Gabs Hayes

Overwhelmed and Over It • Where Families Live a Wealthier Life

Kids EN ↓ 88 episodes

A podcast for overwhelmed parents who are over it. Real questions. Real answers. Real support. If you want a wealthier life full of memories, support, and laughter... you’re home. This show is your place to breathe, laugh, and feel less alone in the chaos of real family life. Each episode is a mix of honest stories, practical guidance, where we answer the hard questions parents can’t always ask out loud. We talk about family dynamics, emotional regulation, identity shifts, relationships, burnout, joy, and the everyday challenges no one prepared us for.

Author

Gabs Hayes

Category

Kids

Podcast website

overwhelmed.family

Latest episode

Mar 25, 2026

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Episodes

Navigating the Joy and Resentment of Caregiving 27.07.2024

In this episode of Highly Inquisitive, host Gabs dives into the complex emotions of motherhood, exploring the often unspoken duality of joy and resentment that many mothers experience. Gabs shares her own struggles with feeling overwhelmed by the responsibilities of parenting and the pressure to be everything to everyone. She delves into the challenges of balancing work, family life, and personal...

Rebuilding Your Resilience After an Emotional Relapse 22.07.2024

In this special episode of Highly Inquisitive, host Gabs surprises listeners with an exclusive sneak peek into the upcoming "Women Thrive Vol. III" anthology. Delving into the raw and vulnerable topic of emotional relapse, this chapter excerpt offers hope and guidance for women who may be struggling to find their footing again. Join Gabs as she shares her own experiences with relapse and...

Overwhelmed & Over It 13.07.2024

In this episode of Highly Inquisitive, host Gabs gets real about her personal struggles with overwhelm and depression. She shares how she mistook her depression for "overwhelm" and the reasons behind this common misconception. If you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or like you're barely keeping your head above water, this episode is for you. Gabs offers words of encouragement, rem...

My Journey to Embracing My Future Self (And How You Can Too) 06.07.2024

Episode Description: Have you ever felt the weight of burnout holding you back from your true potential? In this episode of Highly Inquisitive, host Gabs Hayes shares her personal journey of self-discovery after hitting a wall and taking a sabbatical. Tune in as Gabs reveals: The unexpected quantum leaps she experienced during her year of rest and reflection. How she finally met her "weightle...

How to Know If You've Met Your Future Self 29.06.2024

Have you ever experienced a glimpse of your future self? A moment of clarity where you felt weightless, free, and full of possibilities? In this episode of Highly Inquisitive, host Gabs Hayes shares a powerful story about her own quantum leap journey and the unexpected moment when she finally met her "weightless" future self. Join Gabs as she explores: What it means to experience a quant...

The Perfectionist's Secret Fear of Hearing "No" (And How to Overcome It) 22.06.2024

Are you a recovering perfectionist? Do you find yourself constantly striving for flawlessness, afraid to make a mistake or hear the word "no"? . In this episode of Highly Inquisitive, host Gabs Hayes gets candid about her own struggles with perfectionism and the surprising truth she discovered about its root cause. Join Gabs as she explores: The hidden fear behind perfectionism – the fea...

How to Embrace the Messy Middle and Live Without Regrets 15.06.2024

Are you so focused on reaching the end goal that you're missing the joy of the journey? In this episode of Highly Inquisitive, host Gabs Hayes challenges you to reframe your perspective on life as a project with a defined end. ........................... Instead of obsessing over the outcome, Gabs encourages you to embrace the messy middle – the ups, the downs, and all the unexpected twists an...

How to Stop Chasing Busy and Start Living 08.06.2024

Are you addicted to being busy? Do you constantly feel the need to be doing something , anything, just to avoid sitting still with your thoughts and feelings? In this episode of Highly Inquisitive, host Gabs Hayes gets real about her own struggle with busyness and how it kept her from truly connecting with herself and others. She shares how a cross-country move forced her to confront her addiction...

Your Batteries are Rechargeable but not Replaceable 01.06.2024

Beyond Recharging: Why Rest Isn't Just About Batteries We all know we need rest, but is it really just about "recharging" like a battery? This episode challenges that idea and explores a more sustainable approach to rest. Host Gabs dismantles the myth of the endlessly refillable battery and argues for long-term care of your "life battery." Learn how to shift your mindset ar...

I Have Never Felt More Seen 25.05.2024

Finally Seen: Breaking Free from Silence and Stepping into Your Power Have you ever felt invisible, even to the people closest to you? Gabs shares a powerful personal story about the importance of showing up authentically and prioritizing your own needs. This episode explores the fear of being seen and how it can hold us back from living a fulfilling life. Learn how to break free from the silence,...

Death Doesn't Just Happen at the End of Your Life 18.05.2024

Death Isn't Just the End: Embracing Life's Endings & New Beginnings Life is full of changes, and sometimes those changes feel like endings. This episode explores the concept of "death" not just as a physical event, but as the closing of chapters in our lives. Host Gabs shares her own experience with a recent family transition and how it's sparked a powerful mindset shift. Learn how to navigate gri...

Your Struggle Isn't With Loving Your Body 09.05.2024

From Body Battles to Body Love: A Celebration of Your Journey Have you ever felt at war with your reflection? Join Gabs, a self-love advocate who's been there, as she breaks down the lies your mind tells you about your body. This episode is a powerful shift from body negativity to celebrating the incredible journey your body has been on. Learn to recognize the strength and resilience it embodies,...

Your Inner Critic is Doing It's Job 04.05.2024

Stop Silencing Your Inner Critic! It's There to Help (Seriously!) We all have that voice in our head, the one questioning our choices. But what if your inner critic isn't the enemy? Gabs challenges the status quo and argues that our inner critic actually wants to keep us safe! Learn to have a healthy conversation with your inner voice and harness its power to make better decisions. If you...

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