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Healthy Vibes for MomsEpisode 100: Choose to LIVE WELLLet us choose good every day and decide what we want more of this year, and what we want less of.
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-Mary Oliver2023-01-1624 minHealthy Vibes for MomsEpisode 99: Hope and heartache can exist togetherIt is ok to feel hope as we go through heartache. This is life. We feel like we need permission. We don’t, but I give you this permission, because I feel that hope is how we heal, and how we keep our eyes up during the heartache. So let us keep looking for joy and light in our hardest seasons.
Verse: Not only that, but we rejoice in our sufferings, knowing that suffering produces endurance, and endurance produces character, and character produces hope, and hope does not put us to shame, because God's love has been po...2022-12-1910 minHealthy Vibes for MomsEpisode 98: Joy comes from the simple thingsIn order to truly feel the joy that comes each day, we have to slow down and live through the simple things, by speaking it, sharing it, being an example of noticing it, and giving this to our kids.2022-12-1212 minHealthy Vibes for MomsEpisode 97: You give life to what you give your energy toIt is our choice where we put our time and energy. Even when we have to do something we don’t want to, we can put our energy into a bad attitude and complaining, or trying to find some good in the situation. Be more intentional about what you give life to. It matters.2022-11-1410 minHealthy Vibes for MomsEpisode 96: Interview with Lindsey Wilson about mindset training for elite athletes, coaches, and other high performers in competitionToday’s guest, Lindsey Wilson is a mindset and high performance mindset coach, a former professional athlete and the founder of Positive Performance and The Mindset Coach Academy. As a collegiate and professional athlete, Lindsey utilized mindset coaching tools from a young age. This allowed her to experience tremendous success as a basketball player at Iowa State University, get drafted in the WNBA and play overseas for 8 seasons.
However, despite her many accolades, her proudest result was being described as ‘relentless’ more than once by opposing coaches. Something she attributes to her mindset training. But she also had a...2022-11-0748 minHealthy Vibes for MomsEpisode 95: Have you prayed about it?Our days are filled with so many things pulling on us, weighing on us, and asking for our response, or our decision. Learn to take your time, and go to the one who has our path already known for us.
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Then you will call on me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you. Jeremiah 29:12
2022-10-3114 minHealthy Vibes for MomsEpisode 94: Trying to stay “good” with peopleQuoted from Lysa TerKeurst’s Instagram…
“A prayer for the girl who’s tired of trying to please everyone in her life. Dear God, I have been giving so much of my energy trying to stay “good” with people, and it has left me exhausted, depleted, and constantly feeling taken advantage of. Lord, help me determine what I should say yes to and what I should say no to. And as I draw necessary boundaries, I ask for your peace to guard my heart and mind through difficult decisions and conversations. I ask today that you remind me of how mu...2022-10-1011 minHealthy Vibes for MomsEpisode 93: The WaitingThere are so many instances each day where I believe God is trying to teach us to become more patient and accepting in the waiting, to help grow us spiritually for greater strength and acceptance in the big challenges in life.
Quote: And God would not waste her time waiting. He was planning. He was preparing. And her heart grew stronger in every prayers. @laurenfortenberrywrites on Instagram
Quote: But as for me, I watch in hope for the Lord, I wait for God my Savior; my God will hear me. Micah 7:72022-10-0312 minHealthy Vibes for MomsEpisode 92: Choose to BelieveChoose to believe, even when things seem dark and uncertain. Choose to believe in your loved ones, even on the hard days.
Resources: Lauren Daigle: You Say2022-09-1918 minHealthy Vibes for MomsEpisode 91: Choosing something differentThese are small choices that we can shift, or change, and make all the difference in how we feel, our relationships, and how our day goes. Evaluate your choices this week, and decide where you can choose differently.2022-09-1221 minHealthy Vibes for MomsEpisode 90: What does your morning look like?There are so many benefits of a morning routine. There are simple choices you can make starting now for your morning to feel better, and change the rest of your day. Decide that you want to control your day, rather than your day controlling you.
Resources: Daily Intentions Journal2022-09-0510 minHealthy Vibes for MomsEpisode 89: What are you becoming complacent with?It is easy to become complacent in things that matter to us, like our health, relationships, marriage, time with God, or our goals and dreams. The world can easily pull us away from what matters. Take time this week to pause and evaluate where your time and energy is going.
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Quote: God can not be the source of your strength if the world is the source of your standards.2022-08-2916 minHealthy Vibes for MomsEpisode 88: What’s distracting you?Many times these continual distractions are helping us to react better, and learn how to not be derailed by them, so that we can grow and mature spiritually.2022-08-0810 minHealthy Vibes for MomsEpisode 87: What are you consuming?Let us pay attention to what we are filling up with this week.2022-08-0110 minHealthy Vibes for MomsEpisode 86: It starts with usWe have to remember that our mood, reactions, attitude, tone, and more is in our control. Let us take ownership of knowing that we can control ourselves.
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Mantra for the week: It starts with me.2022-07-2510 minHealthy Vibes for MomsEpisode 85: Stop avoiding the hard thingsMany times these hard things are hurdles that God puts in front of us to help us grow and mature spiritually.
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Quote: God can not be the source of your strength if the world is the source of your standards.2022-07-1815 minHealthy Vibes for MomsEpisode 84: Everything takes time, practice, and repetitionLet’s strengthen our perseverance, resilience, and patience.
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Daily Intentions Journal for clarity and peace.
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And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us. -Hebrews 12:1
Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up. -Galatians 6:92022-07-0409 minHealthy Vibes for MomsEpisode 83: God wants us to feel freedom and peaceJesus came to set us free, and I believe God wants us to feel freedom and peace. Choose to let go of all those ugly feelings today.
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How we decide to receive and react to the really hard parts of our circumstances shows us what our hearts are filled with. - Bob Goff2022-06-2713 minHealthy Vibes for MomsEpisode 82: 5 More Simple Choices to Make Each DayHealthy habits begin with consistently making small, simple choices day after day.
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Daily Intentions Journal for clarity and peace.2022-06-0610 minHealthy Vibes for MomsEpisode 81: 5 Simple Habits to Start Before BreakfastIt is the small, simple choices that add up to big changes in our lives. Every good, small choice we make, consistently creates positive change in our relationships, our mindset, and our perspective. We then want to make more good choices for our mind and our health.2022-05-3009 minHealthy Vibes for MomsEpisode 80: What are you becoming ok with?It is ok to speak up when something isn’t right, or goes against your values, but let’s just approach it in a healthy way, so that our voice is heard, and based on God’s word.
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Daily Intentions Journal for clarity and peace.2022-05-0912 minHealthy Vibes for MomsEpisode 79: Value of the VesselLet us be an example of self-care for our kids. If they don’t see us caring for our heart, mind, and soul, they won’t realize how essential it is to take care of ourselves in this world.
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Daily Intentions Journal2022-05-0220 minHealthy Vibes for MomsEpisode 78: Letting go of GuiltLet us grow, mature, create boundaries, and have the courage to make hard choices when needed.
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Daily Intentions Journal for clarity and peace.2022-04-2513 minHealthy Vibes for MomsEpisode 77: Authenticity is everythingPay attention to who makes you feel good, improves your energy, and makes it easy to be yourself. Be that person for someone else. What makes you different is what makes you great. Be original. God made you unique, and gave you gifts, so be sure to use them.
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10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know, by Kari Kampakis2022-04-1817 minHealthy Vibes for MomsEpisode 76: Perspective shiftsThere are many times throughout the day and season that we all just need small shifts. Find a different perspective. Adjust your lens. Forgiveness. Grace. It could be worse. You probably don’t know the whole story, and sometimes you don’t need to know every little detail and opinion. Pause and take a breath.2022-04-1111 minHealthy Vibes for MomsEpisode 75: Do you really want a solution?It takes maturity, letting go, courage and humility to actually take a calm, strategic approach to solving the problem, fixing it, walking away, or just enduring your way through. God didn’t remove the Red Sea…he parted it.
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Daily Intentions Journal2022-04-0214 minHealthy Vibes for MomsEpisode 74: Letting go of control and trusting GodTrying to control all things can lead to anxiety, disappointment, frustration, and stress. What are you trying to control that you should begin to let go of the grip you have on it?
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Daily Intentions Journal2022-03-2812 minHealthy Vibes for MomsEpisode 73: Feelings can visit, but they don’t need to stayThere is nothing wrong with how something makes us feel, but we should pay attention to how long we hold on to these feelings. This can affect our health, the state of our mind, and our relationships if we keep carrying certain feelings around.
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Daily Intentions Journal2022-03-2115 minHealthy Vibes for MomsEpisode 72: Midweek Encouragement…Eyes UpListen to Monday’s podcast episode to hear the intention for this week of choosing HOPE and JOY amidst heartache and struggle.
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YouVersion Bible App2021-11-2407 minHealthy Vibes for MomsEpisode 71: Celebrating and finding JOYThis is week 4 of a 4 week series. Even in our darkest days, God will give us hope, joy, and light. We just have to seek it, find it, and decide that we will still choose to find the light.
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YouVersion Bible App2021-11-2218 minHealthy Vibes for MomsEpisode 70: Midweek Encouragement…Patience and practiceListen to Monday’s podcast episode #69 to hear the full intention for the week, of using our time in the best way possible for our health.
Download the Value Declaration document to help you out.
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Daily Intentions Journal2021-11-1703 minHealthy Vibes for MomsEpisode 69: Small shifts in your timeThis is week 3 of a 4 week series. You get to choose how you use your time. 5 minutes here. 5 minutes there. It all adds up. Time is precious. Be sure you are treating it that way.
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[Daily Intentions Journal](www.dailyintentionsjournal.com)2021-11-1515 minHealthy Vibes for MomsEpisode 68: Midweek Encouragement…How you treat yourself mattersListen to Monday’s podcast episode #67 to hear the intention for this week of paying attention to where our energy is used.
Download the Value Declaration document to help you out.
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Daily Intentions Journal2021-11-1005 minHealthy Vibes for MomsEpisode 67: Our energy and how much it mattersThis is week 2 of a 4 week series. Our energy each day affects our mood, happiness, health, how we feel, and what we think we are capable of. It is time to pay attention, and become aware of what is best for you and your health.
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Daily Intentions Journal2021-11-0819 minHealthy Vibes for MomsEpisode 66: Midweek encouragement … think small and be intentionalListen to Monday’s podcast episode #65 to hear the intention for this week. We talk about living for our values and learning to say no.
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Daily Intentions Journal2021-11-0304 minHealthy Vibes for MomsEpisode 65: What are your values and are you living them?This is week 1 of a 4 week series. Take time to write down your values and pay attention to your choices, and if they truly reflect what you believe and what matters to you. This will help you know when to say “yes”, and when to say “no”.
Download the Value Declaration document to help you out.
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Daily Intentions Journal2021-11-0125 minHealthy Vibes for MomsEpisode 64: Do not be derailedDescription:
Let us embrace our passions, values, and what matters the most to us. But if someone, or something, tries to distract us, let us pay attention and not get derailed.
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Daily Intentions Journal2021-10-0410 minHealthy Vibes for MomsEpisode 63: Courage is new every dayWhatever happened today is gone. Everyday is a fresh start. New courage. New strength. New perspective.2021-09-2710 minHealthy Vibes for MomsEpisode 62: You can be kind and still say NOIt is time to practice saying no. Stay in charge of what fills your time and energy this week. Don’t let the worldly distractions steal your joy, or your faith in your purpose. Be on your guard as to what is most important to you, and remember you always have a choice.
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The Best Yes, Lysa TerKeurst
Boundaries, Dr. Henry Cloud and Dr. John Townsend
Daily Intentions Journal2021-09-2014 minHealthy Vibes for MomsEpisode 61: Stop taking it personalFirst, be sure you are taking care of yourself so that you are rested, strong, and equipped to handle these situations. When your kids act out, stop taking it so personal. They are kids, and they have a lot of stress on them. Stay calm, honest, and gently work to connect with them, instead of battle with them. It isn’t easy, but we can choose different approaches to encourage, guide, and connect with them.
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Live Love Now, by Rachel Macy Stafford
Daily Intentions Journal, Kelley Ranaudo2021-08-2317 minHealthy Vibes for MomsEpisode 60: You ALWAYS have a choiceRegardless of the circumstance, or situation, you have to always remember that you get to choose. Even if you don’t like what you have to do, you can choose a good attitude, and choose how you respond to what is going on. Don’t ever let anyone pressure you, or try to persuade you to choose something that you don’t want. You are responsible for your choices, so make sure it is what you want to choose.
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The Best Yes, Lysa TerKeurst
Boundaries, Dr. Henry Cloud and Dr. John Townsend
Daily Intent...2021-08-1615 minHealthy Vibes for MomsEpisode 59: Unconditional LoveBegin to choose love with our daily interactions with our loved ones. Let us practice more grace, forgiveness, and letting go.
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Live Love Now, Rachel Macy Stafford
Daily Intentions Journal To help you find clarity and peace.2021-07-1223 minHealthy Vibes for MomsEpisode 58: Let us not give up during this timeLet us not give up and throw in the towel. It is our responsibility to take care of ourselves, so that we are strong enough to take care of our family. Take care of yourself first, so that you can guide, encourage and celebrate your kids and family.
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Live Love Now, Rachel Macy Stafford
Daily Intentions Journal2021-07-0511 minHealthy Vibes for MomsEpisode 57: Respect and BoundariesIt is easy to get upset or blame others for how they are treating you. But, if you are letting them treat you that way...they think you are ok with it. We have to speak up. Respect yourself. Respect your boundaries. So that others will respect you.
Boundaries, Dr. Henry Cloud and Dr. John Townsend
Daily Intentions Journal2021-06-2816 minHealthy Vibes for MomsEpisode 56: Living to please God and not the worldWhen I began my journey of saying no to things that were not filling my tank with good, I began to weigh every choice with God, my values, and where my energy was needed. This helped so much in saying no to things that were not good for me and my values. Because my decisions were grounded in God, I didn’t feel as guilty, or even that I needed to explain.
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The Best Yes, Lysa TerKeurst
Boundaries, Dr. Henry Cloud and Dr. John Townsend
Daily Intentions Journal2021-06-2114 minHealthy Vibes for MomsEpisode 55: Mourning Routine ReminderIt is so easy for our mornings to get hijacked, and eventually get out of the habit of starting our day in the way best for us. Let us refocus and start again tomorrow. Each day is a chance to start again.2021-06-0709 minHealthy Vibes for MomsEpisode 54: Choosing HappinessIt is the small choices every day that accumulate and help us feel good, or sometimes continue to feel not-so-good. Let us be more intentional about every small choice, and choosing good. Sometimes when we feel down, we struggle with that next choice, and continue to dig a hole, rather than begin the small steps to begin climbing out of the hole, so that we can begin to see the light.2021-05-3111 minHealthy Vibes for MomsEpisode 53: DistractedLet’s start paying attention to the small things every day that try to distract us, rob us of our happiness, and take us away from God. 2021-05-2413 minHealthy Vibes for MomsEpisode 52: Self-care truthsIt is so common to fall off track with self-care. We all do it. We have to be kinder to ourselves when we fall off track. Forgive yourself and start again. Let go of this habit of beating ourselves up, and move on.2021-04-1111 minHealthy Vibes for MomsEpisode 51: In order to care more, you have to care lessI used to never want to disappoint anyone, but I was the one that was losing. I had to start being ok with saying no to others, so that I could say yes to God, my family and myself. It is ok to care less about some things. You are not a bad person. You are not unkind. Choose for your values. Choose for God and your family. When they are your first choice, it is ok to say no to other things.2021-04-0419 minHealthy Vibes for MomsEpisode 50: Faith over FearThis is a habit we have to adopt over and over every single day, to choose faith when we begin to feel fear creep in.2021-03-2811 minHealthy Vibes for MomsEpisode 49: I am SecondSelf care is more important now than ever. We start with God, then us, and how giving and serving is an important part of self care as well.2021-03-2113 minHealthy Vibes for MomsEpisode 47: Patterns, Routines and Habits We Should BreakThis week we are going to look at our daily routines, and see if there is something we should break, or get rid of, in order to help us accomplish what we are chasing….maybe less stress, more calm, more rest, or just feeling better.2020-11-0913 minHealthy Vibes for MomsEpisode 48: Interview Jenni Spuler about encouraging thoughts for our kids, our marriage and momsWe talk about the challenging seasons of life, and how good can be found right along with it. She shares encouraging thoughts for our kids, our marriage, and for us moms during this time, while giving us powerful, healthy words that can shift how we are doing our day-to-day right now. Every one of us needs this encouragement right now to lift us up, and Jenni reminds us that nothing can rob God’s purpose for our life. Take the time to listen in. You don’t want to miss this, and what Jenni has planned over the next year...2020-11-051h 25Healthy Vibes for MomsEpisode 46: Embracing the Season You are InAll of life is a combination of good seasons, and challenging seasons. Regardless of what is going on, be sure we all enjoy the routine, embrace the small joys, and find the silver lining during our challenging seasons.2020-11-0213 minHealthy Vibes for MomsEpisode 45: Stop digging!In this episode, we chat about how to make better choices when we are feeling down, and stressed. Rather than making ourselves feel worse, we have to plan our go-to choices, that little-by-little, will help us to begin to get out of our slump. Let us teach our kids to do the same. 2020-10-2610 minHealthy Vibes for MomsEpisode 44: Embracing the real storyMany of us make up stories in our heads, that aren’t even true. First, you are not alone. We all do it. Together, let us pay attention, and let it go, when it isn’t even true. 2020-10-1915 minHealthy Vibes for MomsEpisode 43: A workout for your mindToday we talk about the struggles of our minds every day, and how we can fill our minds with good each day. We also talk about becoming aware of what could be draining your mind, and what to do about it.2020-09-2816 minHealthy Vibes for MomsEpisode 42: The Daily Intentions JournalIn this episode, we chat about why and how I created the journal. I tell you about what is in it, and how you can actually change how you feel each day by taking 20 minutes to add this daily practice to your morning. 2020-09-2123 minHealthy Vibes for MomsEpisode 41: Do your own personal workToday we talk about the struggles that can become so common in our relationships, and how we have to own, and do our own personal work to help our relationships. We can’t change others, so let us embrace doing the small things every day to help ourselves, and our relationships that matter so much to us. 2020-08-3116 minHealthy Vibes for MomsEpisode 40: Living with more IntentionIn this episode, we chat about finding one thing each week to focus on, and be more intentional about. This has helped me over the last few years to be in the moment more, feel less stress, and more in control of my days. Do I still have challenging days? Yes. But, I have more tools in my tool box to help me bounce back a bit easier, and handle the daily struggles a bit better.2020-08-2422 minHealthy Vibes for MomsEpisode 39: How to get and keep our kids moving?One of my passions is getting our kids moving. I feel strongly about this for many reasons. Not only their health, and strength, but for their happiness, stress, and mental health as well. With all the uncertainty in the world right now, kids need help with choices that will help them feel happier, healthier, and more confident. Just moving every day will lift their spirits and self-esteem. But how we approach getting them to move and exercise is important. Take time to listen so that you can give your kids the encouragement and support they need to develop a...2020-07-2712 minHealthy Vibes for MomsEpisode 38: Is Calm Really Possible?I wrote an article in February of this year about finding calm in our days. Now, as we find ourselves in the middle of a pandemic, we all need calm more than ever. If you want less stress, more calm, and a healthier mind, take time to listen and start being deliberate about what you let into your day.2020-07-2018 minHealthy Vibes for MomsEpisode 37: Interview with Connie Albers about our relationship with our teensAs a mother of a teen and pre-teen, this conversation was refreshing, and full of hope. Connie is an author, speaker, entrepreneur, and more. She gives practical advice to help you have a more meaningful relationship with your teen. Her book, “Parenting Beyond the Rules”, helped me transition into the teenage years, much better than I was doing on my own. We talk about boundaries, prioritizing the heart of our kids, learning how to adjust, and so much more. Connie has raised, and homeschooled, five teens, and she is passionate about encouraging and helping moms have a rich relationship with...2020-07-0657 minHealthy Vibes for MomsEpisode 36: The Most Important Work We DoWith all the uncertainty this year, what can we each do to help? Spend your energy loving on your family, teaching and guiding your kids, and becoming better humans every day. 2020-06-2909 minHealthy Vibes for MomsEpisode 35: HappinessHappiness comes in waves, and sometimes we aren’t sure when it is coming back, but there are many small choices we can make to give us moments of happiness. It isn’t about everything being great...it is about finding the light in the midst of all of life’s challenges.2020-06-2216 minHealthy Vibes for MomsEpisode 34: Interview with Louise ClarkeThere is so much goodness and wisdom in this conversation with Louise Clarke, who is a Certified Parenting Coach and Certified Mindfulness Teacher. We discuss taking things too personal with our children, how to become more aware and present, and how meditation can help us become more mindful. She says her “mission is to change not just parent’s lives, but children’s lives for the better, one family at a time.” I believe she is doing just that through her coaching, courses, books, and podcast. She does work with parents who have children with ADHD. Many of her resource...2020-06-0857 minHealthy Vibes for MomsEpisode 33: Saying no is a big part of self-careWhen it comes to self-care, there are many choices we should make each day to fill us up and make us feel good. Just as important for self-care, is realizing when we need to say no, and when we need better boundaries. There are many things we do every day that depletes our energy, because we aren’t saying no. Let us learn when to say yes, and when we really need a good healthy no.2020-06-0115 minHealthy Vibes for MomsEpisode 32: What are you filling your mind with?We have to be intentional about what we fill our mind with. Each day we have choices, and there are many good, positive, healthy vibes to give our minds. Let us be deliberate about giving our mind good energy every day. When our mind is in a better place, we can handle our daily challenges easier. 2020-05-2615 minHealthy Vibes for MomsEpisode 31: What are some simple things we are not getting enough of?In this uncertain time, self-care and our health is more important than ever. Here are a few simple habits that you can start doing right away to bring you more energy, clarity, and happiness. This is a quick listen. Join me and let us start feeling less stressed, and calmer today.2020-05-1111 minHealthy Vibes for MomsEpisode 30: Why you have to find quiet time.Finding quiet time isn’t always popular, encouraged, or even easy to find, but 10-20 minutes a day can decrease our stress, bring more calm, and help us to feel less anxious and overwhelmed.
Verse: The Lord will fight for you, and you have only to be silent. ~Exodus 14:142020-05-0411 minHealthy Vibes for MomsEpisode 29: What Can We Control Right Now?We have to accept our current situation, and accept what is in our control right now. We have to choose to protect your energy, take care of ourselves, lower our expectations, get closer to God, and be kind to each other. This can be a stressful time if you choose to let it take over. Choose to find the good, create a calmer environment, and help your tribe get through this. This will pass. Let us be better on the other side.
Honestly, I believe we have to take this time and get closer to God, closer...2020-04-2015 minHealthy Vibes for MomsEpisode 28: Homeschooling TipsI must say that choosing to homeschool your kids, and working remotely, is very different than what is going on now. So, yes, I know it is different, but I still am hoping that some things I have learned over the years might help.
I am not claiming to be an expert, and you also don’t have to agree with my beliefs for any of these tips to help you. I have been walking a different path for awhile, and I love it….but it’s not for everyone. But for now, we are all in this t...2020-04-1326 minHealthy Vibes for MomsEpisode 26: GraceGrace is a gift. Grace is a choice. You can show grace with kindness, compassion, humility, understanding, gentleness, and forgiveness. Grace can bring you more happiness, calm, and improve your health. Choose to be more gentle this week.2020-04-0609 minHealthy Vibes for MomsEpisode 25: How you and someone else can see things completely differentThis comes up every day with family, friends, and other moms, and anyone we come in contact with honestly. Changing our perspective, or just the ability to try to see someone else’s, can change our world. When you begin to feel resistance to something, it is time to look at other perspectives, push through, or make a move. Just changing your own perspective to how you are seeing a situation, can help you grow and do things you never thought possible. It can improve relationships, happiness, and confidence. Open your mind. There are always other ways to look at...2020-03-3021 minHealthy Vibes for MomsEpisode 27: What I want my kids to learn during this uncertain timeLet’s pause, stay calm, and truly think about what we want our kids to remember during this time. What should we be teaching them? Let’s be smart, calm, and thoughtful, but don’t let the media hype create panic, stress and anxiety. This won’t be the last uncertain challenge our kids will face. Let’s strengthen their faith, resilience, acceptance, understanding and self-care. I am not an expert, but no that I want to do my best to give them the tools to face uncertain times with hope, faith, and strength.
Resource: Mel Robbins2020-03-2317 minHealthy Vibes for MomsEpisode 24: The Struggle is so RealListen, none of us have it all together, even if it appears that way. You can be grateful, joyful and love your life, and still have struggles each day. Fear is a big part of what brings on stress, anxiety and overwhelm. This week we are choosing faith over fear...every single time. We are choosing to trust God in his plans and timing, and not let fear take over.
Resource: The War Room movie2020-03-0216 minHealthy Vibes for MomsEpisode 23: Letting Go of Habits that aren’t Serving YouI get honest on several habits that I am trying to let go of. These are the habits that I know hold me back, create more problems in relationships, and limit my growth. I want you to get honest as well, and work this week on letting go of the habits that are not serving you well. We have to remember they are habits, and they can be changed.2020-02-2421 minHealthy Vibes for MomsEpisode 22: You can turn it aroundWe all go through events and life challenges that can try to bring us down. How we react and how we handle these hard things affects our lives, outcomes, relationships and health. No matter how big this life event is, you can take care of yourself through the process. We don’t have to overreact through the process. Prayer and perspective will do wonders for your health, mind health and your relationships. Believe in yourself and take care of yourself no matter what you are going through.
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5 Second Rule, Mel Robbins
Everything is Figureoutable, Marie Fo...2020-02-1015 minHealthy Vibes for MomsEpisode 21: It is Ok to not be OkBad days and feeling down can come and go. We don’t want to stay in that place too long, but it is also up to us to start making simple choices to get out of it and feel better. Accepting ourselves, being kind to ourselves, and making small, good choices over and over can help us to feel better and get out of our funk easier every time.
Just remember, there is nobody better to do you, be you, or live your life. Embrace it.
Resource: Daring Greatly, by Brene’ Brown2020-02-0314 minHealthy Vibes for MomsEpisode 20: Stop ExplainingProtecting your energy and peace take intentional choices. Always feeling guilty and explaining your personal choices, will leave you feeling drained and frustrated. Start making choices for you, and giving a simple response for when you say no. This takes practice, but it is possible, and easier, when you are taking care of yourself, so you are strong and confident in your choices. One choice at a time. Join me.
Resource: Daring Greatly, by Brene’ Brown “Share with people who have earned the right to hear your story.” ~Brene’ Brown2020-01-2718 minHealthy Vibes for MomsEpisode 19: Taking OwnershipIt is more than ok to have things we struggle with. It is common to feel that you should “keep it all together”. But, we all have something that challenges us. We will talk about where to start to own what we are struggling with. Speak it and own it, then you can begin to improve it.
Resources: The 5 Second Rule, by Mel Robbins2020-01-0616 minHealthy Vibes for MomsEpisode 18: Living for Our Values vs. Living for the WorldBe strong and love who you are. Be more intentional and slow down. Take time to choose. I will tell you what helped me make choices that aligned with my values. If something is tugging at your heart, and doesn’t feel right, it probably isn’t.
Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. ~ Romans 12:2
Resources: The Bible, Prayer2019-12-3017 minHealthy Vibes for MomsEpisode 17: Accepting & Loving All of Who You Truly AreBefore you can truly be you fully, you have to start loving every single part of you. Love your challenges, and your strengths. We talk about what has helped me accept me, love me, and be more of myself every day. It is a choice. You can start loving yourself right now too.
Resources: The Gifts of Imperfection, by Brene’ Brown2019-12-2319 minHealthy Vibes for MomsEpisode 16: A Smaller Circle and More AuthenticityHaving a smaller circle doesn’t mean you have to cut people off. This just means to choose your time wisely. Don’t feel pressured to say yes all the time. You can love people, and still choose to say no. Know what season you are in, and where your time and energy need to go. Use it wisely. Don’t beat yourself up if you don’t have a big group of friends. Find people that let you truly be you and applaud you for it, and that you can have real conversations with. Seek authenticity. It is out ther...2019-12-1613 minHealthy Vibes for MomsEpisode 15: Get Uncomfortable & Grow Every DayWe talk about the benefits to doing something every day that is uncomfortable that will help you grow as a person. Also, how we will feel if we don’t get out of our comfort zone every day. Simple ways that we can manage the discomfort and help us take action. Together, let’s get out of our comfort zone, grow every day, chase our dreams, live fully, and find more happiness than we ever thought possible.
In order to live fully, you must be willing to step into the unknown. Fear kills more dreams than failure does...2019-12-0920 minHealthy Vibes for MomsEpisode 14: Fitness Myths and HacksSometimes too much health and fitness information can make us freeze and not take action at all. There are many myths and some simple hacks that can save us time and energy if we are open to it. Hopefully, there is at least one simple truth in this episode that helps make your fitness routine more meaningful. Most importantly, we want to get your body moving in some way every day. 2019-11-2517 minHealthy Vibes for MomsEpisode 13: Small things really make the biggest differenceThe biggest differences come in the smallest actions every day. You can feel so much joy, and give joy, by giving just a little every day to those around us. Whatever season you are in life...be all there. I believe that God tugs at us sometimes to show us where we can make a difference, or who might need us. When you hear, or see this, listen. Helping your neighbors, aging parents, giving compliments, holding the door open, or just asking someone about their day. Think small. Think simple. Think God. This is what begins to change our...2019-11-1815 minHealthy Vibes for MomsEpisode 12: Get CreativeWhat are you doing that is creative that you truly enjoy? We all need to be creative for our soul, for happiness, to tap into something deeper. Creativity brings us joy and happiness. As we get older, we get away from doing things that just make us feel good. We feel like we always have to be productive or checking something off our list. What moves you? What is something you just enjoy? Creativity can come from so many different activities. Find something this week to do that you just enjoy. “Creativity living is any life that is driven mo...2019-11-1118 minHealthy Vibes for MomsEpisode 11: Protecting Your EnergyHow we use our energy is as important, if not more than, how we use our time. What is considered good energy, and what energy can drain you? What lifts you up and what brings you down? Start paying attention to what you are letting into your life, and how it is affecting you, your mood, your happiness, how productive you are and your relationships. Remember...if something is on your plate, you put it there. 2019-11-0417 minHealthy Vibes for MomsEpisode 10: No Place for Judgement & Gossip in a Healthy MindGossip and judgement can be so common, and have unhealthy consequences for us. Why we should stay clear, and how we can avoid it, or get away from it. If you find yourself feeling judgemental often, you have to step back and nurture yourself. The happier we are with ourselves, the less judgement we will feel.
Ask yourself if you are looking through the eyes of love or judgement. You can change your perspective.
We will be intentional this week to avoid gossip and judgement. Post somewhere, or add a reminder to your phone with...2019-10-2716 minHealthy Vibes for MomsEpisode 9: Lighten UpIt is easy to get into the habit of criticizing mistakes, shortcomings, and expecting more than we should. When we constantly get upset over small things, we add so much stress to our lives, and the people’s lives that we love so much. Stress is one of the biggest culprits of disease, relationship problems, and anxiety in us and our kids. This episode talks about what we have to stop doing, and what we have to start doing, so that we can relax, decrease our stress, and truly enjoy our days.
We encourage each other to st...2019-10-2014 minHealthy Vibes for MomsEpisode 8: Social Media HealthThis is how I went from not liking social media, to learning how to set boundaries, enjoy, be inspired, and create lasting connections through social media. I created my own discipline, and learned how to change my feed for the better, and wasting less time on endless scrolling. There is so much good, but there can also be a downside for some of us. Let us all become more aware of how it makes us feel, and make a change if needed. It should be making us feel good, and helping us. You are not alone if it isn’t...2019-10-1319 minHealthy Vibes for MomsEpisode 7: The Importance of a Morning Routine and Making it Your OwnWhat are the benefits of a morning routine? Less stress. More clarity. More productivity. Self-care. Clear mind. More focus and progress. Happiness. What should you put in your own morning routine? Exercise, stretching, How do you choose and what time should you get up? Let’s discuss creating your own plan for your routine and how it can change your days. Our challenge this week is to create your own personalized morning routine.2019-10-0617 minHealthy Vibes for MomsEpisode 6: Take Your Power BackIt is common for most of us to feel the pressure of your choices from others, and even to look for approval, sometimes without even realizing it. Are you craving authenticity or even feeling unsettled? Become aware of what is making you unsettled, and what you truly value.
If you are craving authenticity, you should truly make sure you are being authentic and genuine yourself. This starts with choosing what makes you feel your best, and saying “yes” when you really want to, and “no” when you want to. We need to feel strong and in control of our c...2019-09-3014 minHealthy Vibes for MomsEpisode 5: Let Go of the BaggageWhat is about your baggage that you are holding on to, and why is it bothering you? In order to move into becoming your best self, you have to let go of your old habits. We are going to find something that we need to let go of. Let go of the baggage one day at a time. It gets better in time. It is a daily habit and we have to work at it each day.
It is common for most of us to struggle with letting go of other people’s opinions. We have to re...2019-09-2319 minHealthy Vibes for MomsEpisode 4: Your Mind MattersToday we are going to begin the work on our mind. You just have to start. Everyday there are things that can be bringing our mind down, and also filling it up. What is good, and not good, for your mind? We discuss ways to strengthen our mind, because we can’t avoid everything that might affect our mind negatively. We have to strengthen our self by over-filling it with good stuff. We discuss simple ideas to lift up our energy and mind health. Grace and gratitude are both important for your health. Remember, your season is not comparable to...2019-09-1615 minHealthy Vibes for MomsLet Go of the “All or Nothing” MentalityMany of us feel like we are on rollercoasters of taking care of ourselves. We are either taking care of ourselves...or we are not. The 80/20 rule can help you create a healthier lifestyle and stop depriving yourself. We have to change the conversation in our head to help our habits and choices. We look at our mindset and expectations for ourselves, and how mini-goals and mini-habits will help change your lifestyle.
We will identify our goal and find a trigger to help us follow through each day, and why you should reward yourself. I want you...2019-09-1113 minHealthy Vibes for MomsEpisode 3: What is Holding You Back?In this episode, we want you to uncover what story could you be telling yourself, and how you are limiting or stopping yourself from going after your goal. It is time to start listening to what you are telling yourself, and how to change this talk.
There are many common stories we all tell ourselves. Fear is a big one, and it is not always an obvious feeling of being scared. We are usually the ones limiting ourselves. We want to find these limits, and begin the work to change these habits we have created. We can’t...2019-09-1117 minHealthy Vibes for MomsEpisode 1: Time to Show Up for Your Whole SelfIn this very first episode you will get to know a bit about me and my goal with this podcast, and why I want to reach as many moms as possible. How I learned that exercise and eating good are not the complete answer to feeling our best. When my health plummeted, and what began my journey to feeling better. Why I am passionate about helping you to start showing up for yourself, and taking time to take care of you. I know that simple choices done consistently will change your days.
After having two kids, I...2019-09-0318 min