Explore every episode of the podcast High Capacity – Nervous System Regulation, Stress Management, Burnout Recovery, Somatic Tools, Anxiety, Boundaries, Overwhelm
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| 409 - The Five Core Beliefs That Keep High-Achieving Women Stuck (And the Nervous System Shifts That Set You Free) | 21 Nov 2025 | 00:32:32 | |
Ever notice how you can know what you need… That gap — between what you know and what you do — is almost never a mindset problem.
And as we head into the holidays — a time that amplifies emotional labor, invisible load, family dynamics, and patterned responsibility — your body’s old beliefs tend to get louder, not quieter. Today’s episode uncovers five core beliefs that keep high-achieving women stuck, not because you’re doing anything wrong, but because your nervous system learned these beliefs as a way to keep you safe. Inside this episode, we explore: ✔️ Why you say yes when you’re already at capacity This episode isn’t about forcing confidence, using willpower, or repeating affirmations your body doesn’t believe. It’s about understanding your physiology — so your choices finally feel possible. Because when your nervous system feels safe? ✨ Boundaries become easier. If you’ve spent years being the dependable one… the capable one… the woman who “can handle anything”… this episode will feel like relief, recognition, and an exhale your body has been waiting for. -- Join The Capacity Method (we start June 15th!) -> Check it out HERE -- 🧠 What's your capacity pattern? Take the free 2-minute quiz and unlock The Capacity Code — a personalized private podcast episode for your specific nervous system. | |||
| 408 - 5 Signs You’re Operating Beyond Capacity — And the Everyday Patterns Draining Your Energy | 18 Nov 2025 | 00:38:34 | |
Most high-achieving women don’t burn out because they’re incapable… Today’s episode is a look at what happens when you live beyond your limits for too long — the subtle, everyday ways your nervous system tries to warn you, and the clarity that emerges when you finally start honoring the margins built into your design. Inside this conversation, we explore: ✔️ The neuroscience of capacity — how allostatic load affects your capacity and executive function This isn’t about dimming your drive or lowering your standards. It’s about aligning your ambition with your biology — so you can show up with more clarity, presence, patience, creativity, and peace. If you’ve been operating on grit, overriding your cues, or believing that “being strong” means pretending you’re limitless, this episode will feel like honesty, relief, and a grounded path back to yourself. -- Join The Capacity Method (we start June 15th!) -> Check it out HERE -- 🧠 What's your capacity pattern? Take the free 2-minute quiz and unlock The Capacity Code — a personalized private podcast episode for your specific nervous system. | |||
| 399 – 5 Anti-Burnout Practices to Reset Your Nervous System and Restore Calm | 17 Oct 2025 | 00:35:15 | |
You know that feeling when you’re trying to avoid burnout, but the very thought of “managing stress” feels like one more thing on your already maxed-out to-do list? Yeah—this one’s for you. In this episode, we’re cutting through the noise and getting real about what it actually takes to prevent burnout (without turning rest into another project). You’ll learn five evidence-based, nervous-system-backed habits that help you move through stress, restore your energy, and protect your peace—without overhauling your entire life. You’ll learn: ✔️ Why burnout isn’t just about working too much—it’s about living out of rhythm with how your nervous system was designed to function
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| 309 - Burnout Recovery Blueprint (Part 2): Get Out of Your Head and Into Your Body | 11 Dec 2024 | 00:28:38 | |
Need quick, effective tools to calm your nervous system—like now? In Part 2 of this 3-part series, we’re diving into The Art & Science of Somatics—and how simple body-based practices can help you reset your nervous system in minutes. Burnout recovery isn’t about pushing harder or thinking your way through stress. It’s about working with your body, not against it. Here’s what you’ll learn in this episode:
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| 308 - Burnout Recovery Blueprint (Part 1): The Missing Link to Finally Feeling Better | 10 Dec 2024 | 00:27:42 | |
Exhaustion, overwhelm, and that constant edge? They all trace back to one key factor. Here’s the thing: burnout recovery isn’t about bubble baths, wine nights, or slapping a cute affirmation on your vision board. It’s about getting to the root of what’s got you stuck—and spoiler alert—it’s not your productivity skills or lack of willpower. In Part 1 of this 3-part series, we’re diving into the missing link to burnout recovery: your nervous system. Turns out, most of those burnout symptoms—like exhaustion, overwhelm, and that “I can’t even” feeling—stem from a dysregulated nervous system stuck in survival mode.
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| 307 - Break Free from Perfectionism & Procrastination and Build Habits That Stick with Monica Packer | 06 Dec 2024 | 00:40:41 | |
Let’s talk about perfectionism. You know, that voice in your head that tells you, “If you can’t do it perfectly, why bother doing it at all?” Here’s what you’ll learn:
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| 306 - 10 Signs Your Nervous System Is Dysregulated (And What to Do About It) | 03 Dec 2024 | 00:42:45 | |
Are stress and overwhelm your default settings? Maybe you brush off anxiety, overthinking, or irritability as a part of life as a high-achieving mom. In this episode, I’m calling out 10 signs of nervous system dysregulation that you’ve probably been ignoring or writing off as “just how it is.” Here’s what we’re diving into:
Stress isn’t your forever home, and you don’t have to feel this way. Tune in to learn how to spot the signs, take action, and finally give your nervous system the TLC it deserves. -- Join The Capacity Method (we start June 15th!) -> Check it out HERE -- 🧠 What's your capacity pattern? Take the free 2-minute quiz and unlock The Capacity Code — a personalized private podcast episode for your specific nervous system. | |||
| 305 - The Lie of Work-Life Balance and Other Myths of Motherhood with Dr. Jody Carrington | 29 Nov 2024 | 00:48:29 | |
Work-life balance: is it an actual thing, or just a myth designed to make us feel like we’re failing at everything? Spoiler alert: it’s probably the latter. In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Jody Carrington—psychologist, speaker, author, and the human equivalent of a warm, no-BS pep talk. Dr. Jody brings two decades of experience working with kids, families, and communities, and she’s here to unpack the real reason we’re all feeling stretched too thin: we’re disconnected. Dr. Jody’s philosophy is simple but powerful: when we truly *see* and acknowledge each other, everything shifts. Whether it’s parenting struggles, work stress, or that recurring argument about who forgot to defrost the turkey, reconnection is the key to building resilience, easing burnout, and finding a little more joy in the chaos. Here’s what we cover:
Connect with Dr. Carrington:
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| 304 - 3 Discreet Ways to Regulate Your Nervous System in Public and Stay Calm During Holiday Chaos | 26 Nov 2024 | 00:25:23 | |
Ah, the holidays—a magical mix of family time, festive meals, and, let’s be honest, a side of stress that could rival Black Friday crowds.
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| 303 - How to Alleviate Overwhelm & Manage the Mental Load of Motherhood with Liz Kent | 22 Nov 2024 | 00:39:52 | |
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stretched thin, and struggling to balance the demands of family life? In this episode, we’re diving into the root causes of stress and resentment in the household—and how to tackle them head-on. Think about the last time you felt truly present with your kids or deeply connected with your partner. If that moment feels too far away, this conversation is for you. My guest Liz Kent is an expert in guiding busy, high-functioning moms to alleviate overwhelm and address the unfair division of labor in their homes. With tailored communication and delegation strategies, she helps moms create systems that ease resentment, resolve communication breakdowns, and strengthen connections with their families.
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| 302 - 5 Ways to Activate Your Vagus Nerve for Stress Relief and Emotional Balance | 19 Nov 2024 | 00:29:23 | |
Did you know that one powerful nerve in your body could be the key to managing stress, boosting your mood, and supporting overall well-being? In this episode, we’re diving into the vagus nerve—an often-overlooked part of the body that plays a central role in health. In this episode, you’ll learn:
Listen in to learn how to strengthen your vagus nerve, bringing calm and balance into your life with small, effective daily practices. -- Join The Capacity Method (we start June 15th!) -> Check it out HERE -- 🧠 What's your capacity pattern? Take the free 2-minute quiz and unlock The Capacity Code — a personalized private podcast episode for your specific nervous system. | |||
| 301 - How to Edit Your Life for More Clarity, Growth, & Joy with Author & TedX speaker Elisabeth Sharp McKetta | 15 Nov 2024 | 01:01:24 | |
What if you could intentionally edit out the parts of your life that feel overwhelming? In today’s episode, we explore how the process of “editing your life” can transform your daily experience, helping you connect more deeply with yourself and those around you. Elisabeth McKetta is an expert on creating space for what matters most. Through her “3 Es” framework, she invites us to examine, edit, and enjoy our lives in a way that brings clarity, growth, and generosity to every day. We discuss her approach to teaching children an “edited mindset” and organizing life in “orbits”—a unique framework from her book Edit Your Life that helps us honor daily, weekly, and seasonal priorities. Here’s what we dive into:
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| 300 - 3 Consistency Habits Behind 300 Episodes (And How They Can Work for You Too) | 12 Nov 2024 | 00:33:45 | |
Do you have goals you’re chasing or things you’d like to change in your life, but you struggle with staying consistent? As we celebrate 300 episodes of The Calm Mom (woah!), today’s episode is all about practical habits and mindset shifts to help you build resilience, stay on track, and reach your milestones. In this episode, you’ll learn:
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| 398 – 3 Effective Tools to Relax Your Nervous System When You’re Feeling Anxious | 14 Oct 2025 | 00:25:34 | |
Ever feel like anxiety just comes out of nowhere? Your mind starts racing, your body tenses, and suddenly you’re either spiraling into overthinking or completely shutting down. That feeling isn’t random—it’s your nervous system doing exactly what it’s designed to do: protect you. But when your body stays stuck in that loop, it’s exhausting. In this episode, we’re breaking down three science-backed tools to help your nervous system settle in real time so you can shift from anxious and reactive to calm and grounded. You’ll learn:
💡 Anxiety loses its grip when your body learns it’s safe. These tools will help you get there—one breath, one shake, one moment of grounding at a time. Related Episodes to Explore:
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| 299 - Overcoming Trauma and Discovering Your Courage for Change with Jeannine Rashidi | 08 Nov 2024 | 00:40:27 | |
Are you out of touch with your inner child? Think about a moment when you’ve seen your kids light up over the smallest thing—a rainbow, a funny face, a new idea—and you realize it’s been way too long since you felt that kind of awe & wonder. When we’re carrying unhealed trauma, it’s like a filter over our life that blocks us from experiencing that natural, joyful curiosity we once had. In this episode, I’m talking with Jeannine Rashidi, an expert in trauma healing and a doctor of Ayurveda. Jeannine has spent over 20 years guiding others through deep inner work to reconnect with their inner child, heal generational trauma, and bring the body, mind, and heart back into harmony after the impacts of trauma. If you’re ready to break free from the patterns holding you back and to bring more ease, presence, and even joy into your everyday life, this episode is for you. Here’s what we dive into:
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| 298 - 3 Surprising Ways You're Dodging Your Emotions and Don’t Even Know It | 05 Nov 2024 | 00:30:01 | |
Let’s be real - when you're frustrated, annoyed, or sad, are you more likely to scroll, snack, or try to snap out of it rather than feel the feels? In today’s episode, we’re pulling back the curtain on what it really means to numb and suppress emotions—and why it’s holding you back more than you think. But we’re not stopping there. 🙌 I’ll guide you through tangible steps to start acknowledging, feeling, and actually moving through your emotions—without fear or judgment. We’re talking about real, body-based ways to finally release what’s buried so you can show up lighter, clearer, and in control. In this episode, you’ll learn:
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| 297 - Paving a Self-Compassionate Career Path as a Working Mom with Dr. Danielle De La Mare | 01 Nov 2024 | 00:42:06 | |
Is it possible to be driven and ambitious while still being gentle with ourselves? Today’s guest is Dr. Danielle De La Mare, a former tenured professor who found herself stuck in a cycle of burnout and overwork. She was confused, frustrated, and burned out about the future of her career: her imposter feelings--including shame and fear--drove her to intense levels of over-working & often debilitating anxiety. Today, as a career wellness coach, Danielle helps those who are stuck in that old familiar cycle of burnout start healing so they can define their goals, make a plan to work towards it, and be gentle with themselves along the way. Here’s what you’ll learn in this episode:
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| 296 - 4 Warning Signs You're Headed for Burnout | 29 Oct 2024 | 00:29:52 | |
Are you so used to chronic stress that the daily grind feels normal?
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| 295 - How to Deal with Resentment in Your Marriage with Julia Barbaro | 25 Oct 2024 | 00:45:54 | |
No matter how long you’ve been married, you’ve probably had those moments where frustration creeps in. Maybe it feels like everything you do for your family goes unnoticed, or maybe you’re not getting the help you need, and the resentment starts to build. Today, I’m sitting down with Julia Barbaro, a Certified Life, Marriage & High-Performance Coach, who’s been married for 25 years and raised six kids alongside her husband. Julia shares her insights on dealing with those moments of resentment and the urge to control everything in your relationship. Here’s what you’ll learn in this episode:
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| 294 - The #1 Reason You Haven't Been Able to Heal Your Anxiety | 22 Oct 2024 | 00:31:43 | |
Do you feel like you’re doing all the right things to keep your anxiety at bay, but like a pesky houseguest that never leaves, it keeps showing up? You’re meditating, practicing mindfulness, managing your time better, even cutting back on caffeine—yet that familiar feeling of anxiety always seems to return. Here’s the thing: anxiety isn’t just something we can outthink or outmanage. In this episode, we’re diving into why, despite doing "all the things," anxiety will persist until we address the root cause—your nervous system’s dysregulation. It’s not just about mindset shifts or deep breathing; it's about understanding that the body keeps the score. Real, lasting healing starts when we work with our body, not just our mind. In this episode, you'll learn:
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| 293 - Holding the Calm: The Secret to Resolving Conflict and Defusing Tension with Hesha Abrams | 18 Oct 2024 | 00:44:48 | |
Have you ever said to yourself “I wish I could get a do-over”? Especially when it comes to how you handled conflict or snapped at your kids?
“I love The Calm Mom Podcast!” ← if that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing our show! This helps us support more women, just like you, on their motherhood journey. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Then be sure to let me know what you loved most about the episode! -- Join The Capacity Method (we start June 15th!) -> Check it out HERE -- 🧠 What's your capacity pattern? Take the free 2-minute quiz and unlock The Capacity Code — a personalized private podcast episode for your specific nervous system. | |||
| 292 - 5 Daily Habits that are Dysregulating Your Nervous System | 15 Oct 2024 | 00:37:01 | |
Do you ever feel like you’re running on autopilot, stuck in a cycle of stress, overwhelm, and burnout?
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| 291 - The Happy Mom Mindset with best-selling author, Molly Claire | 11 Oct 2024 | 00:45:13 | |
What does it mean to you to be a “happy mom”? What about a confident mom? A consistent mom? If you are struggling with worth or direction as a mom who is doing all the things, you don’t want to miss today’s episode. Molly Claire, best-selling author of The Happy Mom Mindset, joins me today to share her personal experience as a single mom of three trying to avoid the mistakes of her own single mother while building a successful business. Stepping out in confidence to take risks with your career requires intentional choices along with a reminder that you are worthy of care. 3 things you’ll learn in this episode:
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| 290 - 3 Ways to Show Your Body It’s OK to Relax & Be Calm | 08 Oct 2024 | 00:28:31 | |
Is it often a challenge to unwind after a long day? Do you often feel tense, like your body is holding onto stress even when you’re trying to relax? As high-achieving women, we often carry stress in our bodies without realizing it, leaving us stuck in a constant state of overwhelm. In today’s episode, we’re diving deep into why this happens and sharing practical, somatic ways to show your body that it’s safe to settle down & relax. We’ll explore the connection between your nervous system and stress through the lens of Polyvagal Theory, discussing why working with body-based practices is key to finding real relief. In this episode, you'll learn:
Listen in to learn how to show your body that it’s safe to calm down and finally start feeling the relief you deserve. MY BURNOUT RECOVERY STORY + $10 OFF HAPPY JUICE TAKE THE PERSONALITY PATTERN QUIZ! -- Join The Capacity Method (we start June 15th!) -> Check it out HERE -- 🧠 What's your capacity pattern? Take the free 2-minute quiz and unlock The Capacity Code — a personalized private podcast episode for your specific nervous system. | |||
| 397 - Feeling the Urge to Leave or Start Over? The Spiritual Power of Staying with Rev. Lydia Sohn | 10 Oct 2025 | 00:41:18 | |
If you’ve ever wondered, “Do I stay and dig deeper—or is it time to go?” you’re not alone. In a world that glamorizes fresh starts, we can miss the quiet miracles of rootedness. But staying (with discernment) can be where real growth, depth, and peace are forged. In this episode, I’m joined by Rev. Lydia Sohn—Korean American minister, writer, and author—whose work explores what it means to build a life of depth in an age of endless options. Drawing from her immigrant story, pastoral work, and spiritual practices, Lydia shares how to discern when to plant, when to prune, and when a faithful “leaving” is actually a coming home. We’re diving into: If you’re sitting in the tension—restless, discerning, and craving clarity—this conversation will give you grounded, grace-filled tools to listen for God, honor your season, and choose well. 🎧 Press play to learn how to practice the spirituality of staying—and how to leave, when it’s time, with peace and purpose. Connect with Rev. Lydia:
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| 289 - Heal Your Metabolism & Balance Your Hormones with Ashley Fillmore of the Metabolic Fix Method | 04 Oct 2024 | 00:35:42 | |
Think about it: how much conflicting advice have you heard when it comes to health and diet? Focus on macros. Intermittent fasting. East 6 small meals a day. Today it’s healthy; tomorrow it’s not. With all the health info out there, it can be confusing and overwhelming to heal our metabolism and balance our hormones. I’m joined today by Ashley Fillmore of the Metabolic Fix Method. She works with women to help them break free from restrictive and ineffective diets by focusing on addressing hormonal imbalances affecting their metabolism. Ashley’s methods get to the root of diet struggles instead of masking them with fad plans. Your hormones play a huge role in our health journey, and an imbalance may be keeping you from achieving sustainable and long lasting health goals. 3 things you’ll learn in this episode:
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| 288 - 4 Overlooked Symptoms of Dysregulation That Aren’t Actually “Normal” | 01 Oct 2024 | 00:28:03 | |
Do you find yourself snapping at your kids or feeling constantly on edge?
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| 287 - The Diamond Framework to Resolving Conflict in Your Marriage with Dr. Wyatt Fisher | 27 Sep 2024 | 00:37:55 | |
Is dysregulation causing conflict in your marriage, or is your marriage causing you to feel dysregulated? Or does it feel like both are true? When we get married, we don’t just marry a person. The truth is that we also marry their history, their habits, their traumas, and their nervous system. And this can cause a lot of conflict. My guest today is Dr. Wyatt Fisher, a licensed psychologist specializing in couples therapy who’s been married for over 20 years and raised 4 children. We touch on how we can resolve resentments despite the chaos of motherhood and how leaning on our spouse for shared decision making can help create intimacy.
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| 286 - 4 Ways to Calm Your Nervous System in 5 Minutes or Less | 24 Sep 2024 | 00:27:15 | |
Have you ever felt like you're just slapping a band-aid on your anxiety or burnout, rather than truly addressing it? In this episode, we explore both foundational and in-the-moment practices that can help regulate your nervous system. You’ll learn four powerful techniques that can calm your nervous system in five minutes or less—all backed by science and easy to implement. Listen in to learn:
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| 285 - Time with God as Busy Mom: How Prioritizing a Spiritual Practice Helps Calm the Chaos with Rosie Alejandro, Spiritual Growth Mentor | 20 Sep 2024 | 00:53:07 | |
A few years ago I started calling my morning quiet time my “priority time” and something shifted. These days, I start every morning in my favorite cozy spot with my Bible and journal. Some days the house is quiet and some days it’s not. 🤪 But I’ve cultivated a morning routine that’s been sustainable and today, I invite you to do the same. I’m joined in this episode by Rosie Alejandro, host of Her Intentional Bible Study and spiritual growth mentor. Rosie has a passion for helping women hear God’s voice every day and deepening their personal relationship with Him. We discuss the importance of prioritizing stillness, how we can regulate our nervous system to better serve that quiet space, and finding creative ways to connect with God to support spiritual growth. 3 things you’ll learn in this episode:
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| 284 - How to Reduce Anxiety When It's Happening | 17 Sep 2024 | 00:22:04 | |
When’s the last time you felt anxious and would have tried just about anything to make the anxiety go away? It’s a common struggle, but what if the key to managing anxiety isn’t trying to get rid of it? In this episode, we dive into a counterintuitive approach: rather than fighting your anxiety or trying to calm it away, I’ll teach you what actually helps. Discover how slowing down, tuning into your body’s sensations, and taking practical action can help you break free from the cycle of anxiety and overwhelm. Listen in to learn:
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| 283 - Work From Home? A Brilliant Strategy to Actually Get Stuff Done with Boss Mom Founder, Dana Malstaff | 13 Sep 2024 | 00:52:36 | |
What comes to mind when you hear “boss mom”? A female CEO at a big company? A mom who’s always side-hustling? The founder friend with a big dream who’s scaling it to reality? Yes, yes, & yes! But, being a boss mom is so much bigger than women in business. My guest today is Dana Malstaff, the Founder of Boss Mom. Dana has been on my dream guest list after she was so influential in my journey to starting my own business. She’s an expert when it comes to teaching women how to harness the superpower of being a mom and how it makes us unique when we’re reaching for our goals. 3 things you’ll learn in this episode:
APPLY FOR 1:1 COACHING WITH MICHELLE FB COMMUNITY: The Calm Mom Collective JOIN ME ON INSTAGRAM:@itsmichellegrosser “I love The Calm Mom Podcast!” ← if that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing our show! This helps us support more women, just like you, on their motherhood journey. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Then be sure to let me know what you loved most about the episode! -- Join The Capacity Method (we start June 15th!) -> Check it out HERE -- 🧠 What's your capacity pattern? Take the free 2-minute quiz and unlock The Capacity Code — a personalized private podcast episode for your specific nervous system. | |||
| 282 - Burnout Trifecta: 3 Personality Traits that Are Draining Your Energy | 10 Sep 2024 | 00:25:16 | |
Ever catch yourself trying to keep everyone happy or feeling like no matter what you do, it's never *quite* good enough? Yeah, you're not alone. In this episode, we’re diving into some of the common personality traits that might be driving your burnout without you realizing it. These traits aren't who you are at your core—they're protective strategies you've picked up along the way to deal with life's pressures. You’ll see how these behaviors sneak into your day-to-day life and why they’re exhausting you. Tune in to find out:
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| 281 - The Reset Mindset: How to Get Unstuck and Focus on What Matters Most with Penny Zenker | 06 Sep 2024 | 00:39:17 | |
Do you ever find yourself thinking “wait, what was I doing?” or completely losing focus on the task at hand? What if you had a simple three-step process to help you quickly focus, adapt, and simplify the decision-making process to keep you focused on the right things so you can achieve your work, relationship, and personal goals? Our guest today is Penny Zenker, (aka The Focusologist), an international speaker and one of America’s leading experts in the psychology of productivity. Penny has (literally) written the book on how to reclaim our focus on what is most important to us and create reminders when we start to veer off course. 3 things you’ll learn in this episode:
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| 280 - Rest Anxiety: 3 Subconscious Reasons You Resist Slowing Down | 03 Sep 2024 | 00:27:36 | |
Ever wonder why taking a break feels like a luxury you can’t afford, even though you know you desperately need it?
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| 396 - The 10-Minute After-Work Reset to Transition Out of Work Stress and Into Family Time | 07 Oct 2025 | 00:28:53 | |
Why is it so hard to “switch off” at the end of the day? You close your laptop, but your mind keeps buzzing. You replay conversations, run through tomorrow’s to-dos, maybe even reach for your phone to check just one more email. And even if you try to relax with food, TV, or scrolling, the stress lingers. That’s because your nervous system doesn’t instantly reset when work ends. Without the right signals, your body stays stuck in fight-or-flight—leaving you restless, snappy, and unable to truly rest. In this episode, I’ll walk you through a simple 10-minute transition ritual that helps your body actually release the stress of the day and step into your evening with more peace, presence, and joy. You’ll learn: 💡 You don’t need numbing strategies to unwind. You need a nervous system that knows the workday is over. This practice is your reset button. Related Episodes to Explore:
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| [rewind] - Unlock Inner Peace: 5 Strategies for Busy Moms | 30 Aug 2024 | 00:43:17 | |
Peace - we all want more of it, but it can feel hard to come by as a busy mom. Amiright?!
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| 279 - 5 Ways to Tell Whether Your Productivity is Toxic or Healthy | 27 Aug 2024 | 00:35:37 | |
Let me guess - you’ve got planners, color-coded schedules, and maybe even a haul from the Container Store to keep you efficient and organized so you can be more productive—but somehow, you still get to the end of the day feeling like you barely got anything done. If you're exhausted from running around all day, trying to check off every task on your never-ending to-do list, this episode is for you. We're diving into the difference between toxic productivity and healthy productivity, and why our obsession with "getting things done" might actually be dysregulating to our nervous system. In this episode, I'll share 5 signs that your productivity might be more toxic than healthy, and how you can shift towards a more balanced, fulfilling way to get things done that truly supports your well-being. Listen in to learn:
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| 278 - Cure Your Busy Brain: The Protocol to Calm an Anxious Mind with Dr. Romie Mushtaq | 23 Aug 2024 | 00:34:28 | |
Do racing thoughts keep you from falling asleep at night? Is it impossible to focus, even on tasks that used to stimulate you? Are you mindlessly stress-eating throughout the day? 3 things you’ll learn in this episode:
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| 277 - Path to Wellness: The 7 As of Healing | 20 Aug 2024 | 00:28:08 | |
Ever wonder why your body seems to shut down when you're under stress? There’s a strong connection between your emotions and your physical symptoms. In this episode, we dive into the mind-body connection explored in Dr. Gabor Maté’s groundbreaking book, When the Body Says No. You’ll learn the seven key elements that are essential for healing from stress and discover how each one can help you regulate your nervous system, release anxiety, and lead a more vibrant life. Three things you’ll learn:
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| [rewind] - 3 Reasons You Struggle with High-Functioning Anxiety (And What to Do About It) | 16 Aug 2024 | 00:43:49 | |
Over the summer, we’re bringing back some of your favorite episodes! These are the top downloaded episodes you couldn’t get enough of. -- Join The Capacity Method (we start June 15th!) -> Check it out HERE -- 🧠 What's your capacity pattern? Take the free 2-minute quiz and unlock The Capacity Code — a personalized private podcast episode for your specific nervous system. | |||
| 276 - Recognizing Burnout: 6 Critical Symptoms You Might Be Overlooking | 13 Aug 2024 | 00:30:10 | |
Do you ever feel like your brain is constantly busy, and it's hard to concentrate and even harder to relax?
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| 275 - How to Break the People-Pleasing Cycle with Justine Carino, LMHC and host of Thoughts from the Couch | 09 Aug 2024 | 00:40:07 | |
When you were a kid, do you remember doing your best to pick up extra tasks or get good grades to make everyone proud? So often, our people-pleasing tendencies can start young. Here’s the thing - anxiety and people-pleasing often go hand-in-hand. While trying to keep the peace is a heavy weight to carry, it’s a coping mechanism so many of us have developed over time and it can contribute to feelings of anxiety. My guest today is Justine Carino, a licensed mental health counselor and anxiety treatment specialist. She helps individuals and families decrease symptoms of anxiety and depression, recover from anxiety disorders, improve their relationships, and set better boundaries. 3 things you’ll learn in this episode:
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| 274 - 5 Ways to Respond When Boundaries are Breached | 06 Aug 2024 | 00:27:55 | |
What do you do when you set a boundary and someone doesn't respect it? Setting boundaries can be tricky enough, but when they’re disregarded, it can be so frustrating. So, what do we do? In this episode, we dive into 5 ways to respond if your boundaries have been breached and how to handle the nuances involved. From understanding the difference between a one-time slip and a pattern of behavior to practicing clear communication and setting firm consequences, I've got you covered. We'll also explore the importance of self-regulation and how to prepare yourself for boundary challenges. Plus, I’ll share why some people might never respect your boundaries and how to protect your peace in those situations. Listen in to learn
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| [rewind] - The #1 Thing You Need to Know to Overcome Anxiety | 02 Aug 2024 | 00:28:59 | |
Whether you’ve been experiencing anxiety for days or decades, I’m here to tell you that peace is possible. If you feel like you’ve tried everything - mindset work, medication, meditation - but nothing has really gotten to the root of your anxiety, you're probably right. So many of the remedies for anxiety we see today are band-aids that might help treat some of the symptoms of anxiety, but don’t address the root cause of why you’re feeling anxious. Tune in to today’s episode to learn the #1 thing you need to know and understand in order to truly overcome your anxiety and find an effective path to healing. -- Join The Capacity Method (we start June 15th!) -> Check it out HERE -- 🧠 What's your capacity pattern? Take the free 2-minute quiz and unlock The Capacity Code — a personalized private podcast episode for your specific nervous system. | |||
| 273 - 5 Surprising Ways Anxiety Can Show Up in Parenting | 30 Jul 2024 | 00:34:59 | |
Are you curious about how anxiety might be impacting your parenting? In today’s episode, we dive into five surprising ways that anxiety can show up in how we parent our kids. You’ll learn why you might engage in these habits, how they can affect your kids, and practical tips to make positive changes. This episode is all about understanding these patterns and learning how to regulate our nervous systems for a more balanced and peaceful family life. Listen in to learn:
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| 395 - 4 of the Best Things You Can Do to Regulate Your Nervous System | 03 Oct 2025 | 00:26:02 | |
You cannot heal your mind or your body in the presence of chronic stress. Full stop. And here’s the hard truth: all the money, supplements, and energy you’re spending trying to heal without addressing your stress load? It’s mostly wasted. Because stress is cumulative. It’s not just the tough conversation with your boss or the argument with your partner. It’s also the poor sleep, the endless notifications, the skipped meals, and the emotions you never process. The good news? Healing doesn’t require extreme protocols or once-a-year retreats. It comes from the daily habits you build into your life—the ones that teach your nervous system, over and over again: You’re safe. You can rest. You can heal. In this episode, I’m sharing four practices I personally use every single day to keep my nervous system regulated and resilient. You’ll learn: ✔️ Why unprocessed emotions drive stress—and how to release them without spiraling 💡 Healing isn’t about doing more. It’s about creating rhythms that lower your stress load and return your body to safety—day by day, habit by habit. Related Episodes to Explore:
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| 272 - Money Talks: From Scarcity & Fear to Abundance & Confidence with Meghan Dwyer of Money Isn’t Scary | 26 Jul 2024 | 00:39:29 | |
What is your first reaction when you think about money? If anxiety or shame arises when it comes to managing your cash, you’re not alone (wait ‘til you hear about my panic-attack moment the first time I met with a new financial advisor). Or maybe you feel under-educated or in over your head when it comes to making important financial decisions. My guest today is Meghan Dwyer, a Certified Financial Planner and host of the ‘Money Isn’t Scary’ podcast where she helps women take an active role in their money management. Society has fed us the narrative that women aren’t competent with money and perpetuates that claim by making a joke out of it on social media (can we stop with the IG Reels about women hiding Amazon boxes from their husbands?). Meghan aims to empower women to make money decisions out of a sense of abundance and confidence, rather than scarcity and fear. 3 things you’ll learn in this episode:
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| 271 - Awake at 3 AM? Here's How to Fall Back Asleep Fast | 23 Jul 2024 | 00:17:21 | |
Do you wake up in the middle of the night with racing thoughts and can't seem to fall back asleep? In today’s episode, we dive into that dreaded 3am wakeup, especially for those of us balancing motherhood and high-stress careers. From my own struggle with insomnia and light sleeping, I know how waking up in the middle of the night with a surge of energy can ruin your next day. We'll discuss why this happens, focusing on how our sympathetic nervous system triggers a fight-or-flight response even when there’s no real danger. By understanding these cues, we can take proactive steps to soothe our nervous system and reclaim restful nights.
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| [rewind] - 5 Signs of Mom Burnout and How to Start Healing | 19 Jul 2024 | 00:35:48 | |
Today’s [rewind] is a throwback to episode 176 helping you identify 5 signs of parental burnout and how to heal and recover your energy. -- Join The Capacity Method (we start June 15th!) -> Check it out HERE -- 🧠 What's your capacity pattern? Take the free 2-minute quiz and unlock The Capacity Code — a personalized private podcast episode for your specific nervous system. | |||