Beth Sanderson Hooper to talk about several aspects of health/fitness/wellness. Our primary goal was to discuss 5 wellness trends in today's world, but as we talked we discovered the secret to having the body you've always desired. To feel empowered and emboldened, take a listen to Beth's advice. Below are the audio timestamps for indivi...