Calming Confectionery | Decompressing through Hobbies

Morning and evening routines are all the rage: Do this long list of things in the morning and this long list of things in the evening and you will have a more fulfilling life! But I bet you look at the things that people are doing in the morning and say to yourself, “I could never do all that! I barely have time to brush my hair and put on makeup…” And I totally get that! That’s why, in this episo...

The "I don't have time for self-care" excuse is just that, an excuse! In this episode, I discuss the one thing that is likely taking up much of your precious time that could be used to take care of yourself. I also discuss how that one activity is likely affecting you beyond the time factor and how making one simple change will help you mentally. Let's start your self-care journe...

When I started my self-care journey after Chris had his surgery a year ago, I made 3 big mistakes. I don't want you to make those same mistakes on your journey, so in this episode I discuss those mistakes and what to do instead. This way, instead of starting and not continuing because of these mistakes, you start a seamless journey that helps you take better care of yourself, resulting in you...

Do you ever find yourself holding your breath or taking shallow breaths when you want to communicate a boundary to your family, friends, or someone from work? When you're really nervous or anxious your body feels heavy or you get light-headed? There's a scientific reason for this and in this episode I am sharing why taking deep breaths is essential to you managing your emotions and communi...

A few weeks ago I had a lovely conversation with Allie Brooke from The Growth Mindset Gal Podcast. She has so graciously allowed me to use the audio from that episode to add to my podcast. In this episode we answer the following questions: How can women begin to control their negative thoughts? How can women learn to process their emotions? What are some strategies women can use to become more com...

You can avoid burnout! It does involve a bit of thinking and discovery on the front-end though. But don't despair; it can be done. Even if you feel you aren't creative or tend to feel guilty for taking time for yourself away from your family, work, or business, you can discover what lights you up. And you can take part in it without feeling guilty! In this episode I give some suggestions o...

Introvert or extrovert? Really it doesn't matter! Taking care of your mental and emotional health by doing what lights you up, even if it's just for 2 minutes, is essential for avoiding burnout. In addition, you are in a better place to serve your clients and customers by identifying their needs. This can only be done from a place of clarity. In this episode I give you some suggestions on...

"Follow those who offer similar things," they said. "It will be great inspiration!" But after following someone with a large following who constantly sells out her launches can quickly turn into discouragement by you comparing your present to her present. In this episode, I discuss some things you can do to keep your thoughts in check so you can create the lifestyle you want to live based on the t...

Energy is a limited resource for everyone, even if you tend to be high-energy. In January, I experienced a month that required me to use the energy that I would have normally devoted to this business to life and my bookkeeping business. In this episode, I share an unconventional opinion that I would love to hear your thoughts on. Send me a DM on Instagram so we can chat about it. @calmingconfectio...

I get it! The algorithm on social media sucks... It stings when you work really hard to attract your ideal client or customer and less than half of your followers see your post. Your conclusion? The algorithm hates you and your content. But is this the REAL issue? Is the algorithm the REAL reason you aren't making your revenue goal? In this episode we discuss the fact that the way the algorithm wo...

While in the thick of getting your business off the ground, I know that it is hard to see when things are going in the right direction. That's why I encourage you to celebrate in written form every single day something positive that happened. The negative is strong, but the positive can win! You just have to train your brain to look for them. In this episode, I explain the consequences of not writ...

Is the pain associated with not marketing your business greater than the pleasure of doing it? I know that seems like a strange question, but it's one you should be asking yourself every time you are faced with a decision, especially one you are hesitating to pull the trigger on. In this episode, I give you two questions that will help you weigh the pain and pleasure of making decisions, so make s...

Have you ever thought, "If I can just shut my negative voice up, I can get on with my life and do what I want without hesitation"? If so, I have excellent news for you! As a recovering perfectionist, sometimes you experience this in your family life, other times at work, and still other times with your friends. This episode gives you the steps you need to take to turn your Negative Nancy into Posi...

As a recovering perfectionist, you are likely letting fear keep you where you are even though you are unhappy in your current circumstances. In this episode, I discuss some things you can do when you feel stuck, whether it's in your business, at your job, or even at home. I also stress the importance of doing what lights you up and the benefits of taking just 5 minutes a day to yourself. Join me f...

It's not uncommon for us as women to try to shut out all emotion when negative things are happening in our lives. But by numbing the negative emotions we are also numbing the good ones. Find out what I learned about what I was doing as a numbing activity (drugs and alcohol are not the only ones!) and why I am trying to move past it and how. Follow on Instagram Subscribe to Exclusive Episodes Go to...

Walking down the street, going to the grocery store, visiting some friends - all of these things can put a woman at risk for being attacked. So how do you prepare yourself mental and physically for the possibilities that we as women face everyday? In this episode, I'm talking to Tasha Ina Church, an empowerment coach who teaches practical self-defense for women. Tune in to learn her story and how...

The way that we talk about ourselves, whether to ourselves or to others, has a massive impact on how positive or negative we view our personal worth. In this episode, let's discuss ways to stay out of the negativity cycle and breed more positivity and joy into your life! Follow on Instagram Subscribe to Exclusive Episodes Go to https://betterhelp.com/calming for 10% off your first month of therapy...

A common misconception is that perfection and excellence are the same thing. They, in fact, are not! In this episode I discuss the difference and what I've been learning from "The Gifts of Imperfection." You'll also learn about the hobby I've been honing to excellence! Follow on Instagram Subscribe to Exclusive Episodes

Have you ever lacked motivation, decided to rest, and then felt guilty for it - only to start your cycle soon after? Or maybe you knew it was time for your cycle to start and you could feel the drain that comes with it begin to set in. But you had things to do and pushed through it... If you have experienced either of these, or something similar, tune in to this episode to learn how to manage expe...

Do you ever feel alone in the way you feel? That if you just had someone to talk to when you are on the brink of burnout that you would be able to get through it? Look no more! This episode details the additional support you can receive from me! It will take some work from you to get all of the benefits, but I promise it will be worth it. I'm still looking for a name for the community, so please s...

When life changes unexpectedly multiple times, how do you handle it? Does the fact that your routine has just been interrupted push you over the edge? In this episode, I discuss how I coped with my husband being in the hospital for the majority of the month of May. I also discuss what you can do when a situation out of your control crops up. Join the community: instagram.com/calmingconfectionery

Awkward conversations should happen so that they are no longer are awkward. For example, why is it not a thing to talk openly about the effect birth control has on the female body, mind, and soul? Tune in to listen in to a conversation I have with my friend, Quesha Huggins, about the changes and struggles we experienced with finding what contraception worked best for each of us. We also chat about...

More often than not, the way we feel when we wake up in the morning is the way we feel throughout the rest of the day. But what would happen if we didn’t do that? What would happen if we chose to make the day better? In this episode, I discuss some ways to avoid negatively predetermining your day. Join the community: instagram.com/calmingconfectionery

In this episode you will find my number 1 tip for combating perfectionism. I also discuss how simple it is to apply that tip so you can keep yourself from heading towards burnout. Don't miss another episode, and subscribe now! Join the community: instagram.com/calmingconfectionery

This is the first episode in over 5 months because I let something silly get in the way of recording. In this episode, I will explain what happened, what you should expect from the podcast in the future, and how to get support from a community of women who feel just like you. Hit that subscribe button so you don't miss an episode! Follow me on Instagram: instagram.com/calmingconfectionery