Michelle Grosser - Inspired by Brene Brown, Mel Robbins & Rachel Hollis
The Calm Mom - Burnout, Anxiety, Nervous System, Mindset, Self-Care, Parenting, Work-Life BalanceEpisodes
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Are you running on empty? Maybe you know the feeling - brain fog, forgetfulness, irritability, anxiety, loss of motivation - you’re just plain exhausted. But how did you get to this point? It didn’t happen overnight. So, what are the biggest
Has birth control (or something else) prescribed by your OB/GYN had a lasting impact on your health & wellness?Have you known something was off with your hormones, only to be told that your labs are fine?Have you ever been concerned about weigh
Do you have an overactive nervous system?Symptoms of a nervous system stuck in fight or flight can include chronic anxiety, insomnia, headaches, and a clenched jaw/muscle tension. An overactive nervous system may even affect your gut health, i
Have you ever worn your busyness like a badge of honor?Oftentimes, being busy and having a packed schedule can make us feel like we’re living a full life. But hustling between events and commitments doesn’t mean we’re living life the fullest.To
What’s your go-to response when you’re asked to take on something new? For the longest time, I’d automatically say yes (regardless of whether I had the time or energy). Can you relate?As high-achieving moms, we likely take pride in being high-
Are you a helicopter parent? Do you often find yourself hovering over your kids to make sure they’re safe and intervening at the slightest sign of struggle?We’re responsible for the health and safety of our children (obv), but the research is
Some things just go together. Peanut butter & chocolate, mac & cheese, and perfectionism & anxiety. 😉But in all seriousness, if you notice that you tend to have perfectionistic tendencies, you likely also manage high-functioning anxiety. You
Do you use a daily to-do list?I know how good it can feel to cross things off a list, but did you know that to-do lists are not the best way to maximize our productivity and efficiency?In today’s episode, time management expert Megan Sumrell ta
Do you feel like you’re always rushing? Wondering where your creativity has gone? If so, you might be stuck in “survival mode”.The everyday and chronic stress we experience causes a physiological response in our body. We release hormones like
Have you noticed a difference between feeling tired and being chronically fatigued?We can usually take a quick nap or go to bed early to recover from feeling tired. But chronic fatigue is a deeper issue that requires a more holistic response.
Here are some of the top benefits to having a regulated nervous system:improved mood and emotional balanceincreased creativityreduced stress, anxiety and overwhelmbetter sleep and physical recoveryimproved digestive functionincreased overall re
What’s holding you back from chasing down those big dreams of yours?Is it a pesky inner critic? Do you struggle to find the time? Has it been hard to focus on your personal goals since becoming a mom?I get it - it’s easy to get swept up in the
What do you usually do when you’re feeling anxious, irritable, or burned out?Do you tend to ignore it? Push though? Check out?Experiencing anxiety, irritability, or burnout can be a signal that your body’s in a fight, flight, or freeze respons
Do you find yourself thinking through every possible scenario before you can make a decision?Or maybe you’re the kind of person who always goes above and beyond?The reality is that burnout comes from both negative and positive factors in our li
Let’s clear something up: having a healthy, regulated nervous system does not mean you’re calm all the time. Phew! Rather, a healthy nervous system is resilient. It responds appropriately to stressors (but doesn't get stuck in a stress respon
How often do you think about sleep? From the minute we become a mom, sleep becomes a big deal (for both us and our kids)! My kids’ sleep schedules are often on my mind. Are they getting enough sleep? Am I letting them stay up too late? Is this
I usually see women deal with their anger in one of two ways. It’s typically either “I’ve got a hot temper and it’s often on full display” or it runs more along the “I’m pretty chill, but I might be suppressing some anger” camp.How do you deal
We often wear busyness as a badge of honor - but is it?Motherhood can be crazy busy if we let it. We can get sucked into the constant running from one place to another - this sport, that birthday, quick grocery run, dash back from work. Here’
We know that stress can cause dark circles under our eyes, but did you know that chronic stress can impact so much more about how we look?The state of our nervous system ultimately impacts the health of all the other systems in our body, which
Co-parenting can be a difficult path to navigate with grace and intention.Parenting is hard enough, but navigating divorce and co-parenting can put you on the fast track to overwhelm. If you’ve struggled with anxiety & stress when it comes to c
Are there parts of your daily routine that might be increasing your stress, anxiety, & overwhelm?If you’re like me, for years I had daily habits that were keeping me stuck in fight-or-flight - and I did even realize it!In today’s episode, I’m s
Are there parts of your daily routine that might be increasing your stress, anxiety, & overwhelm?If you’re like me, for years I had daily habits that were keeping me stuck in fight-or-flight - and I didn't even realize it!In today’s episode, I’
Feeling the weight of the world on your shoulders? You're not alone. As moms, we often find ourselves carrying a hefty mental load, with a side of guilt thrown in for good measure. In today’s episode, JoAnn Crohn, M. Ed, of No Guilt Mom, teache
Don’t miss this final day to sign up for RESTORE! 🎉Your body is always communicating with you. 🗣️ Are you listening? Have you ever had a headache or neck pain and just popped a couple Aleve?Have you ever had trouble falling asleep and thought
What comes to mind when you hear the word “balance”?Is it a set of scales with items carefully placed on each side? ⚖️For working moms, balance can feel like a goal that’s always just out of reach. In today’s episode, Dr. Elizabeth Kagan Arleo
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